Posted by: Polak187
Latterns? - 07/12/04 02:51 PM
I'm looking for a lattern but it has to be electric. Preferably LED to hang from a tree or tent post. It has to be brighter than Krill sticks but no bigger in size than a mug. Any ideas?
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Posted by: Polak187
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 03:45 PM
Tried that. Couldn't find the constant on switch.
One of the Ocenographic conventions had jars filled with salt water and glowing organisms used as lighting.
Posted by: rbruce
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 04:26 PM
Check out this
Lantern from Gerber. I haven't tried one yet, but it might work for you.
These might be of some interest:
http://www.eddiebauer.com/eb/product.asp...474|21336|21342http://www.backcountry-equipment.com/accessrs/a-hd_lmp/brunton_lamplight.phpI just bought the second one at an Eddie Bauer Outlet store with the EB logo for $10.00. An okay light for the money, have not had the chance to use it camping.
Pete
Posted by: KenK
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 05:30 PM
Here is another LED Lantern:
Bonfire Lantern
Posted by: KenK
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 05:32 PM
I should have pointed out that it is the same as mentioned earlier, but has a choice of white or red.
Posted by: Polak187
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 05:47 PM
Yeah I was looking at that ... I was trying to figure out which one is brighter.
I have the BonFire also one downfall is the switch. It is on the top and is easily activated in a pack. Pete
Posted by: Polak187
Re: Latterns? - 07/12/04 05:59 PM
Do you have 3 Amber LED or 2 White/1 Red model?
Posted by: Polak187
Re: Latterns? - 07/13/04 02:05 AM
Is there a reason you got amber model over the white/red model or latter was just not available at the time of purchase?
The amber was the only version available at the time. Pete
Posted by: joblot
Re: Latterns? - 07/13/04 08:12 PM
Hi
Not wishing to hi-jack the post, but I thought the link below might be a light weight option. The only problem being I have no idea on the quality of the product.
http://outdoorsuppliesuk.com/uzi/ZF0006BKFC.jpgIts an Uzi 3.3 inch, 3 bulb LED with Key chain and swivel Clip
It might do as a backup
Posted by: Anonymous
Re: Latterns? - 07/15/04 08:49 AM
I was not able to see the CMG Bonfire first hand when I bought it from REI.
The designer of this light had a brain freeze. The lid is not very secure, just a small force and you can say goodbye to the lid.
I concur, the switch is a major letdown. It's not able to be switch on confidently and you'll have a hard time to switch it on with gloves on.
It wasn't cost effetive to ship it back to REI for me. It's a paperweight now on my desk.
Posted by: Polak187
Re: Latterns? - 07/15/04 11:29 AM
I found it for 18 plus 6 shipping. And everyone I spoke to says it works but but also has nothing else nice to say about it. I think I may skip it.
Matt
Posted by: Anonymous
Re: Latterns? - 07/15/04 03:08 PM
]Polak187[
I wouldn't recommend the CMG Bonfire to my enemy.
HTH.