Nextorch - IWA2024

[@unfi6798]

Yeah..steal that multitool. We are very interested, hopefully you can do a detail review on it on the next vid. We also like the flashing arm bands. Cheers mate. No bloopers again.!?

[@AirB-101]

Thanks! Another great video. Now the "issue" I have with flashlights (as a non-expert) is this: (maybe a future VDO on that topic regarding flashlights?) - The whole power output vs. how long it last dilemna. A race for lumens de facto drastically limits the longevity of the product. So what's a balanced product? Because when I hear a 30-min lifespan at x lumen, I start to wonder what's the useage intended for? - The whole USB charging (& propretary batteries) vs normal batteries situation. Now I get that this is not an issue for Law Enforcement, or normal "modern camping" close to power sources, power banks, etc. for a 2-daysweekend. But what happens for when a person is looking for the best option for (minor) SHTF scenarios? I live in PL and here, while we are not concerned about an extention of the war in Ukraine on our lands, we are perfectly aware of the numerous cyber attacks on European power grids (your buddy at epigs from Germany could testify on that). So back to flashlights, what's the best option? In other words, a (few?) flashlights which will work for a few days without me having to pump energy elsewhere (at least not too much)? I get that no solution gives it all. We also get that a personal generator is king. But I would be really interested to hear from a flashlights company if they have a product which offer a nice balance. Sorry for the long message. Keep up the great work!

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Absolutely no need to apologise for the long question. This is a brilliant questions. You're spot on about the race for more lumens. It's very much become a 'my bark is louder than yours' competition and batteries really haven't been able to keep up with the power as much. Personally, I much prefer a light with a higher candela value over a higher lumen value. Generally higher lumen values try to flood the area ahead of you as they have more lumens, which will eventually reduce the battery faster. Lights with a higher candela value generally have a lower lumen value. Instead they focus the lights better so that it's more concentrated. You still get a reasonably good spread, but get an even better distance or thrown on your light. Plus because you're using less lumens the batteries tend to last longer Manufactures like Nextorch, Acebeam, Fenix, Nitecore and Klarus all use universal batteries like 18650 and 21700 that work inside any light. They also charge via USB C. Whereas companies like Olight use their own batteries that don't work in other lights. Carrying a spare battery is super easy with other manufacturers, plus using a high candela light on a low mode still uses the lumens better than a high lumen light does on low There's some amazing high candela EDC lights out there. I hope this helps

[@AirB-101]

@@MoorlanderEDC Thank you VERY much for your precise and well-explained response. It does help a lot! Here? I am working on getting ourselves "energy secured" for such few days scenarios where in a Polish flat, an outdoor diesel Gen is just not an option. So a few portable solar panels on the balcony were easy to chose last year. For basic charging of communication devises mainly,but not only. And at the same time, I am not one to go prepping all-the-way for ridiculous stuff (too much of the market is banking on people's insecurities). But yeah, there is a space here for simple products such as: "what's the best, long-lasting, easy to keep running flashlight when I have zero power source for 4-days week" type of thing. Tks again Sir!