I agree with Marc. Though individually not as bright as a conventional torch, by the parallel nature of the light they emit, multiple LEDs tend to be additive in emission, so if you put several in an array you get a brighter light. Depending, of course, on the configuration and the reflecting surface. My advice would be to buy a miniature and check it out. They can be had for s little as $5-$6, or much more (!), and they are really quite amazing. If you tape them to your shoes, you might avoid a fall when hiking at night. Dick CJ -----Original Message----- From: Marc [mailto:mtamis@uccinc.net] Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2002 9:32 PM To: listserv@azgeocaching.com Subject: Re: [Az-Geocaching] feed back Don't know a lot about this - but maybe this would help give you some insight. - LED - light emitting diode - do not need a lot of power to light. The led (bulb) has a half life of 15 years continuos burn. I use them all the time in my biz and had had some burn out - but very rare. As far as the power, sounds like an almost solar type deal. Shaking it gives it a charge, but will not last long. I assume that the chem. in it that make it work have a long half life as well so they can make their claims. I would be wary of the quality it would have as a light. LED's do not shine well at all. If they did - all flashlights would use them. They are good for close up light - like reading - not for walking or lighting an area. Most outdoor stores, target, etc. have them. They come in red, green, blue, orange, and white. Hope this helps... Tamo WOLFB8 wrote: > does any one know anything about this..... I usually do not pay any > attention to the junk email..but this would be pretty kewl if it is > for real.... > http://www.foreverflashlight.com/ > We will be known by the tracks we leave behind _______________________________________________ Az-Geocaching mailing list listserv@azgeocaching.com http://listserv.azgeocaching.com/mailman/listinfo/az-geocaching Arizona's Geocaching Resource http://www.azgeocaching.com