I've been wanting a torch with moonlight red mode since my daughter was a baby and I wanted to feed her at night (from a bottle, I'm a dad) and see what I'm doing without waking myself up too much or disturbing my wife. Can you recommend any models that do this?
@@feanor5037 I use a Nitecore NU25 but that is for camping. There are probably less expensive versions that are less rugged. Look for headlamps for hiking, many have red light options.
Totally agree about flashlights. My family always made fun of my obsession with having one when I traveled. They change their tune when we all got stuck on the 20th floor of a hotel during a major blackout.
The most underrated travel accessory, is bringing fewer travel accessories. The one constant I have had through all my travels is that the less I bring the happier I am. Before anything goes in my kit, I ask myself, what's the worst thing that happens if I don't have this item? And in most cases I decide that the worst really isn't that bad, and I just don't bother. This mentality is how I travel with personal item only, wish not only makes flights and airports easier, it makes exploring destinations easier when you don't have to think about what you're going to do with your luggage while you visit that museum. Sure each item on its own doesn't stop you from traveling light, but they all add up.
Completely agree re bringing less. That's the point though, everyone needs to figure out their lifestyle and traveling style. Maurice obviously moves around a lot at night on his own eg riding bikes/scooters etc.
@@invinciblemode Use mine on moonlight mode if I need a piss in the middle of the night or a snack or whatever so I don't wake the wife up. Phone is usually charging at night. Used it in some countries to walk back to accommodation at night because no street lights. Used it on a recent fishing trip where the guys wanted to leave pre-dawn. Clipped it onto my cap to be hands free loading gear onto the boat. Also good if you lose something outside at night, phone light isn't very powerful. It's tiny and doesn't take up room. Don't need it often but good to have it when I do. Each to their own.
@@IanJTaylor The point is I don't need a standalone one for how seldom I use it. People mock the light on the phone, but it's always with me, I never have to take it off my pocket, and realistically I almost never use it. I go all over the world, and even in places with no street lights, in the middle of the wilderness, I almost never use a flashlight in the dead of night
As someone who edcs and travels with at least a 1000 lumen flashlight I loved this video. It was the video I have been thinking about making about traveling with a flashlight. Regarding self defense. The only other thing I would add is that also when you’re waking around in the dark being able to illuminate an area is a great way to deescalate a situation. You don’t have to even point it at the person. But if someone is giving you a funny feeling or walking too close you can illuminate the area and that usually gets people away in my experience.
I totally agree about the flashlight. One thing I’ve found to come in handy is gaffer’s tape. It’s strong but doesn’t leave residue like duct tape so you can use it in hotels or rentals. I just wrap some around a plastic card and put it in my pack.
my favorite underrated travel accessory is a small rechargeable hand fan. great for when you're going to be doing a lot of walking/are going to be out a lot, especially during warmer months, especially in places where they don't use A/C or like it at much lower settings than many americans are used to (most places i've been). honestly it's also good in colder months when you come inside from being out in the cold and wind and your body starts rapidly overheating to compensate. what can i say, i'm a sweaty person.
What people forget when traveling, if the power goes out at night, you are now in a place you do not know. And trying to find a phone, towel (I was in the shower when the power went out in our building in Trinidad Cuba this past February) or even get out the door and down a set of stairs is not as easy as it would be in your own residence that you just know where things are. I absolutely agree with your comments in this video as a person who used to travel half the year for work, now retired.
My Mini maglite was a gift in 1989 prior to a year long trip through Europe and the middle east. It is battery operated and still functions to this day and lives alongside my Swiss Army knife in my toiletries bag when travelling. Hugely underrated and excellent examples; Great Video Maurice.
Another vote for old Mini Maglite (i have 2 or 3 floating around). Not the brightest or longest lasting, they came about when small lights were just not a thing. I still have two D-cell Maglites from that era, too.
Wet wipes for spot stain removal. A pack of wet wipes enables you to keep your clothes cleaner for longer, which means you can pack fewer clothes. They also enable you to freshen up when you are away from running water.
I travel on vacations to Mexico and I always bring a light or 2. Very handy in hotel room if I’m inspecting for hidden camera lenses or bed bugs or drop something Many of the resort hotel restaurants are poorly lit to the point where I have to have a dim flashlight to view the menu. Also while walking around Mexico their standards are way lower than ours. You can be walking down a sidewalk and all of a sudden there is a three foot diameter hole a couple feet deep. I am always finding a use for a Flashlight
though its well lit most everywhere at night here in Singapore, its good to bring a flashlight... there will always be leisure cyclists, mobility device users, delivery riders on the pavement with blinding headlights, and that's when you blind them back with 300-1000 lumens
By far, my most underrated and most used item in my travel kit is a handkerchief. Buy a pack at Walmart or Target and throw it in your bag or luggage. Useful if you get the sniffles, in case you go to a public restroom and there is no 🧻, if you spill something on you or your bag/stuff, instant pocket square to elevate your suit at a wedding or business meeting, tie it to your luggage handle for easy identification of your checked bag, impromptu towel, reusable napkin, etc etc etc… Super cheap and super useful
As someone who can't remember when he last used a flashlight (must be years). I'm seriously curious what you use your flashlight for. I don't even use one when going on a night hike in the forrest.
@@etherealicerwell just this morning I was under a desk plugging cables into a PC used it then. yesterday my son had a splinter so it helped me when I was getting it out. walking down my driveway to put the bins out in the dark, looking into the back of a dark cupboard, using camera equipment... its a small olight it3 so very light in the pocket and I think its just become habit over the years. if I forget it something always comes up and it annoys me that usually I would have had something to make the task easier.
100% you have to have one that takes standard batteries. If you travel long enough you will be separated from your charging equipment and you will be in the dark. All the light modes in the world will not matter if you cannot charge your light.
@@U1TR4F0RCE i was watching this video till the very end hoping to get the idea why this guy so obsessed in traveling at night when cant even see things properly not mentioning sleep hours missing and risk being robbed, but still didnt get it. So yes, its basically just a flashlight.
@@Dmitlantis You must not pay attention very well. It’s not just a flash light. It’s also a self defense tool. I personally never considered that . Also, there are thousands of flash lights. What is the best type and why? So, as you see, there’s more to it than saying it’s just a flashlight 🔦. So, stop with the hubris comments. LoL 😂 smh
Glow in the dark key rings on my most important bag or items have become my most precious items. Cost nothing weigh nothing but help you find your stuff immediately in really dark situations. I’m surprised they are not more popular. This comes from experience with 50 flights a year to large cities and backcountry in Europe in the ‘90 and ‘00. The key rings still work.
Don't underestimate the value of ultra-low brightness settings. I completely agree what you are saying. It is also useful for turning on in a theater or a night flight if you drop something on the floor.
One reason I prefer tail standing lights generally speaking; the cup trick Maurice shows can expand on that use. Really though my point in posting was that you reminded me of a related point someone made. When indoors they use a headlamp or right angle light, facing upward. That way they get even illumination and reflections from a mirror or other shiny surface does not bother them. I don't often use this trick, but good to keep in mind.
Hey... you and I travel similarly, and both out of YYZ. I've carried a flashlight for years in my camera bag, but honestly hardly ever use it. It's older than rechargeables, but my batteries rarely run out due to low use. It's an odd looking thing from Pelican...not much to recommend, but it has worked the few times I've needed it. It occurs to me that the ideal thing for your uses would be a clip-on bicycle light. They are often very bright, have three or more intensities plus flashing and many also offer red modes as well (red doesn't affect night vision). Since you are already carrying a Peak Designs handlebar phone mount, I figure this would have utility there too. I've seen a number with visor mounts as well. I guess it's time to replace my old light -- never thought of those uses, but it seems smart, and rechargeable is the way to go. Thanks for the tips :)
Flashlights are indeed criminally underrated. I always carry one. As far as form factor goes, the Olight Baton 4 is what my money is on. This tiny thing packs quite a punch and goes from .5 lm moonlight mode to a 1500 lm burst mode. Plus, its charging case doubles as a USB-C power bank. Also: consider a flashlight with an articulated head. You can hook that to the strap of your backpack or your shirt pocket and have you hands free. Very handy if you are not wearing your trusty ol‘ snapback.
The charging case also matches perfectly with the Neutral White Perun 2 Mini right angle flashlight/headlamp. If you have those two, you literally have light for days. One can be charging while you use the other, you can use them directly from the case, or you really want to continue using the headlamp and the Baton 4 is charged, you could swap the batteries. The neutral white Perun 2 Mini also has a very bright red mode. Unfortunately, about its only con is that it does not have a low red mode. If it had that it would be practically perfect. For the magic in your pocket (bright!) aspects of the Baton 4 I'm willing to use its cool white beam, that is not too cool, but for the headlamp I think it is important to have the Perun 2 Mini with a neutral white beam for better perception and less interference with sleep patterns, etc. At the moment the neutral white Olight Perun 2 Mini is available in black, blue, or OD Green.
I always carry a flashlight (but now I think I need something more like what you have). When I'm not flying I always have a Swiss Army combo knife. If I have a check-in bag for flying I'll put the knife in that bag to carry later after I arrive (main thing is to remember to put it back in the check-in bag BEFORE leaving for the airport!).
This is a great video and I agree that a flashlight is the most underrated travel accessory and I always have one on hand everywhere I go. Personally, one feature that particularly like on a flashlight is a red light. I find it useful when using the light indoors at night - perhaps navigating to a washroom in an unfamiliar airbnb. It is easy on my eyes, and it doesn't bother other people that are sleeping.
I totally agree on flashlights being essential. We had just arrived at our hotel in Lyon when rolling blackouts occurred and I had enough light sources that we were very comfortable in the hotel and navigating the streets for some food. I think a first aid kit with otc medication is an essential edc item when traveling.
I am all about taking as few items as possible. When it comes to charging things, I've spent more time that I should to figure out what is the least amount of cables I'll need to charge all the things. A game changer for me was finding USB-C to USB Micro adapters. I still have a few devices that need the micro connector, but now I don't need a dedicated cable for them.
I did travel with flashlight up until a few years ago. A clippable 10 lumen white LED with red light and strobe red light mode. I have never used them once in my years of travelling around Indonesia, so I abandoned the use a few years ago. I don't know if it's underrated but I used to not have tissue / paper towel with me for travelling. Maybe it's strange but we Indonesians usually use bidet and water to wash after using the toilet so I used to just find a store to buy some tissue. One day I can't find a store that's close enough and from then I brought at least one pack of tissue with me everywhere.
I highly recommend the Perun 2 by Olight. It’s a 90 orientation so you can clip in on clothing for hands free use. It also has a red lowlight mode to save night vision. Olight has their magnetic charger that has the usb adapter, so it works like those other lights
The strobe function is one of the best methods for self defense at night. Temporarily blind whoever might be trying to rob or assault you so you can run away.
I would disagree about the strobe function, I find it much better to shine a flashlight straight into someone’s face while taking a step back. If you are in the situation when you need to use it, remembering the button press sequence then doing it under pressure is wishful thinking that takes too much time, it’s much better to have a flashlight that goes straight into turbo mode. I work in law enforcement and at night when interacting with someone I will often have my flashlight in my weak hand where I just need to touch the tail cap to shine 4,000 lumens at someone.
@@narendranj flashlight would help, but both, flashlight and pepper spray would be even better. You just have to know that gel-spray is much better than normal solution and also that nether would work immediately, unfortunately. You would have to shine in eyes of a atacker and use the spray, than do this to the next one... all this when running from them at the same time. It can take a minute or more before such spray affects a person. Best self defence is awareness of your surrounding and situation.
To second Amy, the strobe is not that effective. The brightest light you can get on constant is way more disorienting. It also lends authority. Think about it: you're walking near a sketchy area. It's dark. Someone is approaching g that you don't like the look of. You shine the light at them and ask what they want, telling them not to get any closer. That's going to be enough to make most would-be opportunistic predators decide you're not worth the trouble.
The best travel accessory I’ve found so far is a small power strip/splitter. IKEA sells a pack of 2 of them with a short cord and 3 outlets. It has saved my butt so many times because there’s never enough outlets (and I often travel with a person with a CPAP so there goes one more outlet.) (The second best is a USB stick drive and the 3rd best is a bottle opener. All of those live in a small bag w/ a few adapters, a small HDMI cable, an extra pair of earbuds, an extra charger cable, etc. that I call my “travel tech bag” and it’s indispensable.)
A good point. You might want to also consider an Anker prime 6-in-1 140w charging station. A bit bulkier perhaps, but the cord can be removed so the station can be slipped into a bag pocket or whatever, without the cord sticking out. This would allow powering the CPAP, while also charging any USB devices...and if using in a foreign country, while only needing one Adapter. I really wish I had had this when traveling overseas last summer! [The USA style electric sockets move upward as you plug in any electric cords.]
@@donaldstrader7241 Ah, I should have been more clear about the adapters. These are adapters for my laptop as it only has USB-C outlets, and I have quite a few non-C USB devices as well as some HDMI cables. (And I do have an all in one adapter/hub that plugs into the side as well.)
Just discovered your channel and I am OBSESSED!! As a big traveller I was already on the look out for a torch - a gap I identified in my kit, finding my iPhone torch doesn’t always do the trick - because as someone who documents my travels with a camera (both photo/video), a torch can double as a light source in dark situations. But you made a few points that were new to me, such as being able to clip it to things. The biggest benefit you pointed out was as a self defence aid (if ever necessary) as I fully agree with your philosophy on keeping out of trouble. As a woman who often travels solo, the safety aspect is especially handy. Any reccos for a lightweight, compact, usb c torch that works between a soft light source all the way up to a self defence method? I like the form factor and look of the Rovyvon you used here, but I see you don’t think it’s bright enough. Keep up the great vids!!
Will definitely be purchasing another light with 4000l and strobe. Thanks for great recommendations, whether for traveling around the world or around the block.
I almost always take a sarong when traveling for similar reasons. You can do so much with it: coverup, sit on the beach, cover your head or face, laundry bundle, even a towel in a pinch. And it makes a surprisingly warm blanket (for its thickness) when on a cold bus or train.
A flashlight isn't just a travel accessory, it's a must-have item for everyday activities at home. I never go anywhere without at least one good light source on my person - typically, I have a bright LED flashlight in my pocket (currently I carry a $20 Coast brand light from Home Depot which uses a single AA size battery), but I also have a smaller LED squeeze light on a fob that also carries my watch, and of course I always have my phone. When I carry a bag, there's always a spare light in the bag.
I carry an Olight Baton 4 everyday & use it all the time. It's fast to whip out and easier to hold than my phone flashlight. I keep the power pack charger in my car, so i can use it to recharge my phone or iPad on the go. It has moonlight mode as well as flashing, for an emergency. Highly recommended.
Love my Fenix tk16, it's such a versatile tool. Top tier self defense item too. Don't even bother with the strobe function, max lumens in the eyes is so much better.
I strongly agree that flashlight is being underrated as a travel necessity. I personally would carry two flashlight while travelling. One on my keychain. One in my bedside pouch.
The "seconds remaining" on the T4K has nothing to do with the power in the flashlight battery. You had it in Demo mode, which means it turns on for 30 s. The seconds countdown is the seconds until it turns off. Turn off demo mode and you won't see that countdown. The display DOES show a countdown in hours and minutes that works great. I'm not knocking the T4K. I have a TINI2, which is also awesome: it has the same display in a much smaller package.
I got a RovyVon A8 for my keychain last year. Tiny but bright flashlight with UV light, red light, and an additional reading light on the side, a good clip that can be placed in multiple positions and magnets that can be used to attach it to a metallic surface.
My most underrated/unknown travel items: Swisscard Nailcare Edition, most of what I need in a multi-tool without the knife blade (when I check luggage I add a Victorinox Bantam Alox that goes there); pocket pillbox with, among other things, anti-diarrheal medicine, even if you never need it at home, wandering around a place that is new to you eating food you don’t usually eat is the worst time to need this; Lightdims stickers for dimming down the crazy bright power lights and clock radios in hotels.
Highly recommend the ThruNite Archer Mini to anyone who is looking to get into edc flashlights. Only $20 right now, perfect to test the waters or keep as a backup/spare
Not having a physical lock out for the turbo mode is a major issue with this flashlight. I've been literally burned by this flashlight. I used it for travel and the level 1 lockout it not enough to keep it from turning on accidentally. I had it in a side pouch of a small sling bag, and it turned on from being pressed on when seated in a subway car. It got so hot it melted through the pocket and also through my shirt, burning me. This terribly designed flashlight ruined a nice sling bag and my favorite travel shirt. Level 2 lock out essentially makes it useless for quick use. So I no longer EDC this flashlight.
Don't forget a flashlight for emergency signaling , SOS 3 long,3 short .I always throw in a tactical pen with a Fisher space pen refill and take the cap off when going through airports. You always need a pen anyway. and these never leak.
I also don't leave the house without my flashlight (Rovyvon Aurora A5). I don't carry it to help in the most extreme situation (self defense, power outage), but in the most mundane. Most of us will encounter badly-lit stairs on the regular. If, in order to light up your way, you need to get you phone out, turn it on, and then turn on its flashlight function, you're not doing that just to be a little safer when walking on a dark stairway. When I need that little bit of extra light, I just pull my flashlight out of my front right pocket by its keyring (that is always in the same place because I use the clip), douple press its button and I've got light. It only takes me one second, and it not only drastically decreases my likelihood of falling and getting injured, it also allows me to use the stairs much faster. It also helps me discern certain details much faster in situations where there is sufficient lighting in the room, but not for your task, such as finding an inscription on a piece of machinery. If I didn't have a light I could grab in one second, I would be wasting a lot of time trying to figure it out without the extra illumination only to then resort to my phone's flashlight. A feature I love about my particular flashlight is the sidelight: I can have hands-free illumation with a triple button press and then clipping it to my shirt's collar. I work as a theatre technician where I often need to work in the dark and I don't wear caps, sothis feature is super important to me. Most techs carry a big bulky flashlight and keep a separate, bulky headlamp in their toolcase when I have most of the functionality in a AA-sized package that's always in my pocket, ready in one second.
TOTALLY agree about a phone being useless as anything but a last option light ! One of the best travel EDC tools I carry is the Swiss Tech 6 in 1 Utili-key. Its combination of handy features and near invisibility to TSA screenings is perfect for travel. I've also never not needed a philips driver at some stage of a trip 👍
I travel with a compact headlamp (Petzl). Takes 3 AAA batteries so very small and light to have extra batteries with me if I want -- I don't want to be tied to needing AC power to charge. I do not always have a hat with me to attach a flashlight to, so the headlamp allows me to go hands-free whenever I want to.
Great awareness video! I daily carry the RovyVon A5 red side USB C edition. It has a GitD body, a magnet on the back to attach to things, and the side light can be white, red, or blinking red. The blinking red came in so handy one night where we needed to tag a vehicle without power on a busy highway I ended up buying these for the family. Add a paracord loop and it sits nicely in the front pocket and easy to find. I also keep the GitD version of the E5 in my main sling, but it doesn't get nearly as much use.
Agreed that a flashlight is a very important device, both at home and during travel. I always carry several when I travel, along with a handful of lumisticks.
If you're using that flashlight for self-defense, you might want to give the bezel some serious thought. Something that looks "too tactical" might attract unwanted attention.
I highly suggest the Acebeam Pokelit flashlight as a quality AA battery admin light for around $40 CAD. The only downside is that it doesn't have a battery indicator but it does have that reverse clip.
I ALWAYS carry a really good light, and everyone ALWAYS wants to burrow it 🤣 I agree with this soo much! I LOVE having a good light. I like the Overready BOSS 70 and the CWF mini Arcadian. Great vid Maurice, you do good work!
Between my phone's flashlight and my book reading light I'm set for personal lighting devices on flights and don't need to carry yet another, specific light for finding things when the lights are dimmed. I find that the reading light makes for better book lighting and doesn't disturb other passengers. But the most important item I can see myself taking on a flight is one that I've yet to find, some sort of pouch to hold all the small items that I'm likely to need during the flight, that organizes them so that they don't fall into the bottom of my backpack or seat back pocket let alone the floor and I can find them when I need them without having to go dig through my backpack or the seat back pocket or fetch them from the floor. Things like my phone, charging cable(s), glasses, reading light, meds/vitamins, chapstick, etc. Flying is stressful and difficult enough that you want every advantage and comfort you can find.
Going to be bringing my Nitecore with me for the first time on a trip later this week! My most underrated accessory for me are hair ties. The ones I use are clear and coiled so they are great for my hair but also for securing things and they won't break. A little hot water and they'll go back to being tight.
I carry my flashlight on my keychain, always available at my hip. From your channel I already bought the Nitecore TINI 2, and carry it all the time. I'm inclined to now get the T4K for traveling and camping, as my Streamlight Protac is getting older and I want rechargeable features (plus LED). Great video!
I definitely agree with you. Having a standalone flashlight also allows you to save enough phone battery. Built-in lights on phones burn battery power quite a lot. I would also recommend bringing your own tumbler and meds. The tumbler doesn't have to be big if you're just staying in an urban area. I also bring anti-histamines, anti-motility, the ones for flus, and those for motion sickness. Bring a small umbrella too, sure, it's not gonna remain functional on the heaviest of rains and the strongest of gusts but I'm sure you wouldn't stay out there if that's the case anyway. I was able to help my friends and on rare occasions, even a stranger because I bring these things with me. When buying stuff like multitools, flashlights, etc., if you have the money, go for titanium alloy versions to further decrease weight. I'm not a buff guy and I can still carry those things with me with ease, how much more if I am?
Another very practical video! Can’t agree with you more. I always travel with a dedicated flashlight as part of my EDC when abroad. I currently use a streamlight with a metal crenulated bezel. In addition to a high intensity strobe, the bezel provides another option when in a SHTF situation. The whole idea being to do whatever it takes to buy you time to get out of the immediate situation.
I started to carry a flashlight with diffuser. Nowadays, there are dozens of lights bothering you in hotel rooms which I all turn off, yes, including the 500 lumen radio/alarm clock combo, as soon as I enter. With my one light, I am all covered and just one button to press when I get up in the middle of the night....
I find out what I need from your videos 😅 so I appreciate the content you put out Maurice. I had 0 interest is EDC and now I have chosen EDCs from your videos and even your moms Merino wool pants (just proven they adjusted well from 65 degree weather to landing in 95 degree weather!). I very much appreciate your content. Thank you ❤
Honestly, flashlights go even beyond travel to the point that they're everyday carries. I don't bring multiple flashlights, but I always try to have at least a keychain flashlight like a TINI2 and it basically covers all what I would normally need for a flashlight. Now if I ever have to get a utility light, I'd vote the Sofirn IF23 since it covers most, if not all of the cases mentioned here. It's clippable, has a magnetic tailcap and can be positioned upright, charges with USB-C, and even has a side light. You can even use it to charge stuff. That said, I always wonder if flashlights are OK to bring to a plane, so if I'll ever bring one, I'd at least keep the battery with me while the flashlight stays checked-in.
I’ve taken my olight warrior mini 2 on both domestic and international flights. Had it in my carry on luggage going through security and had no problems either time.
Good video, I have carried a flashlight since the days of the mini maglight being about the only choice, and over the years have given countless flashlights to countless people in my life, and after they have one for a while are amazed at how useful they find having an edc light. I think it is hands down the best piece of pocket carry after your wallet and keys.
The double sided clip on a flashlight, although a welcome feature, is completely unecessary for me - seeing as I never wear hats of any sorts. The only use case I'd have for a clip like that is if the flashlight is on a right angle output, so I could attach it to my shirt collar (I wear shirts most days hahhaha)
I love my Nitecore EDC27 when I travel and the P23I at home… high power strobes are underrated for personal protection. I travel with EDC27 simply for the form factor, it's slim and has a pocket clip and can be used as an impact weapon if things really go sideways.
I agree and love keeping a good little torch in my kit! But PSA: iPhones (and I'm sure android) can vary their brightness through the "control centre" menu (I do it all the time)
Thanks for the video! If you haven’t seen it yet, you might like the InCharge Charging Cable or any of the cheaper similar ones. Some are 6 in 1 while others are 6 in 1.
Yup... I dailydrive a nitecore flashlight as well but one with a bendable head and a magnetic bottom... It gave me multiple hands free overhead light from changing tires at night to fixing stuff in the bathroom... I also have a powerbank with a flashlight that literally was my torce for a multiple day blackout after a bad typhoon tak8ng down multiple powerlines.
This is not well known but you can vary the light output on the iPhone by holding the flashlight icon in the control center dialogue. However this is nowhere near the replacement of a real flashlight. having your flashlight die and still having your phone is nice and also not burning through your phone battery just to look at something.....
I hear ya on the Olight. I did just get the new Arkfeld Pro. I love the Nitecore CU6, it's got RGB, UV and an ok output. Currently I'm going with the Arkfeld and an RGB headlamp. I do enough topo and stargazing that the RGB is useful for me. I really do enjoy the Nitecore lights. I mostly travel domestically in Canada, so the magnetic charger isn't so bad for me. Although I will get a backup mag charger. I do enjoy the magnetic base feature on the light. Fenix and Nitecore have been my favorite overall and I completely agree that a flashlight is very underrated. I love your videos, keep up the good work.
I would argue that a headlight with a red LED is more practical imo than a handheld flashlight, definitely part of my travel EDC, along with a spork, lighter and small pocket knife.
If you shine the flashlight through a clear bottle of water, it also diffuses the light nicely for lighting up a room (or tent).
If there is a red mode, you can look at things without losing your night vision. Lights for hiking quite often have that mode.
I've been wanting a torch with moonlight red mode since my daughter was a baby and I wanted to feed her at night (from a bottle, I'm a dad) and see what I'm doing without waking myself up too much or disturbing my wife. Can you recommend any models that do this?
@@feanor5037 I use a Nitecore NU25 but that is for camping. There are probably less expensive versions that are less rugged. Look for headlamps for hiking, many have red light options.
@@feanor5037many of the Rovyvon models have a red mode.
Recommendations?
@@petermarin there are several rovyvon models with a red light option
Totally agree about flashlights. My family always made fun of my obsession with having one when I traveled. They change their tune when we all got stuck on the 20th floor of a hotel during a major blackout.
The most underrated travel accessory, is bringing fewer travel accessories. The one constant I have had through all my travels is that the less I bring the happier I am. Before anything goes in my kit, I ask myself, what's the worst thing that happens if I don't have this item? And in most cases I decide that the worst really isn't that bad, and I just don't bother.
This mentality is how I travel with personal item only, wish not only makes flights and airports easier, it makes exploring destinations easier when you don't have to think about what you're going to do with your luggage while you visit that museum. Sure each item on its own doesn't stop you from traveling light, but they all add up.
Exactly, I’ve never used a flash light in my regular day. I won’t need a flash light on my travels.
Completely agree re bringing less. That's the point though, everyone needs to figure out their lifestyle and traveling style. Maurice obviously moves around a lot at night on his own eg riding bikes/scooters etc.
@@invinciblemode Use mine on moonlight mode if I need a piss in the middle of the night or a snack or whatever so I don't wake the wife up. Phone is usually charging at night. Used it in some countries to walk back to accommodation at night because no street lights. Used it on a recent fishing trip where the guys wanted to leave pre-dawn. Clipped it onto my cap to be hands free loading gear onto the boat. Also good if you lose something outside at night, phone light isn't very powerful. It's tiny and doesn't take up room. Don't need it often but good to have it when I do. Each to their own.
I guess you’ve never travelled to any exotic places then. Africa and Asia I Always take a torch
@@IanJTaylor The point is I don't need a standalone one for how seldom I use it. People mock the light on the phone, but it's always with me, I never have to take it off my pocket, and realistically I almost never use it. I go all over the world, and even in places with no street lights, in the middle of the wilderness, I almost never use a flashlight in the dead of night
As someone who edcs and travels with at least a 1000 lumen flashlight I loved this video. It was the video I have been thinking about making about traveling with a flashlight.
Regarding self defense. The only other thing I would add is that also when you’re waking around in the dark being able to illuminate an area is a great way to deescalate a situation. You don’t have to even point it at the person. But if someone is giving you a funny feeling or walking too close you can illuminate the area and that usually gets people away in my experience.
You get scared and shine a torch?
Moonlight mode is also meant for not ruining your already adjusted night vision.
Nitecore also sells right angled flashlights which I think are underrated as they are more ergonomic, and you can clip it on your shirt or bag strap.
"Star spangled strapped" got me. 😂
Had never heard that before. Will use it whenever I can in the future!
I totally agree about the flashlight. One thing I’ve found to come in handy is gaffer’s tape. It’s strong but doesn’t leave residue like duct tape so you can use it in hotels or rentals. I just wrap some around a plastic card and put it in my pack.
my favorite underrated travel accessory is a small rechargeable hand fan. great for when you're going to be doing a lot of walking/are going to be out a lot, especially during warmer months, especially in places where they don't use A/C or like it at much lower settings than many americans are used to (most places i've been). honestly it's also good in colder months when you come inside from being out in the cold and wind and your body starts rapidly overheating to compensate. what can i say, i'm a sweaty person.
What people forget when traveling, if the power goes out at night, you are now in a place you do not know. And trying to find a phone, towel (I was in the shower when the power went out in our building in Trinidad Cuba this past February) or even get out the door and down a set of stairs is not as easy as it would be in your own residence that you just know where things are. I absolutely agree with your comments in this video as a person who used to travel half the year for work, now retired.
My Mini maglite was a gift in 1989 prior to a year long trip through Europe and the middle east. It is battery operated and still functions to this day and lives alongside my Swiss Army knife in my toiletries bag when travelling. Hugely underrated and excellent examples; Great Video Maurice.
Another vote for old Mini Maglite (i have 2 or 3 floating around). Not the brightest or longest lasting, they came about when small lights were just not a thing. I still have two D-cell Maglites from that era, too.
My wife still has the one her dad bought her before we met. I get it now, but didn’t at first!
Wet wipes for spot stain removal. A pack of wet wipes enables you to keep your clothes cleaner for longer, which means you can pack fewer clothes. They also enable you to freshen up when you are away from running water.
I travel on vacations to Mexico and I always bring a light or 2. Very handy in hotel room if I’m inspecting for hidden camera lenses or bed bugs or drop something
Many of the resort hotel restaurants are poorly lit to the point where I have to have a dim flashlight to view the menu. Also while walking around Mexico their standards are way lower than ours. You can be walking down a sidewalk and all of a sudden there is a three foot diameter hole a couple feet deep. I am always finding a use for a Flashlight
though its well lit most everywhere at night here in Singapore, its good to bring a flashlight... there will always be leisure cyclists, mobility device users, delivery riders on the pavement with blinding headlights, and that's when you blind them back with 300-1000 lumens
By far, my most underrated and most used item in my travel kit is a handkerchief. Buy a pack at Walmart or Target and throw it in your bag or luggage. Useful if you get the sniffles, in case you go to a public restroom and there is no 🧻, if you spill something on you or your bag/stuff, instant pocket square to elevate your suit at a wedding or business meeting, tie it to your luggage handle for easy identification of your checked bag, impromptu towel, reusable napkin, etc etc etc… Super cheap and super useful
Couldn't agree more. Use mine every day. The flashlight / sock / cup combo is a great hack too.
As someone who can't remember when he last used a flashlight (must be years). I'm seriously curious what you use your flashlight for. I don't even use one when going on a night hike in the forrest.
@@etherealicerwell just this morning I was under a desk plugging cables into a PC used it then. yesterday my son had a splinter so it helped me when I was getting it out. walking down my driveway to put the bins out in the dark, looking into the back of a dark cupboard, using camera equipment... its a small olight it3 so very light in the pocket and I think its just become habit over the years. if I forget it something always comes up and it annoys me that usually I would have had something to make the task easier.
@@Samlowry27B-6I'd use my phone light for all those things
100% you have to have one that takes standard batteries. If you travel long enough you will be separated from your charging equipment and you will be in the dark. All the light modes in the world will not matter if you cannot charge your light.
These flashlights can last like 20 hours on the super bright setting, you are paranoid
Olight has that covered.
My go-to is one that takes both AA or a higher voltage 14500 Lion for higher output.
It's a flashlight. I saved you six and a half minutes.
He says what it is 20 seconds into the video. The why and how he chooses the flashlight is the meat of the video
@@U1TR4F0RCE i was watching this video till the very end hoping to get the idea why this guy so obsessed in traveling at night when cant even see things properly not mentioning sleep hours missing and risk being robbed, but still didnt get it. So yes, its basically just a flashlight.
@@Dmitlantis
You must not pay attention very well.
It’s not just a flash light.
It’s also a self defense tool.
I personally never considered that .
Also, there are thousands of flash lights. What is the best type and why?
So, as you see, there’s more to it than saying it’s just a flashlight 🔦.
So, stop with the hubris comments.
LoL 😂 smh
Not me reading it as fleshlight and got excited 🥹
imagine having nothing to do with your life than posting stupid messages in a random comment section of a yt video
Glow in the dark key rings on my most important bag or items have become my most precious items. Cost nothing weigh nothing but help you find your stuff immediately in really dark situations.
I’m surprised they are not more popular. This comes from experience with 50 flights a year to large cities and backcountry in Europe in the ‘90 and ‘00. The key rings still work.
Don't underestimate the value of ultra-low brightness settings. I completely agree what you are saying. It is also useful for turning on in a theater or a night flight if you drop something on the floor.
You're the first person I've ever heard actually mention the ceiling trick. I've done it for years yet so few people seem to know about it
One reason I prefer tail standing lights generally speaking; the cup trick Maurice shows can expand on that use. Really though my point in posting was that you reminded me of a related point someone made. When indoors they use a headlamp or right angle light, facing upward. That way they get even illumination and reflections from a mirror or other shiny surface does not bother them. I don't often use this trick, but good to keep in mind.
Hey... you and I travel similarly, and both out of YYZ. I've carried a flashlight for years in my camera bag, but honestly hardly ever use it. It's older than rechargeables, but my batteries rarely run out due to low use. It's an odd looking thing from Pelican...not much to recommend, but it has worked the few times I've needed it.
It occurs to me that the ideal thing for your uses would be a clip-on bicycle light. They are often very bright, have three or more intensities plus flashing and many also offer red modes as well (red doesn't affect night vision). Since you are already carrying a Peak Designs handlebar phone mount, I figure this would have utility there too. I've seen a number with visor mounts as well.
I guess it's time to replace my old light -- never thought of those uses, but it seems smart, and rechargeable is the way to go. Thanks for the tips :)
As a frequent visitor to India, i have found use for a torch every single day.
Probably the most beneficial travel video I've seen this month. Great work.
Flashlights are indeed criminally underrated. I always carry one. As far as form factor goes, the Olight Baton 4 is what my money is on. This tiny thing packs quite a punch and goes from .5 lm moonlight mode to a 1500 lm burst mode. Plus, its charging case doubles as a USB-C power bank.
Also: consider a flashlight with an articulated head. You can hook that to the strap of your backpack or your shirt pocket and have you hands free. Very handy if you are not wearing your trusty ol‘ snapback.
The charging case also matches perfectly with the Neutral White Perun 2 Mini right angle flashlight/headlamp. If you have those two, you literally have light for days. One can be charging while you use the other, you can use them directly from the case, or you really want to continue using the headlamp and the Baton 4 is charged, you could swap the batteries. The neutral white Perun 2 Mini also has a very bright red mode. Unfortunately, about its only con is that it does not have a low red mode. If it had that it would be practically perfect. For the magic in your pocket (bright!) aspects of the Baton 4 I'm willing to use its cool white beam, that is not too cool, but for the headlamp I think it is important to have the Perun 2 Mini with a neutral white beam for better perception and less interference with sleep patterns, etc. At the moment the neutral white Olight Perun 2 Mini is available in black, blue, or OD Green.
under rated item for travel: best functional clear re-usable pouch/bag for under 100ml liquids when going through airport security? love the vids man!
I always carry a flashlight (but now I think I need something more like what you have). When I'm not flying I always have a Swiss Army combo knife. If I have a check-in bag for flying I'll put the knife in that bag to carry later after I arrive (main thing is to remember to put it back in the check-in bag BEFORE leaving for the airport!).
I do the same thing. A Swiss army tinker is a real life saver.
This is a great video and I agree that a flashlight is the most underrated travel accessory and I always have one on hand everywhere I go. Personally, one feature that particularly like on a flashlight is a red light. I find it useful when using the light indoors at night - perhaps navigating to a washroom in an unfamiliar airbnb. It is easy on my eyes, and it doesn't bother other people that are sleeping.
I totally agree on flashlights being essential. We had just arrived at our hotel in Lyon when rolling blackouts occurred and I had enough light sources that we were very comfortable in the hotel and navigating the streets for some food.
I think a first aid kit with otc medication is an essential edc item when traveling.
I am all about taking as few items as possible. When it comes to charging things, I've spent more time that I should to figure out what is the least amount of cables I'll need to charge all the things. A game changer for me was finding USB-C to USB Micro adapters. I still have a few devices that need the micro connector, but now I don't need a dedicated cable for them.
my mirrorless camera uses micro usb
I did travel with flashlight up until a few years ago. A clippable 10 lumen white LED with red light and strobe red light mode. I have never used them once in my years of travelling around Indonesia, so I abandoned the use a few years ago. I don't know if it's underrated but I used to not have tissue / paper towel with me for travelling. Maybe it's strange but we Indonesians usually use bidet and water to wash after using the toilet so I used to just find a store to buy some tissue. One day I can't find a store that's close enough and from then I brought at least one pack of tissue with me everywhere.
Great tip!! When traveling I always take with me binder clips and zip ties. I always end up using them one way or another.
I highly recommend the Perun 2 by Olight.
It’s a 90 orientation so you can clip in on clothing for hands free use. It also has a red lowlight mode to save night vision.
Olight has their magnetic charger that has the usb adapter, so it works like those other lights
The strobe function is one of the best methods for self defense at night. Temporarily blind whoever might be trying to rob or assault you so you can run away.
I would disagree about the strobe function, I find it much better to shine a flashlight straight into someone’s face while taking a step back.
If you are in the situation when you need to use it, remembering the button press sequence then doing it under pressure is wishful thinking that takes too much time, it’s much better to have a flashlight that goes straight into turbo mode.
I work in law enforcement and at night when interacting with someone I will often have my flashlight in my weak hand where I just need to touch the tail cap to shine 4,000 lumens at someone.
If it’s more than 1 person being the threat, does a flashlight help or would it be a pepper spray?
@@amym6693 exactly
@@narendranj flashlight would help, but both, flashlight and pepper spray would be even better. You just have to know that gel-spray is much better than normal solution and also that nether would work immediately, unfortunately. You would have to shine in eyes of a atacker and use the spray, than do this to the next one... all this when running from them at the same time. It can take a minute or more before such spray affects a person. Best self defence is awareness of your surrounding and situation.
To second Amy, the strobe is not that effective. The brightest light you can get on constant is way more disorienting. It also lends authority. Think about it: you're walking near a sketchy area. It's dark. Someone is approaching g that you don't like the look of. You shine the light at them and ask what they want, telling them not to get any closer. That's going to be enough to make most would-be opportunistic predators decide you're not worth the trouble.
The best travel accessory I’ve found so far is a small power strip/splitter. IKEA sells a pack of 2 of them with a short cord and 3 outlets. It has saved my butt so many times because there’s never enough outlets (and I often travel with a person with a CPAP so there goes one more outlet.)
(The second best is a USB stick drive and the 3rd best is a bottle opener. All of those live in a small bag w/ a few adapters, a small HDMI cable, an extra pair of earbuds, an extra charger cable, etc. that I call my “travel tech bag” and it’s indispensable.)
A good point. You might want to also consider an Anker prime 6-in-1 140w charging station. A bit bulkier perhaps, but the cord can be removed so the station can be slipped into a bag pocket or whatever, without the cord sticking out. This would allow powering the CPAP, while also charging any USB devices...and if using in a foreign country, while only needing one Adapter. I really wish I had had this when traveling overseas last summer! [The USA style electric sockets move upward as you plug in any electric cords.]
@@donaldstrader7241 Ah, I should have been more clear about the adapters. These are adapters for my laptop as it only has USB-C outlets, and I have quite a few non-C USB devices as well as some HDMI cables. (And I do have an all in one adapter/hub that plugs into the side as well.)
Just discovered your channel and I am OBSESSED!! As a big traveller I was already on the look out for a torch - a gap I identified in my kit, finding my iPhone torch doesn’t always do the trick - because as someone who documents my travels with a camera (both photo/video), a torch can double as a light source in dark situations. But you made a few points that were new to me, such as being able to clip it to things. The biggest benefit you pointed out was as a self defence aid (if ever necessary) as I fully agree with your philosophy on keeping out of trouble. As a woman who often travels solo, the safety aspect is especially handy. Any reccos for a lightweight, compact, usb c torch that works between a soft light source all the way up to a self defence method? I like the form factor and look of the Rovyvon you used here, but I see you don’t think it’s bright enough.
Keep up the great vids!!
Will definitely be purchasing another light with 4000l and strobe. Thanks for great recommendations, whether for traveling around the world or around the block.
I always bring a deck of cards or Uno. During a delay it saves your phone battery, and I've met some cool people.
You convinced me! My personal odd accessory that helps me solve many problems when travelling is a bandana.
I almost always take a sarong when traveling for similar reasons. You can do so much with it: coverup, sit on the beach, cover your head or face, laundry bundle, even a towel in a pinch. And it makes a surprisingly warm blanket (for its thickness) when on a cold bus or train.
A flashlight isn't just a travel accessory, it's a must-have item for everyday activities at home. I never go anywhere without at least one good light source on my person - typically, I have a bright LED flashlight in my pocket (currently I carry a $20 Coast brand light from Home Depot which uses a single AA size battery), but I also have a smaller LED squeeze light on a fob that also carries my watch, and of course I always have my phone. When I carry a bag, there's always a spare light in the bag.
I carry an Olight Baton 4 everyday & use it all the time. It's fast to whip out and easier to hold than my phone flashlight. I keep the power pack charger in my car, so i can use it to recharge my phone or iPad on the go. It has moonlight mode as well as flashing, for an emergency. Highly recommended.
Love my Fenix tk16, it's such a versatile tool. Top tier self defense item too. Don't even bother with the strobe function, max lumens in the eyes is so much better.
iPhones have 4 output levels for the flashlight. You just need to long click the flashlight button on the control center.
I strongly agree that flashlight is being underrated as a travel necessity.
I personally would carry two flashlight while travelling. One on my keychain. One in my bedside pouch.
Furoshiki wrap / big bandana / shemag. It is so useful as you can even do a tote with it, sun hood, neck scarf, picnic
The "seconds remaining" on the T4K has nothing to do with the power in the flashlight battery. You had it in Demo mode, which means it turns on for 30 s. The seconds countdown is the seconds until it turns off. Turn off demo mode and you won't see that countdown. The display DOES show a countdown in hours and minutes that works great.
I'm not knocking the T4K. I have a TINI2, which is also awesome: it has the same display in a much smaller package.
White noise machine for sleep is a game changer too
I got a RovyVon A8 for my keychain last year. Tiny but bright flashlight with UV light, red light, and an additional reading light on the side, a good clip that can be placed in multiple positions and magnets that can be used to attach it to a metallic surface.
Oof. Now I need a flashlight. Even though I don't really travel. I still need one.
My most underrated/unknown travel items: Swisscard Nailcare Edition, most of what I need in a multi-tool without the knife blade (when I check luggage I add a Victorinox Bantam Alox that goes there); pocket pillbox with, among other things, anti-diarrheal medicine, even if you never need it at home, wandering around a place that is new to you eating food you don’t usually eat is the worst time to need this; Lightdims stickers for dimming down the crazy bright power lights and clock radios in hotels.
Highly recommend the ThruNite Archer Mini to anyone who is looking to get into edc flashlights. Only $20 right now, perfect to test the waters or keep as a backup/spare
I use a small one AAA battery light. Current one is an Olight.
Couldn’t agree more. Carry two with me everywhere. One headlamp style another baton style.
Not having a physical lock out for the turbo mode is a major issue with this flashlight. I've been literally burned by this flashlight. I used it for travel and the level 1 lockout it not enough to keep it from turning on accidentally. I had it in a side pouch of a small sling bag, and it turned on from being pressed on when seated in a subway car. It got so hot it melted through the pocket and also through my shirt, burning me. This terribly designed flashlight ruined a nice sling bag and my favorite travel shirt. Level 2 lock out essentially makes it useless for quick use. So I no longer EDC this flashlight.
Which light are you talking about here re lockout?
@@MrWisdom4U Nitecore T4K
Don't forget a flashlight for emergency signaling , SOS 3 long,3 short .I always throw in a tactical pen with a Fisher space pen refill and take the cap off when going through airports. You always need a pen anyway. and these never leak.
I also don't leave the house without my flashlight (Rovyvon Aurora A5). I don't carry it to help in the most extreme situation (self defense, power outage), but in the most mundane. Most of us will encounter badly-lit stairs on the regular. If, in order to light up your way, you need to get you phone out, turn it on, and then turn on its flashlight function, you're not doing that just to be a little safer when walking on a dark stairway. When I need that little bit of extra light, I just pull my flashlight out of my front right pocket by its keyring (that is always in the same place because I use the clip), douple press its button and I've got light. It only takes me one second, and it not only drastically decreases my likelihood of falling and getting injured, it also allows me to use the stairs much faster.
It also helps me discern certain details much faster in situations where there is sufficient lighting in the room, but not for your task, such as finding an inscription on a piece of machinery. If I didn't have a light I could grab in one second, I would be wasting a lot of time trying to figure it out without the extra illumination only to then resort to my phone's flashlight.
A feature I love about my particular flashlight is the sidelight: I can have hands-free illumation with a triple button press and then clipping it to my shirt's collar. I work as a theatre technician where I often need to work in the dark and I don't wear caps, sothis feature is super important to me. Most techs carry a big bulky flashlight and keep a separate, bulky headlamp in their toolcase when I have most of the functionality in a AA-sized package that's always in my pocket, ready in one second.
I’m a long time frequent traveler, often to odd places. The sock and cup hack is a great idea if you can’t balance your light on its base.
TOTALLY agree about a phone being useless as anything but a last option light !
One of the best travel EDC tools I carry is the Swiss Tech 6 in 1 Utili-key. Its combination of handy features and near invisibility to TSA screenings is perfect for travel.
I've also never not needed a philips driver at some stage of a trip 👍
I travel with a compact headlamp (Petzl). Takes 3 AAA batteries so very small and light to have extra batteries with me if I want -- I don't want to be tied to needing AC power to charge. I do not always have a hat with me to attach a flashlight to, so the headlamp allows me to go hands-free whenever I want to.
Great awareness video! I daily carry the RovyVon A5 red side USB C edition. It has a GitD body, a magnet on the back to attach to things, and the side light can be white, red, or blinking red. The blinking red came in so handy one night where we needed to tag a vehicle without power on a busy highway I ended up buying these for the family. Add a paracord loop and it sits nicely in the front pocket and easy to find. I also keep the GitD version of the E5 in my main sling, but it doesn't get nearly as much use.
Agreed that a flashlight is a very important device, both at home and during travel. I always carry several when I travel, along with a handful of lumisticks.
If you're using that flashlight for self-defense, you might want to give the bezel some serious thought. Something that looks "too tactical" might attract unwanted attention.
This was my thought as well. Just having a strike bezel, some countries may consider it an offensive weapon and therefore illegal to have.
I highly suggest the Acebeam Pokelit flashlight as a quality AA battery admin light for around $40 CAD. The only downside is that it doesn't have a battery indicator but it does have that reverse clip.
I’m wondering if placing it in the cup with a sock is a fire hazard?
sure, especially with high output flashlights which tend to get hot
Nitecore NU25 headlamp with USB-C charging is my all time favorite gadget.
I ALWAYS carry a really good light, and everyone ALWAYS wants to burrow it 🤣 I agree with this soo much! I LOVE having a good light. I like the Overready BOSS 70 and the CWF mini Arcadian. Great vid Maurice, you do good work!
Between my phone's flashlight and my book reading light I'm set for personal lighting devices on flights and don't need to carry yet another, specific light for finding things when the lights are dimmed. I find that the reading light makes for better book lighting and doesn't disturb other passengers.
But the most important item I can see myself taking on a flight is one that I've yet to find, some sort of pouch to hold all the small items that I'm likely to need during the flight, that organizes them so that they don't fall into the bottom of my backpack or seat back pocket let alone the floor and I can find them when I need them without having to go dig through my backpack or the seat back pocket or fetch them from the floor. Things like my phone, charging cable(s), glasses, reading light, meds/vitamins, chapstick, etc.
Flying is stressful and difficult enough that you want every advantage and comfort you can find.
Going to be bringing my Nitecore with me for the first time on a trip later this week! My most underrated accessory for me are hair ties. The ones I use are clear and coiled so they are great for my hair but also for securing things and they won't break. A little hot water and they'll go back to being tight.
FYI if you long press on the torch icon in control centre on iOS you can adjust the brightness
you missed the points that he taught 😞
They stole that from Samsung. But the brightness is not enough 😂 a phone cannot compare
If you don't have acess to cup and socks: some plactic bottle or white bottle cap can work as light diffusor
You explained it so well! I always recommend a small flashlight it really is far more useful than you'd think and I use it all the time even at home
Love your videos. Excellent content with super informative substance plus fantastic presentation. No fluff; all polish. Great work!
This is indeed an underrated travel accessory. I’ve used my flashlight 🔦 several times in the past year, at home and during travels. ❤
I carry my flashlight on my keychain, always available at my hip. From your channel I already bought the Nitecore TINI 2, and carry it all the time. I'm inclined to now get the T4K for traveling and camping, as my Streamlight Protac is getting older and I want rechargeable features (plus LED). Great video!
You should probably buy something with exchangeable battery.
Great video! My current travel flashlight is the Stiletto Pro from SureFire - nice and flat for your pocket! I may have to checkout this Nitecore!🔦🙂
I definitely agree with you. Having a standalone flashlight also allows you to save enough phone battery. Built-in lights on phones burn battery power quite a lot.
I would also recommend bringing your own tumbler and meds. The tumbler doesn't have to be big if you're just staying in an urban area. I also bring anti-histamines, anti-motility, the ones for flus, and those for motion sickness.
Bring a small umbrella too, sure, it's not gonna remain functional on the heaviest of rains and the strongest of gusts but I'm sure you wouldn't stay out there if that's the case anyway.
I was able to help my friends and on rare occasions, even a stranger because I bring these things with me. When buying stuff like multitools, flashlights, etc., if you have the money, go for titanium alloy versions to further decrease weight. I'm not a buff guy and I can still carry those things with me with ease, how much more if I am?
Your videos are always informative and useful one of the best travel tips channels I have ever seen. Keep up the great work Maurice!
Another very practical video! Can’t agree with you more. I always travel with a dedicated flashlight as part of my EDC when abroad. I currently use a streamlight with a metal crenulated bezel. In addition to a high intensity strobe, the bezel provides another option when in a SHTF situation. The whole idea being to do whatever it takes to buy you time to get out of the immediate situation.
I started to carry a flashlight with diffuser. Nowadays, there are dozens of lights bothering you in hotel rooms which I all turn off, yes, including the 500 lumen radio/alarm clock combo, as soon as I enter. With my one light, I am all covered and just one button to press when I get up in the middle of the night....
I love how realistic this is
Electric Black Tape!
I find out what I need from your videos 😅 so I appreciate the content you put out Maurice. I had 0 interest is EDC and now I have chosen EDCs from your videos and even your moms Merino wool pants (just proven they adjusted well from 65 degree weather to landing in 95 degree weather!). I very much appreciate your content. Thank you ❤
Honestly, flashlights go even beyond travel to the point that they're everyday carries.
I don't bring multiple flashlights, but I always try to have at least a keychain flashlight like a TINI2 and it basically covers all what I would normally need for a flashlight.
Now if I ever have to get a utility light, I'd vote the Sofirn IF23 since it covers most, if not all of the cases mentioned here. It's clippable, has a magnetic tailcap and can be positioned upright, charges with USB-C, and even has a side light. You can even use it to charge stuff.
That said, I always wonder if flashlights are OK to bring to a plane, so if I'll ever bring one, I'd at least keep the battery with me while the flashlight stays checked-in.
I stayed in a hotel recently, and tested my soften by leaving it in moonlight mode and it lasted all week, it supposedly lasts 56 days
I’ve taken my olight warrior mini 2 on both domestic and international flights. Had it in my carry on luggage going through security and had no problems either time.
You are correct sir! A phone has illumination, a flashlight is a flashlight exclamation point
10m of Paracord always comes in handy for me
You’re the man Maurice! Thanks for all you do! -Desert Storm Veteran.
I agree with your emphasis on a good compact flashlight. My other contented would be a Tactical Pen (pen + glass breaker + Kubotan)
Good video, I have carried a flashlight since the days of the mini maglight being about the only choice, and over the years have given countless flashlights to countless people in my life, and after they have one for a while are amazed at how useful they find having an edc light. I think it is hands down the best piece of pocket carry after your wallet and keys.
Batman dont need stinking flashlight. He is the dark
The double sided clip on a flashlight, although a welcome feature, is completely unecessary for me - seeing as I never wear hats of any sorts. The only use case I'd have for a clip like that is if the flashlight is on a right angle output, so I could attach it to my shirt collar (I wear shirts most days hahhaha)
I love my Nitecore EDC27 when I travel and the P23I at home… high power strobes are underrated for personal protection. I travel with EDC27 simply for the form factor, it's slim and has a pocket clip and can be used as an impact weapon if things really go sideways.
I agree and love keeping a good little torch in my kit!
But PSA: iPhones (and I'm sure android) can vary their brightness through the "control centre" menu (I do it all the time)
Thanks for the video! If you haven’t seen it yet, you might like the InCharge Charging Cable or any of the cheaper similar ones. Some are 6 in 1 while others are 6 in 1.
Yup... I dailydrive a nitecore flashlight as well but one with a bendable head and a magnetic bottom... It gave me multiple hands free overhead light from changing tires at night to fixing stuff in the bathroom... I also have a powerbank with a flashlight that literally was my torce for a multiple day blackout after a bad typhoon tak8ng down multiple powerlines.
This is not well known but you can vary the light output on the iPhone by holding the flashlight icon in the control center dialogue. However this is nowhere near the replacement of a real flashlight. having your flashlight die and still having your phone is nice and also not burning through your phone battery just to look at something.....
Mine is an Olight Arkfeld Pro, a little bigger, but has all the mentioned features plus a laser pointer and UV light.
I hear ya on the Olight. I did just get the new Arkfeld Pro. I love the Nitecore CU6, it's got RGB, UV and an ok output.
Currently I'm going with the Arkfeld and an RGB headlamp. I do enough topo and stargazing that the RGB is useful for me.
I really do enjoy the Nitecore lights.
I mostly travel domestically in Canada, so the magnetic charger isn't so bad for me. Although I will get a backup mag charger. I do enjoy the magnetic base feature on the light.
Fenix and Nitecore have been my favorite overall and I completely agree that a flashlight is very underrated.
I love your videos, keep up the good work.
I'm writing a book about being safe on street and this helped a lot!
I would argue that a headlight with a red LED is more practical imo than a handheld flashlight, definitely part of my travel EDC, along with a spork, lighter and small pocket knife.