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<h2>Introduction</h2>
Of all the essential items that a trekker or hiker has to pack for a trip to the woods or mountains, a flashlight is surely one of them. Despite the rising popularity of headlamps with a specific section of adventurers, flashlights continue to be indispensable for those willing to explore the natural world safely. Though day hikers can manage with a standard flashlight but those preparing for an extended expedition will need a powerful torch that is not only convenient to use but portable as well.

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<h2><a href="http://geni.us/SKtVD" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">1. NiteCore EA8 Caveman 900 Lumens LED Searchlight, Black</a></h2>

<a href="http://geni.us/SKtVD"><img src="http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Headlight-Hikers-Adventurers-1-150x150.jpg" alt="NiteCore EA8 Caveman 900 Lumens LED Searchlight, Black" width="150" height="150" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-584" /></a>The NiteCore EA8 Cavemen is an immensely versatile searchlight that hikers, mountaineers, hunters, and emergency patrol teams will find immensely useful. Constructed from a single piece of aircraft-grade aluminum, this torch is incredibly hardwearing and its powerful LED light with a 900 lumens output can reflects beams up to 490m.

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<h2>FEATURES</h2>
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<li>Body crafted out of aircraft grade aluminum</li>
<li>CREE XM-L U2 LED</li>
<li>Peak output: 900lumens</li>
<li>Maximum beam intensity: 60,000 candelas </li>
<li>Maximum throw distance: 490m</li>
<li>Impact resistance range: 1.5m</li>
<li>Lightweight: 0.7lbs</li>
<li>8 light modes</li>
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<h2>PROS</h2>
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<li>Reflector uses Nitecore’s proprietary precision digital optics technology for crystal clear and intense beam reflection</li>
<li>Heat dissipation mechanism prevents overheating</li>
<li>Houses 8AA batteries for extended use</li>
<li>Tail standing</li>
<li>Lanyard hole for holding convenience</li>
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<h2>CONS</h2>
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<li>The operating switch is not durable</li>
<li>Remarkably expensive</li>
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<h2><a href="http://geni.us/dFJA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2. Anker Bolder LC90 LED Flashlight, IP65 Water-Resistant, Zoomable, Rechargeable, Pocket-Sized Torch (for Camping and Hiking) with Super Bright 900 Lumens CREE LED, 5 Light Modes, 18650 Battery Included</a></h2>

<a href="http://geni.us/dFJA"><img src="http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Headlight-Hikers-Adventurers-2-150x150.jpg" alt="Anker Bolder LC90 LED Flashlight, IP65 Water-Resistant, Zoomable, Rechargeable, Pocket-Sized Torch (for Camping and Hiking) with Super Bright 900 Lumens CREE LED, 5 Light Modes, 18650 Battery Included" width="150" height="150" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-585" /></a>Anker Bolder LC90 LED Flashlight is eminently portable, extremely durable, and can reflect light up to a distance of 200m. The flashlight comes with a 18650 3350mAh rechargeable battery that can be charged via the inbuilt micro USB port a single charge keeps it lighted for 6 hours at a stretch.

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<h2>FEATURES</h2>
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<li>900 lumens CREE LED light</li>
<li>Maximum throw distance: 1000ft (308m)</li>
<li>5 light modes</li>
<li>50,000 hour lifespan of LED</li>
<li>Water resistant with IP65 rating</li>
<li>Aluminum Body</li>
<li>Package include flashlight, 3350mAh rechargeable battery, wrist wrap, micro USB cable, and user manual</li>
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<h2>PROS</h2>
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<li>Powerful CREE LED reflects rays up to a distance of 308m</li>
<li>Furnishes ambient lighting which is good for campers and hikers</li>
<li>Zoom out floodlighting</li>
<li>Durable construction</li>
<li>Easy to use </li>
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<h2>CONS</h2>
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<li>The texture of the surface is such it cannot be gripped firmly</li>
<li>The flashlight is somewhat heavy and sizeable</li>
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<h2><a href="http://geni.us/Qdsc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3. Fenix MC11 Flashlight, Black, Small</a></h2>

<a href="http://geni.us/Qdsc"><img src="http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Headlight-Hikers-Adventurers-3-150x150.jpg" alt="Fenix MC11 Flashlight, Black, Small" width="150" height="150" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-586" /></a>Hikers, mountaineers, hunters, campers, and rescue patrols will find the Fenix MC11 Flashlight extraordinarily handy. The torch can be clipped to a backpack or hat, held using a lanyard, and can be made to stand on its tail.

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<h2>FEATURES</h2>
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<li>Tough construction</li>
<li>Reverse polarity defense</li>
<li>Uses 1.5v alkaline battery</li>
<li>CREE XP-E R2 LED; lifespan 50,000 hrs</li>
<li>Pushbutton switch</li>
<li>Reflector glass has anti-glare coating</li>
<li>Tilting head</li>
<li>5 light settings   </li>
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<h2>PROS</h2>
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<li>Offers complete convenience of use</li>
<li>Extremely lightweight: weighs 1.9 ounces</li>
<li>Anodized aluminum alloy chassis is resistant to abrasions and scrapes</li>
<li>Reverse polarity feature protects the torch if battery is installed improperly</li>
<li>Ideal for camping and navigating in trails during night</li>
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<h2>CONS</h2>
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<li>The accompanying hanging loop is delicate</li>
<li>The low positioning of the belt clip tilts the flashlight improperly</li>
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<h2><a href="http://geni.us/oZV2M" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">4. ThruNite TN4A LED Flashlight Powered by 4 AA batteries</a></h2>

<a href="http://geni.us/oZV2M"><img src="http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Headlight-Hikers-Adventurers-4-150x150.jpg" alt="ThruNite TN4A LED Flashlight Powered by 4 AA batteries" width="150" height="150" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-587" /></a>Trekkers and Mountaineers can rest assured that they’ll be able to see ahead even when it’s pitch dark if they carry the ThruNite TN4A LED flashlight. This torch features a robust CREE-XP-L V6 LED of 1150lumens that can last for over 2 decades.

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<h2>FEATURES</h2>
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<li>CREE XP-L V6 LED light</li>
<li>Maximum output: 1150 lumens</li>
<li>Maximum beam intensity: 26640cd</li>
<li>Peak throw distance: 326m</li>
<li>Impact resistance range: 2m</li>
<li>Comes with lanyard, 2 ‘O’ rings, 1 holster, and 1 battery carrier</li>
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<h2>PROS</h2>
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<li>Constructed from toughened materials</li>
<li>Highly water resistant</li>
<li>Reflects beams up to a good distance: helps in seeing clearly in the dark</li>
<li>LED light has an extended lifespan</li>
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<h2>CONS</h2>
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<li>The lanyard is not very hardy</li>
<li>The flashlight is heavy weighing 219 gms without batteries</li>
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<P>Flashlights are a must for hikers who embark on trips to locations that are situated far away from trailheads. The 4 flashlights analyzed in this review-NiteCore, Anker Bolder, Fenix MC11, and ThruNite TN4A fulfilled all the criterions of a quality flashlight. However, the Fenix MC11 and NiteCore were found to be exorbitantly priced compared to what they were offering while Anker Bolder priced below $35 was found to be extremely resourceful.