Thanks again James! You mentioned the “caver knot” you used to attach the ss snap ring. Could you maybe show how to do that sometime or reply with a link if you already did that possibly? Thanks much! I would end up just using a ss ring that connects the light and the snap ring.
0:40 Intro and whats to come 1:23 The Positives (Flexibility, Lumen, Power, Build, Strobe) 4:02 Future Improvements (Button, Finish, Attaching) 6:28 Who is this for? 7:51 Outro
The amount of gear that I’ve ended up getting based on your video recommendations… this one wasn’t even on my list but I’ve been looking for a light and this is the one
I can confirm that the side loops can cut through a darn sturdy knot. I lost my CX2 after 11 dives 😭. I loved it so much that I got another one... and this time I tied the knot through the center loop. So far so good!
Every clip that Jamesy does is a gem in its own right. Helpful informative yet explains products and aspects of diving that are well presented in his usual honest and friendly manner. YES Jamesy, I am a better diver because of your channel.
Easy fix for the button pushing, I have the same issue with my other light and I just made a PVC sleeve that slides back onto the handle when you want to use it.
Thanks James. First I do not mind you pushing Dive Rite who support you. Usually that would piss me off but we need channels like yours. You are not just some youtuber looking for free lunch. I didn't quite chache is it led light or bulb. Anyway there is something you can maybe consider when you are reviewing dive lights. Are they to bright. Are they easily managed. I borrowed lamp from my brother who does spierfishing. Light is great but to bright. And can not be turned down to much. Beam is really like gigant light sabre. But you can probably imagine how burned and white are images of all animals on my GoPro. Not to menshone that they probably have gone blind for rest of night. I didn't enjoy that although I can see how it is great for him. Keep up a good work. Have great day. Srdjan
This video reciew is very similar to all the other great contents u uploading. But Mann, I gotta tell u that it was just a treat watching this. Vibe, Edit, topic, lengh. Very, very cool. Keep up, James!
Love my CX2. I got it when I learned it uses the 21700 battery. I fell in love with a Fenix PD36R, and it uses the same battery. We got married last July, btw
I have a Dive Rite EX35 can torch that I use for sidemount cave and tech diving, but I need something for my tropical recreational trips. The fact that I can use this with my QLR handle it's a no-brainer. After your review, I'll order one for my trip to Palau in November.
Another great video. I had bought a CX2 after you gave it a brief mention while you were packing for the Sardine Run. The 8 degree beam is really tight if you are trying to use it at night for video, luckily Dive Rite makes a snap on diffuser that gives it a wider beam and eliminates the center hot spot. I just tied the diffuser to the tail cap and use as needed.
I love my CX2. Works perfectly as a primary light for the 70-90’ wreck (with limited penetration) and reef dives in Florida, or as a backup in wreck dives with more penetration, night dives, etc. Sturdy, long battery life, if not a bit bulky/heavy. Do not lose your charging cable. For some reason, a standard Apple USB-C charging cable will not charge this light (confirmed by DiveRite)- they recommended using my GoPro charging cable, which works perfectly, and they send me another charging cable free. Excellent customer service, big fan of DiveRite.
Charging standards are becoming a pain with USB-C. The Dive Rite light probably only accepts standard USB charging, so you have to use chargers and cables and only support that standard and not the USB-PD standard. I have a few USB-C items that are that way.
I'm with you, buy good scuba gear and cry once. When I buy cheaper gear I always end up buying the more expensive kit later. Especially dive lights. The switches always break on cheap dive lights. Big Blue, Orca Torch, Dive Right and others are expensive but they work when you need them too.
I do that Jedi cosplay with my Surf Fur and the CX-1. I've been using the predecessor the CX-1 as my back up cave lights since release. I much prefer the tail cap switch as it is much less likely to come on when clipped off. I mean mine rarely leave my harness. I tried the CX-2 and I just didn't like the side switch at all, so much so that I bought two more CX-1s used so I have plenty of back ups. It doesn't hurt that I already had a half dozen of the CX-1 batteries as spares. But yeah these lights are so bright with good beams that they are good primary lights for short dives. During my cave class I was required to switch to my back up, and after the dive my instructor said he thought I had pulled out my hand held primary and was surprised when it was a real back up light. And mine looks very similar to yours.
I bought this light last year, nice size and have it on a zip line. Your light seems to be a tiger light beam. My light seems to be more flood light than a spot light. So at approximately 10 feet away I'm lighting up a eight foot circle. This the only issue I have with the CX2. I use a zip tie to attach it to the zip line clip to one of the side slots.
I like the basic strobe feature, My Princeton Tec light has a strobe feature as well but it flashes an S.O.S. sequence so I really don't want to use it's strobe feature underwater in case someone gets the wrong idea and thinks there is an emergency.
Thanks James. I didn't know about that light. I personally use the Big Blue AL1200NP as my primary light but as i get more into tech i might need to look at the Dive Rite as well. Any thoughts on Big Blue lights?
Another awesome video… I have a question though I will be coming down April 10-16 what are some dives you recommend my gf will be with me she’s only open water certified she’s leaving Thursday then I will be alone I’m an/dp certified
I was in a similar situation a year or so ago- too late to book with James, wife less adventuresome. I recommend Horizon Divers, and they have shallow reef dives that you and your GF might enjoy. As for you, going out on one of the big wrecks (often Spiegel Grove, but also the Duane) with Horizon Divers have been the best dives of my career. I strongly recommend a guide (personally, I used Bobby Steele and highly recommend him, but I bet Horizon has many outstanding guides- it is a first class operation). You can do a double dip on single tanks or do a deco dive on doubles- there will be both types of divers on each deep wreck charter.
@S M Well anything sewn is made in the USA. I believe the can lights are also made in the USA, though likely with foreign components. Regs are made in Taiwan by IST. But I agree, I know most of the above because Dive Rite is "local" to me. So I talk with people that work there all the time.
Thanks again James! You mentioned the “caver knot” you used to attach the ss snap ring. Could you maybe show how to do that sometime or reply with a link if you already did that possibly? Thanks much! I would end up just using a ss ring that connects the light and the snap ring.
Look up innerspace explorers he has a good video on how to tie off bolt snaps on various pieces of kit
0:40 Intro and whats to come
1:23 The Positives (Flexibility, Lumen, Power, Build, Strobe)
4:02 Future Improvements (Button, Finish, Attaching)
6:28 Who is this for?
7:51 Outro
The amount of gear that I’ve ended up getting based on your video recommendations… this one wasn’t even on my list but I’ve been looking for a light and this is the one
I can confirm that the side loops can cut through a darn sturdy knot. I lost my CX2 after 11 dives 😭. I loved it so much that I got another one... and this time I tied the knot through the center loop. So far so good!
Every clip that Jamesy does is a gem in its own right. Helpful informative yet explains products and aspects of diving that are well presented in his usual honest and friendly manner. YES Jamesy, I am a better diver because of your channel.
Easy fix for the button pushing, I have the same issue with my other light and I just made a PVC sleeve that slides back onto the handle when you want to use it.
Thanks James. First I do not mind you pushing Dive Rite who support you. Usually that would piss me off but we need channels like yours. You are not just some youtuber looking for free lunch.
I didn't quite chache is it led light or bulb. Anyway there is something you can maybe consider when you are reviewing dive lights. Are they to bright. Are they easily managed. I borrowed lamp from my brother who does spierfishing. Light is great but to bright. And can not be turned down to much. Beam is really like gigant light sabre. But you can probably imagine how burned and white are images of all animals on my GoPro. Not to menshone that they probably have gone blind for rest of night. I didn't enjoy that although I can see how it is great for him.
Keep up a good work. Have great day. Srdjan
Love the Star Wars intro. I have been very happy using this as my backup light and don’t expect that to change for a very long time.
This video reciew is very similar to all the other great contents u uploading. But Mann, I gotta tell u that it was just a treat watching this. Vibe, Edit, topic, lengh. Very, very cool. Keep up, James!
after scouring the web and reading everything on dive lights - this video got me to purchase the CX2! Thanks, James.
i Love that Intro. May the Force be with you!
Love my CX2. I got it when I learned it uses the 21700 battery. I fell in love with a Fenix PD36R, and it uses the same battery. We got married last July, btw
I have a Dive Rite EX35 can torch that I use for sidemount cave and tech diving, but I need something for my tropical recreational trips. The fact that I can use this with my QLR handle it's a no-brainer. After your review, I'll order one for my trip to Palau in November.
Another great video. I had bought a CX2 after you gave it a brief mention while you were packing for the Sardine Run. The 8 degree beam is really tight if you are trying to use it at night for video, luckily Dive Rite makes a snap on diffuser that gives it a wider beam and eliminates the center hot spot. I just tied the diffuser to the tail cap and use as needed.
This is the lite I chose to replace my first light. No regrets it is an awesome piece of kit. Will purchase a second one as a backup.
Thanks James! I’ve been trying to figure out my next dive light and this pretty much seals the deal.
I love my CX2. Works perfectly as a primary light for the 70-90’ wreck (with limited penetration) and reef dives in Florida, or as a backup in wreck dives with more penetration, night dives, etc. Sturdy, long battery life, if not a bit bulky/heavy. Do not lose your charging cable. For some reason, a standard Apple USB-C charging cable will not charge this light (confirmed by DiveRite)- they recommended using my GoPro charging cable, which works perfectly, and they send me another charging cable free. Excellent customer service, big fan of DiveRite.
Charging standards are becoming a pain with USB-C. The Dive Rite light probably only accepts standard USB charging, so you have to use chargers and cables and only support that standard and not the USB-PD standard. I have a few USB-C items that are that way.
I'm with you, buy good scuba gear and cry once. When I buy cheaper gear I always end up buying the more expensive kit later. Especially dive lights. The switches always break on cheap dive lights. Big Blue, Orca Torch, Dive Right and others are expensive but they work when you need them too.
My Orca Torch died less than a year after purchase. Functions on land, won’t turn on underwater.
I do that Jedi cosplay with my Surf Fur and the CX-1.
I've been using the predecessor the CX-1 as my back up cave lights since release. I much prefer the tail cap switch as it is much less likely to come on when clipped off. I mean mine rarely leave my harness. I tried the CX-2 and I just didn't like the side switch at all, so much so that I bought two more CX-1s used so I have plenty of back ups. It doesn't hurt that I already had a half dozen of the CX-1 batteries as spares.
But yeah these lights are so bright with good beams that they are good primary lights for short dives. During my cave class I was required to switch to my back up, and after the dive my instructor said he thought I had pulled out my hand held primary and was surprised when it was a real back up light. And mine looks very similar to yours.
Congrats on 50K subscribers!!!
I bought this light last year, nice size and have it on a zip line. Your light seems to be a tiger light beam. My light seems to be more flood light than a spot light. So at approximately 10 feet away I'm lighting up a eight foot circle. This the only issue I have with the CX2.
I use a zip tie to attach it to the zip line clip to one of the side slots.
I celebrate the intro. Best whisches from germany 😎
Nice review bud. 👍👊
I like the basic strobe feature, My Princeton Tec light has a strobe feature as well but it flashes an S.O.S. sequence so I really don't want to use it's strobe feature underwater in case someone gets the wrong idea and thinks there is an emergency.
Thanks James. I didn't know about that light. I personally use the Big Blue AL1200NP as my primary light but as i get more into tech i might need to look at the Dive Rite as well. Any thoughts on Big Blue lights?
Can you please put the link to purchase the CX2 in the comments
Ooo I just see this one….. ooo I want a Lightsaber
Can you review diverite BX2?
Another awesome video… I have a question though I will be coming down April 10-16 what are some dives you recommend my gf will be with me she’s only open water certified she’s leaving Thursday then I will be alone I’m an/dp certified
I was in a similar situation a year or so ago- too late to book with James, wife less adventuresome. I recommend Horizon Divers, and they have shallow reef dives that you and your GF might enjoy. As for you, going out on one of the big wrecks (often Spiegel Grove, but also the Duane) with Horizon Divers have been the best dives of my career. I strongly recommend a guide (personally, I used Bobby Steele and highly recommend him, but I bet Horizon has many outstanding guides- it is a first class operation). You can do a double dip on single tanks or do a deco dive on doubles- there will be both types of divers on each deep wreck charter.
@@robmichaels4728 thanks man I’ll be diving sidemount
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Super useful!
Looks like a clone of my Big Blue.
@S M Depends on the product. Some are made or assembled in house, others are completely contracted out.
@S M Well anything sewn is made in the USA. I believe the can lights are also made in the USA, though likely with foreign components. Regs are made in Taiwan by IST.
But I agree, I know most of the above because Dive Rite is "local" to me. So I talk with people that work there all the time.