Rob said: >>>Hi Doug, when you get the chance to run it through the wringer, can you report on this? I've been evaluating my night paddling options and am making changes so any feedback you have would be appreciated.<<< We discusses some of this once before on PW. I found that in rough water conditions, light would bounce back in your eyes, making it difficult to see waves/obstructions, etc. However, I still require a more powerful source of light for finding my way back in terms of being able to see shoreline details (given that one gets blown about a fair bit and disoriented at times). The PrincetonTec Vor Tec (4 AA's) I bought for my last night storm paddle was okay, fully submersible, self-contained, but didn't have the punch into the darkness I wanted for searching out details. The NightRider lights are digital, with various options, including strobe, etc. They used to advertise them as submersible, but backed off the claim on all but the high-end models now. The high end units are 40 watts, with blue-light, just like the expensive cars run. Nice, but out of my price range these days. Still don't have any real grip strength in my hand, so it will be a while before storm paddling. I built a shed recently for my bikes, but used a drill-driver and deck screws for the construction. Way overkill, but hurricane proof and the drill was easier than hammering. I'll be trying some regular paddling soon - as in calm water paddling, which is about as much fun as changing the Kitty Litter for me this time of year :-) Doug Lloyd Victoria BC *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Fri Nov 07 2003 - 17:35:09 PST
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