Nite ize mini LED glow stick - Amazing Chemlight alternatives
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- Опубліковано 28 бер 2020
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The are hands down the best alternatives to chemlights / glow sticks. If you're concerned about single use plastics, or the fact that glowstcks can't be re-used, then these are for you. They're also super cheap as well
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Im gonna try them out. Its nice when you say the real meaning of edc. Its not just for ourself that we are doing this, we do this to help others to, wherever that may be... we are the first responders or just the nice people next to you that can fix things for you or patch you a little bit up if needed.... thnx!
Hi there. You're more than welcome Sir, that's exactly how I see it and fundamentally how EDC should be. I carry to help myself and people around me. Thank you for watching and taking the time comment. Have a great week
Great little review. I got mine after seeing them on your IG.
Great to see how bright they are at a distempered I never tested that out.
Only little issue I have with them is the price of replacing the 4 batteries is higher than getting a new.
Maybe the manufacturer should try a different set of batteries so they last longer and are cheaper to replace/find
Oh wow, I didn't realise the batteries cost that much to replace. They do have a rechargeable version. I'm trying to get a few to test and make some content on. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍
Great review...so after the nukes fell you have a 2 day lasting useless flashlight because AG batt are hard to get even on a normal day
Definitely still going to buy chem lights, the whole point of them is for emergency
Hey buddy. I think my original thumbnail was a little click bait'ie. I think these LED lights and chem lights can definitely co-existing a pack together and compliment each other for different emergencies. . Thanks for watching buddy. I hope you're well wherever you find yourself 👍
Those coin cell batteries are such a turn off for me, if they would have a aaa battery version i would definitely buy.
now.. you've got a great point on this one Chi2251. If they made a AAA battery version I'd buy way more. That would be the perfect set up for these. The smaller battery wouldn't take up too much room or even add massively to the weight of them either. Have a great weekend
@@MoorlanderEDC night ize has a rechargeable version which a good alternative to this which i think you should check out
Yes, I have seen these but can't find them here in the UK. I'll see if I can get some from the US 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC have you tried niteize uk website
I can make an AAA or AA version. Been thinking of selling on ebay.
Great review, I might have to try these. 🤔
You definitely won't regret it 👍 thanks for watching
I always keep a stockpile of military Glowsticks........it's nice NOT having to worry about batteries during emergency, I've run them 10 years Past expiration date.
Agreed. I think the humble glow still will never be 100% replaced. It's good to carry both for different situations. I'm now imagining you Mike with a stockpile you could see from the moon if you set them off all at once 😅
Hey man I know its 3 years late but, what brand of chemlights are you using? I've used a couple of Cyalume Chemlights about 2 years past their expiration date and the're not as bright as the new ones. I've yet to try their snaplights. your recommendations would be great thanks!
My grandma got me something like that years ago and it had a whistle on it
She sounds like a cool Grandma :D My Grandma would give me a tiny candle in a hurricane to find the out house when I was young. Those were the days. Thanks for watching buddy
Moorlander EDC she’s so cool she’ll send me a bottle of champagne from time to time ✌🏻
Sounds like a great fishing boober too!
Yeah, maybe...although I did have to Google what one was 😂
Yes one question buddy if I may. How would you compare the light emitted to a regular chem? I ask as you know some prefer low ultra low light sources I know some that wish there was a torch that emits a round beam the size of the hole in a polo 😂. There’s no wrong answer to this by the way. 😊
I remember getting something similar to this when I was in florida about 15 years ago, in a WalMart. I think it cost about $4.
I tried looking for alternatives back home in the UK, but everything here is slightly more expensive.
I might order one from China after seeing this though.
I'd definitely say check Ali Express. I'm sure I spotted something similar on there. Every penny counts, plus the post for free most of the time from China as well 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC Great idea. Thanks for the feedback.
Alternatives? Not sure if this is relevant now but since I’m watching this vid years later thought I’d add. Just not a fan of the coin cell batteries but they do work in these lights well. Coleman brand that run on AAA are great though if you can find them. Believe they are marketed as kid’s flashlights. Alternatives that I use. Been running the Streamlight Protac 2AAA as main edc light. Just works for me. Anyways had a Coleman light stick strip out on me but found the light casing with a little trim fits on my streamlight and turns it into a chemlight. I keep it in my edc bag with 2 spare AAAs. I slide one battery in the clear tube, then wrap a red balloon around the second battery and drop in. Holds batteries in place in clear tube and if using clear tube on streamlight, I can slip red balloon over it to make it a red chemlight. Similar option is the Lifegear version for roadside warning lights. They use coin cell batteries too but have magnetic base for attaching to vehicle panels and small magnetic coin base for standing up on the road. Sold in packs of 3. These are too small to go over my flashlight like Coleman’s but the base on the lifegear is red and it does friction fit over my Streamlight. Turns into a shorter version of a red chemlight. So too heavy to clip on vehicle panel but does work with the coin type magnetic base. Hope this helps anyone for DIY type solutions using existing edc lights and gear. Thanks!
I have the Red, Green and Blue ones of these!
🤘 They're brilliant
@@MoorlanderEDC They sure are!
Thanks!😊👍🏻
You're more than welcome Norman. Have a cracking weekend
Battery replacements for this are terrible but other than that it’s great light overall
That's very try. I wish they did a AAA version. I wouldn't mind if it was a little bit larger. Thanks for watching
Nite ize makes some nice products
Hey Crop Duster. They sure do my friend. They're one of those companies that makes stuff you didn't realise you needed in your life until you spotted it. They're amazing for those niche products. Have an awesome week
Do you have a UV one by any chance for NODs?
Hi Gailand, sorry no, I'm not sure they do a UV version. If you're on Facebook or Instagram, I'd ask them there. They're usually really quick at getting back with answers 👍 have a great week buddy
Great review, the glow stick is also good but in my opinion the life gear ones are better
Hi Bukui, really sorry I missed your message here. I hope you're well. There's a few different types of these from different manufacturers. I'll have a look at the Life Gear ones. Might be worth as future piece of content. Have a great week
I've just Googles these, and these look amazing. I'll definitely get some to make some content on and give you a 'shout out' 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC Thank you but the one I'm referring to is the one with 5 lights mode and a whistle and you can get a pack of 8 of them really cheap on ebay
@@BukuiZhao Yes, thank you. They're the one's I've found. Different light modes, plus a whistle 👍
I bought a red one and a white one and tried the red one first. Nothing! Opened it, which required a different video than yours and couldn't figure out how to get the battery cartridge out from the bulb assembly, being afraid of breaking it. While I was fiddling with that, the screw fell onto the carpet (maybe I don't need that). Well... that was worthless. Tried the white one and it fired right up. I just hope those batteries last a long time because they are NEVER getting replaced. Great idea ... poor design.
Bought a bunch.. just to share tips doublr the black oring inside cause once it gets wet inside, its pretty much done, also the 4 batts inside slide out the opening within plastic case should be facinf out grabd a very small flathead hook that opening n slide the battery out same when unput in back have that opening face out orr else it will be impossible to slide out.
I am afraid of light discipline. I wanted to keep this on a backpack and the last thing I want is to be seen by having flashy gear or my red light is inadvertently turned on. I guess I could throw some tape on it to make sure when I want it on I have to "mean it."
Hi Steve. Fear of light discipline is a real deal and admitting you have a struggle with it is the first step to recovery. You're amongst good company here my friend. No one is judging and we're all here for you. Stay strong 🖖
So how do you change batteries in the pitch black if it runs out of juice ?
That's a very valid point. I guess like any piece of kit, if it's maintained we'd all make sure the batteries fresh. I also carry a couple for that just incase moment 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC Even top-quality, best maintained kit can have failures, when least expected. The military use chem sticks as they are tried, trusted and nothing mechanical to fail, lightweight, waterproof, dirt resistant and float. No extra tools or batteries needed at all. IR type can also be used with trip wires, to illuminate a target, for laser targeting, etc. All types of sticks and IR (Black Light) markers are, instant use and reliable chem action. As for switching on and off, tactical light covers are used, that fit over chem stick, lightweight, rugged and strong, with multiple light settings. Map reading, marking, signalling, etc, etc. And full off, no light escape. Duration of a single stick is from 5 Mins to 24 hours depending on the particular need within any given operation. Due to the chemical nature, they also have far more uses than I can safely record here. LED type does not tick all those boxes and more besides. But I do agree they may be OK for civilian camping trips etc, where you may have time to mess around with them.
I may have gone in a bit to heavy with the 'stop buying chem lights' as an all or nothing idea. I definitely still feel both have their play in a prepared back/setup 😁
@@delb64 led types can be ir and uv. When you have just one AA Cell and it can last 80 hours, all you need is a ziplock bag to make it waterproof and float. And you only have to carry one.
If it's an AA Cell it should be a piece of cake.
Thanks for the review. Love your dog. :-)
😀 Thank you... he does like to sneak into content every now and again
I put my light in a full nalgene water bottle screwed the lid on so light was completely submerged for 12 hours and it was still ok.
Now that is how you test out some kit 😁 I've been a quite a few torrential down pours and they've been fine. I'm now confident with your testing they're safe 👍 thanks for watching and commenting JC
@@MoorlanderEDC I’d trust them to last throughout wet weather, my next test is to put one in the fridge which is very cold then the freezer, I had a few spare blue colour lights it was cheaper to buy 4 from the USA via Amazon than buying from eBay, £13 for 4 or £10 for 1 ,I found blue the most difficult color to buy.
@@juliuscaesar3346 I have a love hate relationship with the Niteize UK website. I love being on it however I come off it having spent way too much money on it :D It's definitely more appealing to pick up the group bundles due tot he discount you get on there
Wish they run on cr123 batteries
Someone made an awesome point here in the comments about AAA batteries. I'm sure they could get this to work with those smaller batteries. That would be really good. Hope you're having a great weekend
Kinda defeat one of the main purposes of a Chemlight/ light stick disposability in hazardous environments down the hole it goes, water current checker, legit had boxes of them when doing convoys we just toss them out the window at every fork
The title of this probably was a bit click baity to be fair. I think chem lights and these LED version can work perfectly together. Each have their strength and your example here perfect shows how the two can work together. One to toss out of the window to follow, and on to keep inside to turn on and off when needed. Thanks for watching and commenting my friend. All my best 🤘
I can't see why people think the Chem-lites are better than a small tactical flashlight. If you want to mark something you could use uv glow dye and a uv tactical flashlight.
I see what you mean. I definitely think there's a place for both. I think there's a reason and pros and cons for each... although I do steer closer to these LED lights over chem lights. I get the argument that batteries can fail and it's an extra part of maintenance in your kit, however I've seen more chem lights split or break, than I have had batteries drain on me. I'm guessing you have similar thoughts to me here 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC The unit I designed will keep the batteries fresh for 10 years, and on flash mode will flash for 3 months continuously. Sounds better to me.
@@bjl1000 I can't wait to see this. It's sounds great
@@MoorlanderEDC The technology isn't new. It's been around for decades.
Candies light stick fit inside a light shield likes it inside of a light shield
That's an awesome life hack. Thanks Joseph 👍
Not shipped in France
That's a real shame. Nite Ize are quite a popular brand so I'll keep my fingers crossed you'll find some
Most of the use cases of glow sticks are not to mark yourself, but to mark certain areas, or am I mistaken?
By my understanding in military application glow sticks are mostly used to mark doors, pathways etc as taken / friendly occupied. The last thing in a raid you want is to have your second team to walk thru the door in your back and shoot you from behind.
No real point in picking those up again, therefore chemlights are used.
Hi Peter, thank for the comments. I think you're right here. I'm coming at it from mainly a civilian or general EDC stand point. If you're walking with friends in the dark, it's easier to spot a friend ahead and follow them. Or maybe if shool kids are walking home in the dark they can be used for a light to be seen. Whilst camping they're great to mark your tent or where your camp is. Even things like Mil Sim, they're great to turn on but also have the ability to turn then off if needed. I keep a couple in my car for the winter. It's rare that I'm every snowed in or stuck, but they're there just incase I need to mark where my car is rather than keeping my hazard lights on. Thanks for watching Peter, have a great week 🇬🇧👍🇩🇪
@@MoorlanderEDC Agree on those. although I would love if you could switch their colors, instead of having to buy multiple. But I am definitely thinking about ordering one or two for the purpose you mentioned.
I do wild camp a lot, and as it is in germany I am usually super close to hunters high seats, which sometimes leaves me very worried about actually getting shot by some half blind 75 year old with a double barrel shotgun. These might be a good Solution for this.
Great week to you to, thanks for the upload!
100% agree. If they did a colour switch with different RGB, that would be amazing. On the hunting side, although not funny in real life, the set up sounds like a very dark comedy. Half blind 75 year old hunter gets home and kicks open the door "Adelheid, come quick, I've got another one of those damn bald bears again" 😂
But there not as much fun as a chem stick... Snap
I can't argue with you there buddy. That snap is a game changer 😂 if only they could add a snap to the on button. Thanks for watching and commenting 🤙
Hey, I know this is old, but would a sub c battery fit?
Hmmmm... Not sure. Can I search for them on Amazon? I'll check it out
Good work but too expensive for a simply position marker. You have multipurpose festival led sticks with whistle like this for much low prize.
The only justification is if it have waterproof protection.
Yes, there's definitely other styles and variations on these LED lights. I mainly use my to keep in my PALs webbing just in case. I'll check the ones you mentioned out and maybe make a follow up video to this in the future. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Stay safe and well
@@MoorlanderEDC molle webbing. No one calls it pals anymore. Just dated yourself a bit but all good xD
Button cell batteries are expensive here,i'll stick with the chem sticks.
it's just a mini led light run on four 1.5volt button batteries. It's not that amazing
Are you sure? They produce the same amount of light plus you can turn them off at any time? That's cool, right?
@@MoorlanderEDC that's the point of any flashlight. They produce drycell light that can be turned on and off. The technology has excised since the 1890's. It's not cool or amazing, unless you grew up in the 16th century or earlier
I dig it, but coin batts dont last too long.. the next step in evolution would be to put a AAAA batter in head part, now thats a game changer!
Shame you need a screwdriver just to change the batteries.
Agreed. I'm sure it wouldn't take a lot to make this tool free, and probably reduce their costs at the same time. I'm keeping my fingers crossers for a version 2.0. Thanks for watching SC
Here's the red version.
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Amazing work 👍
Here is the unit I made. ua-cam.com/video/5nZSX6HvNC4/v-deo.html
Hi, love this. Would there be a way to get this in a slimmer form factor similar to a pen light? If you dropped down to a AAA battery would that help with size? Either way, this first version is great in deed. I wish I had your skills my friend
@@MoorlanderEDC Here is the AAA Electronic Chem-Lite in the slimmer form factor, it is rechargeable. Continuous lite for over 70 hours or flashing for over 2500 hours , before it needs to be recharged. Can be almost any color including invisable Infrared or Ultraviolet (UV). ua-cam.com/video/iZteQNtxqZ8/v-deo.html
@Moorlander EDC Here is the AAA Electronic Chem-Lite in the slimmer form factor, it is rechargeable. Continuous lite for over 70 hours or flashing for over 2500 hours , before it needs to be recharged. Can be almost any color including invisable Infrared or Ultraviolet (UV). ua-cam.com/video/iZteQNtxqZ8/v-deo.html
Uses batteries, not an alternative.
Hi Christopher. I think my original title was a wee bit click bait'ie. I think the traditional chemo light and these LED lights should live together to compliment each other. Thanks for watching buddy
I dislike video for the clickbait "stop buying chemlights" because it has no sense.
I can see why you mean click bait, sorry, however I'd definitely say it makes sense. These are a great alternative to chem lights. The ability to turn on and off is a huge help. What I probably should have said is these work perfectly with chem lights. They both have positives and negatives. It's all good buddy. I hope you're well and you have an awesome weekend. Thanks for watching 👍