Traveling to Hawaii for two weeks. Taking flashlights for some outdoor actives, but not sure which ones. We plan to see some caves and a lava tube (all tourist level stuff) in Maui. Will also be hiking during the day in Maui and Kauai, staying on popular trails. I'm debating between my Fenix PD32 (340 lumens) or Fenix LD01 (72 lumens). I don't EDC a flashlight.
The PD32 is my usual for camping, hiking and when I know I'll need a light. The LD01 is used for travel and when I might need a light. We'll also be taking a similar sized flashlight for my wife, based on which Fenix I go with. We have headlamps available, but I don't expect to need a handsfree setup.
I initially was going with the PD32, as it is my usual hiking light. But the LD01 is being considered because of its size and weight. I can keep it on me all the time more easily. We're doing carry on only, so every ounce counts. We can't keep stuff in the rental car, so everything must be carried. And I'm not sure if I'll take a backpack on days we're not hiking. My concern with the LD01 is not enough throw.
Regardless of the choice I'll also have a Fenix E01 when hiking (part of my emergency prep kit).
Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.
The PD32 is my usual for camping, hiking and when I know I'll need a light. The LD01 is used for travel and when I might need a light. We'll also be taking a similar sized flashlight for my wife, based on which Fenix I go with. We have headlamps available, but I don't expect to need a handsfree setup.
I initially was going with the PD32, as it is my usual hiking light. But the LD01 is being considered because of its size and weight. I can keep it on me all the time more easily. We're doing carry on only, so every ounce counts. We can't keep stuff in the rental car, so everything must be carried. And I'm not sure if I'll take a backpack on days we're not hiking. My concern with the LD01 is not enough throw.
Regardless of the choice I'll also have a Fenix E01 when hiking (part of my emergency prep kit).
Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.