Twin Task for travel -- which one?

[johnniet]

I've got a friend who will soon be doing extended travel in Asia. I'm thinking of getting him a Twin Task to take along--a handy LED light for usual needs, and a really bright light for emergencies.

What would you recommend for someone travelling pretty light? Lithium has the weight advantage, but alkaline batteries will be a lot more readily available. I don't think that cold will be an issue on this trip (unless he's still gone come winter, and chooses to stay somewhere cold...)

And part of the idea is to have a blinding tool, if it's ever needed. Some of them might not be bright enough for that. I don't know where the cutoff is.

Feel free to suggest other lights if you think they meet the specs.

 

[donovan]

My suggestion would be the 2L with an extra set of batteries. It's what I sent my daughter to Australia with.

Jack

 

[Frank]

Try to get him something that matches other devices he carries. If his digital camera (or whatever) takes AAs, get him an AA light.

 

[PWork]

Keep in mind that both AA and AAA batteries are available in lithium.

I'm really liking my Inova X-1.

Paul

 

[Andy_L]

I'd think about a AA torch with Li cells in it

I have the 2L and it's very good though

 

[Sid Post]

For lightweight, the 3xAA Luxeon is the one to get.

For more power, the 3xC is sweet with the two led options for long run time and a bright incadescent option when you want good reach of light.

 

[SIFU1A]

i would go with the 2X 123 model, longer run time than the AA and a lot lighter than the 'c' models, i would like one of the 'c' mods myself but not for travel, too big imho.

 

[Dimbeam]

If money is not a problem the best choice by far is the Surefire A2. LED's for low light level and the best high beam of almost any flashlight made. Second choice would also be pricey but equally outstanding, the Surefire L2.

 

[glockman99]

i would go with the 2X 123 model, longer run time than the AA and a lot lighter than the 'c' models, i would like one of the 'c' mods myself but not for travel, too big imho.

Yup...My thoughts axactly..