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Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light < on 10/8/2004 9:08 PM >

	I know it's almost winter time and that generally means less light and more time for us to spend exploring. So I wanted to post this about the flashlights I and some in the groups I've been in use. It's called the Twin Task Light and it's military spec basically. Ditch the POS maglights and pickup a Twin Task or something similar... I have 2 of them now and the one I haven't changed batteries on since April 2004. I use it now and then and it's still bright as shit. The normal bulb is ready to die but there is enough battery to still make the LED's bright. It's got a low level direct output so your not making yourself widely known with it. Info on the twin task: http://streamlight...tasklight_info.htm Where to buy: http://www.rangerj...=&products_id=1669 ;)

Rust I am a rustbucket \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 1 on 10/8/2004 9:41 PM >

	That toy is far from military spec. Military spec flashlights are waterproof, and also certified to be used in environments where explosive gas may or is present (mines, etc). I'll stick with what I currently use.

Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 2 on 10/8/2004 9:54 PM >

	If you read, which you didn't, I said basically... Meaning it's built as tough as any other flashlight. And it's waterproof. I've dropped it in water a shitload of times. I was just offering a flashlight that last 80 hours. I'm sorry oh great one that has a far superior flashlight then the rest of us. [last edit 10/8/2004 9:56 PM by Ranger187 - edited 1 times] ;)

Indiana Jones location: Brooklyn, NYC Gender: Male \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 3 on 10/8/2004 10:44 PM >

	I have a 3C twin task. I don't know if it's mil-spec, but it is a pretty tough light. Smaller than a 2D mag but brighter, smooth beam, and longer battery life. If the LEDs provide enough light for you, you should check out the Inova X5T. It's about the same size as a 2AA maglight but as bright as the 3C twin task with 6 LEDs on. It's also a pretty tough waterproof light. They also have a few new small bright luxeon lights. "the essential act of the Party is to use conscious deception while retaining the firmness of purpose that goes with complete honesty." -1984

Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 4 on 10/8/2004 11:26 PM >

	Sweet. I didn't know about the other Twin Tasks. I just ordered 2 3C's as we speak. Gotta love 160 hours of use per battery. ;) ;)

Mark Very Noble Donor location: South Carolina Gender: Male What is a lion, king of the savannah, when hes at the south pole? \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 5 on 10/8/2004 11:33 PM >

	I own one. Great flashlight lots of guys who work in the military own that light. For work related. Its a great explorer light and is well worth the money. Pluss I ownn the AA version and its just fine. "If the threat level goes up its probably because of me." "I am looking for a girl who enjoys headbutting beltbuckles"

ednothing \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 6 on 10/9/2004 12:01 AM >

	How long do those bulbs last?

Bobtheallmighty location: Somewhere over london, Ontario Gender: Male gotta climb. \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 7 on 10/9/2004 12:11 AM >

	looks like a nice light but sadly i dont have the money to sink into new UE toys at the moment. (edit to thirstysandwich) LEDs have realy long run times. like 100 000 hours i think. as for the other type of bulb im not sure. [last edit 10/9/2004 12:14 AM by Bobtheallmighty - edited 1 times] -bob " <Samurai> you know, we aren't as far removed from animals as we'd like to think... i still have bowel movements that border on mystical... i mean almost orgasmic"

ednothing \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 8 on 10/9/2004 12:21 AM >

	Thanks. I had never seen any info how long the life time is for LED bulbs.

Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 9 on 10/9/2004 12:27 AM >

	I have had the one 2D for 1 year and the new 2D for 2 months. I can't wait for the 3C to come in. They are great UE flashlights... Better then a bright white lite drawing attention and nuff light for tunnels and rooms... ;)

Bobtheallmighty location: Somewhere over london, Ontario Gender: Male gotta climb. \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 10 on 10/9/2004 12:31 AM >

	i donno i herd that LEDs werent good for large open spaces, but i geuss thats what the other bulb is for. -bob " <Samurai> you know, we aren't as far removed from animals as we'd like to think... i still have bowel movements that border on mystical... i mean almost orgasmic"

Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 11 on 10/9/2004 12:38 AM >

	Your correct. LED is low level light per say. It's meant to light a close proximity and not shed a shitload of lumens aka light. If you want to be more stealthy, then LED is the way to go. If you want more light, the any Xenon or HID type bulb are great. Fortunately, this light does 5 led's, 10 led's and Xenon. So you have the best of both worlds. It might sound stupid, but I carry 2. One for the bright light, and when that dies I still have about 5 hours of LED left and one for straight LED... MOst of the shit we do is underground or in the dark so low light is key. ;)

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Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light
<Reply # 12 on 10/9/2004 1:33 AM >

Posted by thirstysandwich
Thanks. I had never seen any info how long the life time is for LED bulbs.

Most LEDs last like 10,000 hours or something ridiculous.

EDIT: I'm a big fan of the Pelican M6, and any 2x Lithium lights. I dropped the Legend LX down a slide and it broke instantly. Even though its cheap its pretty breakable.

Good info on lights at:

flashlightreviews.com
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ofberenonehand location: Minn-e-snow-ta "Where now is Boromir the Fair? He tarries and I grieve." \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 13 on 10/9/2004 10:20 PM >

	That lools like a nice light. It's very affordable. I could really use one with an adjustable beam. I generally use the Inoza X5 second gen. I ownewd the 1st gen as well. I've been VERY happy with the light, but it doesn't have an adjustable beam. I usually cary two so I may try and pick up 1 of the AA twin task lights to replace my extra inova. "That's What Government Is For; To Get In A Man's Way" -Mal

MatC Nobler Donor location: ENY Gender: Male Accepted everywhere \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 14 on 10/10/2004 8:06 PM >

	I have a 2D TwinTask and I've found it to be plenty bright for almost everything UE-related I've done so far. The only annoying thing is that, while the three "modes" are useful (half LEDs, all LEDs, Xenon bulb) you have to push the switch each time to switch among them. So if you're exploring with only half the LEDs on (as I usually do), and you suddenly need to turn off your light, you have to click the button three times before it goes out (once to go to all LEDs, once to go to the Xenon bulb, and then finally off). Not a great solution, for example, if you think you hear someone coming, to suddenly have an obvious increase in light, as well as a change in color (the LEDs are bluish, while the Xenon is more yellow). I deal with it by just flipping the end of the light against my shirt and clicking it off that way, so no extra light appears to draw attention. Other than that, it's been a great light. I also own a Maglite 4D for use as a CHUD-thumper (not my word -- I stole it from someone on here) or for when I know I'll need a lot of light. -- Mat "We shall not cease from exploration / And the end of all our exploring / Will be to arrive where we started / And know the place for the first time." - T.S. Eliot, excerpt from "Little Gidding"

Ranger187 location: NY/PA/NV Gender: Male \| \| \| \| \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 15 on 10/11/2004 12:10 AM >

	Matc, You and I do the same thing. It's a little bit of an annoyance or just the "lazy factor" kicking in to have to push the button a few extra times to turn it off, but I also just put it against my shirt and turn it off so you don't see me chaniging through the different modes.. ;)

Duke Noble Donor location: Awww-shitby, Ontario Gender: Male Move it or lose it \|	Re: Twin Task Flashlight - 80 hours of light <Reply # 16 on 10/11/2004 10:43 AM >

	I'm a huge fan of LED lights myself. I wouldn't mind one of these so I'd have a standard flashlight handy for the few times I actually want a nice long beam. Truth be told I usually find myself settling for the $14 little LED I have on my keychain. It's a lil bigger than a keychain-sized minimag, aluminum, and very very handy. my closest companion in the tunnels of the whitby psych. Contrary to popular belief, death isn't just for dead people. I know I was surprised too! It can happen to anybody! Horses, fiddler crabs, even a potato can die! - Tick

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