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#1
bargainhound - Posted 8:49 am PST 11/18/08 (359 Posts)
these are great to have in your car or emergency stash. they keey the kids busy too.
#2
slayer - Posted 8:50 am PST 11/18/08 (178 Posts)
#3
mcoug22 - Posted 8:58 am PST 11/18/08 (83 Posts)
I have one that has a hand pump to charge it. It lights up for about 3 seconds before the light goes out.
#4
toubis - Posted 8:59 am PST 11/18/08 (84 Posts)
I have one similar, and it last about 20 minutes.
#5
inlacal - Posted 9:06 am PST 11/18/08 (36 Posts)
Absolute crap. Had the same problem as #2 (from Costco); this is probably the same manufacturer. GARBAGE. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY.
#6
R6 - Posted 9:17 am PST 11/18/08 (262 Posts)
anyone can recommended a good one that's bright enough and last atleast 20mins? brand, model?
#7
bensbutthole - Posted 9:20 am PST 11/18/08 (62 Posts)
I got something like this free at a trade show. It has an cell phone car charger adapter so you can charge a cell phone.
Not sure if I'll ever use it but I threw it into my emergency kit along with the 4 year old food and water.
Not sure if I'll ever use it but I threw it into my emergency kit along with the 4 year old food and water.
#8
bigking777 - Posted 9:23 am PST 11/18/08 (1308 Posts)
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| Not sure if I'll ever use it but I threw it into my emergency kit along with the 4 year old, food and water. |
You better check on that 4-year old. Kids can't survive on their own, even if your give them a flashlight, food and water.
#9
Oio - Posted 9:31 am PST 11/18/08 (1266 Posts)
I cracked it open and inside is a small lithium coin battery. If you're handy, it should be a simple replacement.
#10
BearsGoalie - Posted 9:31 am PST 11/18/08 (18 Posts)
I use it on my bike. Bright for maybe 5-10 min then the forward lights dim considerably. I have a short commute in an urban area so its enough to avoid a ticket for no light
On a dark road where you actually need the light, you would be in deep trouble. In that case, spring for a real battery LED light.
#11
GDealHunter - Posted 9:33 am PST 11/18/08 (303 Posts)
These are typically junk. The reason? A really good generator that could produce a decent amount of electricity for a good charge in a minute are more expensive than this whole light. It's possible to make a crank light that would work well, but its components would make the price around $20 or more. That doesn't mean if you pay that for one you'll get one with good components, alas.
#12
roddyrod - Posted 9:45 am PST 11/18/08 (131 Posts)
I have the forever flashlight from sears $12 a year ago. Crank for 3-5 minutes, or put it in the sunlight will give you about 20 minutes of light and/or radio. Hey #2-5, I thought 15-20 minutes of light was the point. Now I feel somewhat sullied...
#13
bigking777 - Posted 9:50 am PST 11/18/08 (1308 Posts)
#14
adachi24 - Posted 10:02 am PST 11/18/08 (150 Posts)
These work good until you let the battery die out.. once that happens they don't hold a charge long.
#15
reedux - Posted 10:03 am PST 11/18/08 (187 Posts)
people will think your fishing in the dark.
#16
DrumDude - Posted 10:23 am PST 11/18/08 (261 Posts)
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darktideryezing - Posted 10:33 am PST 11/18/08 (496 Posts)
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wogga - Posted 10:50 am PST 11/18/08 (397 Posts)
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nicholjo - Posted 10:56 am PST 11/18/08 (93 Posts)
#20
RepoMan - Posted 11:00 am PST 11/18/08 (104 Posts)
Had a similar one. Was crap from day one. Dim light and would only light up for a minute or 2 after cranking.






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