/r/flashlights enthusiasts doing attacks on power substations to get a chance to use their flashlights
i wonder what happened with those power substation stories, did it ever come out who was doing it or did it just get buried
right wingers pissed trump lost, although as a larger trend it goes back to 2014.
Anti-civ anarchists were passing out zines on how to disable substations with a rifle back in the day. If I had to put money on it I’d guess those guys.
That fucking sub cost me a shit ton of money. But because of the lights I have now, I’ve rescued a dog that got out at night, and adverted collateral car accidents from an initial collision on a moonless night. A good flashlight is really valuable.
What flashlight should someone who can’t be bothered to research anything buy?
Depends on your needs.
What do you intend to use it for? Do you need it to be small and light? Do you need it to be waterproof? Do you want built in charging? Do you want a “hot rod” that can be programmed and literally start fires, or just basic use?
If I could only choose one, I’d go with the Skillhunt H04 RC with the neutral tint high CRI emitter. It’s a right angle light with a magnet in the tail and comes with a headband to use as a headlamp. Sightly programmable, plenty bright or dim, good battery life, built in charger and waterproof. It checks pretty much every box of practicality.
It’s both parts dorky and endearing to see people getting so excited for getting to show off their hobby.
When I was younger there was a while where there were a lot of power outages for a couple hours. I wouldn’t wish anything more than an hour of power down to anyone. The night sky was dope, tho
It does feel good when you’re able to say “fear not, citizen, I have just the tool!”
Also before I started reading I thought that was a screenshot from a survival horror game.
Such a rush when you’re finally able to help people with something you’re prepared for that most people aren’t. A huge storm hit the place I was living a few years back and took out power and data lines. It was so exciting to be able to help people clear downed trees out and restore services.
ayy turn that shit off this is my one opportunity to steal food
