Campsite Lighting

[C-Fish]

Has anyone tried the LuminAid lights yet?


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I have three, they work great.

 

[TemboTusk]

This tread is already getting expensive! I just bought two of the USB bulbs with the switch! Looks neat!

I currently use waterproof LED ribbon lights on my wagon's hatch. Gives a huge amount of light. I also use Snow Peak Hozuki Lanterns which surprisingly work very well; they light a large area for cooking and they don't blind you. Not to mention, they also pack really well.

 

[Jwood70]

Jwood, I have one of those as well. puts out an amazing amount of light - perfect for solo camping, and the people are trying to help others with your purchases.

I agree, I have been very pleased with them so far.

We use Luci solar powered lanterns. No fuel, no batteries, very light weight, pack very small, and for us provide plenty of light.

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&ke...vptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_85kzfniy77_b

This is why they live in my emergency kit. I'll pull them out on Saturdays when I clean out my car to make sure they have a full charge and then I know I am good for the week.

I have had my Luci lanterns for 6 months now and I have seen no drop off in usability or battery life.

 

[TemboTusk]

Now I just bought two Luci Lanterns because of this thread! This is a "BAD" thread!

 

[screwball48]

Now I just bought two Luci Lanterns because of this thread! This is a "BAD" thread!

Dont forget to throw a streamlight siege AA in the order just for good measure.


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[grandpa]

I was impressed with the Princeton Tec Helix Lanterns I saw at a show.
http://www.princetontec.com/lanterns

 

[PlacidWaters]

Dont forget to throw a streamlight siege AA in the order just for good measure.


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I seriously considered getting that lantern but its performance seems puny compared to the Siege 3D. Your opinion?

 

[screwball48]

I seriously considered getting that lantern but its performance seems puny compared to the Siege 3D. Your opinion?

Looked at them side by side at Bass-Pro. It could have been the age of the batteries since they were display models but the larger one did not seem bright enough to justify the added purchase cost and battery cost.
Edit to add that I have the Goal Zero guide 10 with solar panel and can use the AA batteries from it in the AA siege.


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[Stumpalump]

I was impressed with the Princeton Tec Helix Lanterns I saw at a show.
http://www.princetontec.com/lanterns

I'd trust anything they make.

 

[cactusjk]

Can you chain these together? If not suggestions on how to use one power supply?

These little USB lights in warm white work great. They can be had for under five bucks. This one is $10, but I like the addition of a switch and metal hook. I haven't used my goal zero lights since I bought several of these.

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http://amzn.com/B00QX096L0

Plug them into a portable USB battery pack and I'm good to go.

 

[screwball48]

SunJack CampLight (TM) Daisy-Chainable USB LED Bulb 340 Lumens - Cool White (for Camping, ... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0131QLQLQ/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_3DPrwb9HQDJ8W
This one is chain able. A simple usb hub may work to connect multiples of the other one together.
Insten 7-Port USB Hub with ON / OFF Switch, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007S642BW/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_8GPrwbQ5D702N

 

[cactusjk]

Those look good. Lots of options so it starts to get confusing.

 

[huang]

I use old school Coleman lantern and I also recently purchased a UST 30-Day Lantern by Ultimate Survival Technologies, yes it uses antiquated D batteries but it provides good light. On low it will last 30 days, recently used it in Anza Borego on a trip and the 30 day was all I needed.

 

[Switch]

I am looking for feedback, setups and recommendations for campsite lighting. I started with a Coleman Lantern years ago based on my need for nostalgia. That lasted a year. I switched to a couple of Snow Peak Hozuki Lanterns and loved them. They are pricey though and the 3AA batteries are a pain. When I bring along a trap I use glow sticks to mark the guy wires to prevent tripping. I have an array of headlamps and flashlights for mobile use, moving between tent, truck, table and so on.

Tell me what you've got. Even better, show me what you've got.

Thanks,
Jeremy

Regarding 'tripping on guy wires', I'd suggest using reflective rope. Everyone I camp with has a personal headlamp (so they can get up and pee at night). The reflective rope prevents accidents.

 

[OutOfBounds]

I picked up one of these right at the end of the season so I haven't had a chance to try it in the field yet. It gets very good reviews though and while playing around with it at home, it puts out alot of light for the size.

http://www.amazon.com/UST-20-PL20C3D-Parent-30-Day-Lantern/dp/B00E9P02L4