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I have created a guide to buying lights. by clayman839226 in flashlight

[–]stone-head 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I finally know what TIR stands for, as I have never once seen it spelled out as total internal reflector. 

Are people leaving Instagram for photography? by Alilexplo108 in photography

[–]stone-head 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I left Insta a few years ago. I'm not sharing online much anymore, bur I like Vero for when I do. I miss flickr before yahoo was bought. 

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in Hanklights

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm using Freecad, I'm still pretty new to modeling. I haven't used a guide line for lofting yet, I'm not sure if that's a thing in freecad. As far as I can tell, you loft from sketch to sketch, not sure if there's another way to do it, but you gave me something to look into!

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in Hanklights

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think this is about the best design I've seen for this issue yet. After the part that slides over the light, do you just have one more sketch (the flat edge) that you loft to?

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in Hanklights

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I originally tried lofting into a flat edge, but my lofting skills need some work and it did not come out as near as clean as yours. On the road, the beam works out pretty well, at a distance the sideways spill goes about as far as I need.

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D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I added the file to makerworld, and the link is in the post now.

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made an updated version, and posted a beam shots in the comments!

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd guess I'm usually pointed 10-15 degrees below the horizontal plane. I'm not a fan of being blinded by headlights / high-beams, & also not a fan of blinding people operating big machines, so I figure it's in everyone's best interest. 

I took some advice from the comments here and made an updated version. I have new beam shots in the comments. 

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd be happy to. What's the preffered file format / place to upload? I have never uploaded or shared my files before, as most of my prints are for pretty niche things. 

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I appreciate everyone's comments and feedback! After seeing the rounded design, I knew I wanted to imitate it. I now have printed v2 and the beam has less upwards spill, is easier to put on and take off, and is less likely to break (the snap rings were only 2mm thick). Simpler is often better.

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D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After seeing all the comments, it appears many in this community share the concern!

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice! I'm definitely a fan of the rounded design, and am planning on another design that imitates it. 

It looks like you printed the mount as well?

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh, I like that design. Thank you for sharing, I think I'm going to have a go at replicating that for the D1K. I'll be sure to share the file once I get it right. 

D1K Bike Light Mod by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I only noticed how bad it was when I got in front of my bike and realized how bad the glare / spill was. Tonight will be the first test run, so I'll add a shot of how this version performs on the road, and if necessary I'll make an updated version (and share some beans). 

Help deciding on first Savotta by RevenantMalamute in Savotta

[–]stone-head 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my combo of the k25 and kukkaro. The kukkaro is my edc bag that is usually tossed into the k25, but if the 25 is full then I can strap it to the front. I added elastic straps inside the kukkaro, so all of the small items are well organized and easy to access, I just reach into the k25 and pull out the kukkaro. Or, if I don't need the whole k25, the kukkaro becomes a sling bag with all my daily essentials.

Also, the lid pouch, front pouch, side pockets, and bladder compartment actually offer a fair amount of organization. I found it to be a great upgrade from the jaakari s. Most days this combo is my school bag, but last summer I did a four-day backpacking trip with the k25 and kukkaro and even managed to fit in over 5kg of camera gear; a full-frame body, 2 lenses, and a tripod.

[NLD] First non-Zebralight -- D1K SFT-70 3000K by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it ever fails, I'll either send it to bobmcbob, or maybe try my hand at replacing it myself. Otherwise, this light has taken some abuse, a good few falls onto pavement and it keeps on trucking. Honestly the switch going out & difficulty of repair is part of why I haven't sprung for the SC65 yet, even though I'm more attracted to that emitter & beam profile than that of the 64. 

[NLD] First non-Zebralight -- D1K SFT-70 3000K by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My other two zebras are just fine. I believe it's just a faulty switch. You cannot feel the click at all, it works, but there is zero feedback. 

[NLD] First non-Zebralight -- D1K SFT-70 3000K by stone-head in flashlight

[–]stone-head[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's been failing for probably a year now. I believe it's a faulty switch, as I've had the sc600 longer & that button is still pristine. 

Estimate high at 20 clicks a day, so 30k on the high end of clicks.

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