Re: Crank flashlights: Which batteries are in there?

On Tue, 18 Sep 2007 00:05:17 -0700, Joerg wrote:
Ecnerwal wrote:

Off the shelf Bicycle Red "Superbright" LED flashers might be simpler -
most have steady and multiple flashing modes, and the unexciting
example that's on my beater utility bike just keeps working. I've seen
them for $2 in surplus outlets, more at bike shops.

Yes, I've seen one on a bike today. Pretty bright.

Back in the military we had lights that you could hang onto belts. They
came with selectable color filters. Very practical. Unfortunately the
civilian world doesn't seem to be that practical in this matter.

No, the civilian world doesn't want to pay $200.00 for a blackout
flashlight. ;-)

Cheers!
Rich

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