As a guy that has been in the outdoors hunting, fishing and camping for 50 years I know you need a really good light source out there from time to time. When I say good light source I mean a real light that you can actually see things you are doing. So I've had to wait 50 years for what I would consider one of the best lights I've ever had the pleasure of using. I know that the package for the Fenix CL30R says it is a Camping Lantern but it is way more than that let me tell you. This light will come in handy around your home if the electricity fails or even in a Hurricane or Flood evacuation kit. It would be great to have one in your truck or car in case something happens out on the road on a dark night. Then of course lets not forget having one for hunting and fishing. From a hunting standpoint it would come in handy for tracking your game or even field dress and skinning your game after dark. From a fishing standpoint this baby has almost too many uses to count. In fact I used it last weekend to get my boat ready to launch and also get everything in its right places for the tournament I was about to fish. Oh and for you night fisherman this light will draw the fish too you. I can't wait for the first good cold front to come through Southeast Texas because I have this crappie hole that I'm going to hit and this light is going to get used!!
There you have all the up front fluff about this light, but lets get down to the nitty gritty facts to back up all the claims I just made. Here are just some of the features of the CL30R:
- Maximum output 650 Lumens with a total of 5 different power settings
- Powered by 1,2 or 3 18650 rechargeable batteries
- Supplies portable power to recharge your phone, tablet or other USB chargeable device
- Provides up to 35 yard diameter lighting
- Waterproof to IPX-7 standards
- Tripod socket for easy attachment to any camera tripod
Before I get into more facts about the CL30R lets chat some about it's size and what comes in the package. As you can see in the picture to the left this light is not very big at all. In fact it will not take up much room in any of the applications I talked about above. It can be where you need it and when you need it without getting in the way when it is not being used. The package comes with three 2600mAh 18650 batteries, a USB charging cable with a Standard USB on one end and a Micro USB on the other, plus they add and extra gasket for the battery compartment lid.
I bet I know one question on your minds right now and that is how long will this light run before it needs to be recharged. Well it will provide you with four and a half hours of run time on the maximum or "Turbo" setting that outputs 650 Lumens on a full charge of the 2600mAh batteries. Think you need more run time on the Turbo setting, well all you have to do is upgrade to 3500mAh batteries and you get a full six hours of run time. On the minimum or "Eco" setting which provides the perfect about of light for a "Night Light" this baby will run for 300 hours on the 2600mAh batteries and an additional 100 hours if you upgrade to the 3500mAh batteries. Now you are not going to need max or minimum lighting all the time so the CL30R has three setting that are in between those. I'm sure you will be able to find just the perfect setting for what every you are doing at the time. Now the other added feature about this great light is not only is it rechargeable from a Micro USB port, but it can be used to charge your cell phone, tablet or other USB chargeable device. Using the standard USB port provided on the light you can connect your device to this light and get the power you need way off the beaten path or out on the lake.
Yes I have used this light for more than preparing the boat for the tournament I spoke about last weekend. The weekend before we had the whole family over for a back yard Barbecue, fire and s'mores eating event. This event happened to turn into a perfect time to try out my CL30R. It put out all the light we needed and more for the evening and night. Everyone loved it and my wife now wants one to keep out at the barn in case the power goes out so she can tend to her horses. As you can see in the picture on the right, from our back yard shindig the CL30R is a lot of light in a very small package. This light puts out as much light as even the best propane lantern and it
is way quieter than any propane lantern. Because the CL30R is
rechargeable it will also be less costly to use than propane lanterns
as well. Plus it doesn't get hot so it isn't a burn and fire hazard like
propane lanterns and it can be used safely inside without the fear of
carbon monoxide poisoning.
There just isn't a whole lot more I can say in closing. If you haven't guessed by now I love this light, then let me state it here, I love this light. It has just so many uses for an outdoors-man like myself, but it will have uses for just about anyone out there reading this review. Even if all you need is a really good light in the house in case the power goes out, or you want a really good light in your evacuation kit, this is your light. I mean look at the picture on the left if you really want a good idea just how bright and effective the CL30R can be for you. This light is 110% approved by me and I will be getting a couple more for myself and of course I have to get one for my wife out at the barn as well. Oh I almost forgot I'll also be needing one or two up at my deer camp cabin as well. I do have to tell you the best place to order one of these lights is
Best Light. That is where I go for all my outdoors lighting needs. They have the best prices and totally awesome costumer services. So don't wait until you need a light like the CL30R, order one today because we both know that the time will come you will need this light. You can also follow Best Light on Twitter at
so you don't miss any of their great deals. OH and I have another reason to for you to order a CL30R from Best Light, you can get 10% off your order by using my special discount code - BHOFISH
Until next time, Tight Lines and Take a Kid Fishing.
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Yes I have used this light for more than preparing the boat for the tournament I spoke about last weekend. The weekend before we had the whole family over for a back yard Barbecue, fire and s'mores eating event. This event happened to turn into a perfect time to try out my CL30R. It put out all the light we needed and more for the evening and night. Everyone loved it and my wife now wants one to keep out at the barn in case the power goes out so she can tend to her horses. As you can see in the picture on the right, from our back yard shindig the CL30R is a lot of light in a very small package. This light puts out as much light as even the best propane lantern and it
is way quieter than any propane lantern. Because the CL30R is
rechargeable it will also be less costly to use than propane lanterns
as well. Plus it doesn't get hot so it isn't a burn and fire hazard like
propane lanterns and it can be used safely inside without the fear of
carbon monoxide poisoning. 
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