Alternative to Hydro-glow

[rango]

i dont know what expenses is incurred into makin em, but the cost is a big drawback for this light . the price is gonna have to come down before it becomes a popular item like the qbeams. I just dont see folks that run in my crowd paying that much for it. but that dont mean its not a well made and durable light. i havent used it for nightstalking crappie to amount to anything yet so cant say much on it in that dept yet..

[Jumping Cholla Jigs]

The price issue is one we can all understand but frankly technology does not come cheap and a 30% markup is pretty darn low. The only reason we developed the Aurora was to do a better job at attracting baitfish with a superior light. We have done so! I know not everyone will run out and buy one and thats just fine, but we have a very good product at a fair cost for the quality provided. I'm certain rango would speak honest about it which is why I asked him to check it out. I also knew he would be our biggest critic so we gave him a light to play with. I asked him to be as hard on it as he could and trust that he is indeed doing so. The one thing that is so hard for most to beleive about it is just how much light the three tiny led's produce. These are no where near the same led's that you have ever seen before.

As for coverage... The light puts out a 360 degree spread of light at 180 degrees to its lens. If you picture a globe cut in half you can get an idea of how wide that is. Placed near the surface it will cover a much greater area than any floating headlamp which is focussed by its built in reflector. Most say they like that about it since none of the light is being wasted causing glare pointing toward the boat.

[plugneck]

I just ordered two AquaStar lights from Fishing Lights Etc. They have a replaceable halogen bulb, a clear replaceable globe for white light, a green or blue sleeve for colored light, and a lifetime warranty. There are several models but the lights I ordered are 600,000 candle power. It cost $69.00 for two lights with green sleeves, 3 replacement bulbs, and two spare globes. Shipping was included in the price. They have a pretty good website, also. I have never used the and not necessarily recommending them but the Qbeam and Optronics lights seem to last me just a couple trips before breaking so these look light a good alternative. I'll give a report when I use them. The JCJ LED lights mentioned earlier look really good and I would like to have one but like the others I cannot afford over $100.00 for just one light.

[suey]

the aurora lights are impressive folks

[snowman]

Check this site out www.wcnet.net/adc/greenlite.htm. I have made a couple of these. Very good lights and very low draw on the battery. The only thing I change is the bulb. I prefer a white light instead of green.

[crip47]

I have two hydroglows and like them but they cost to much. One needs to be repaired and they want $95 to replace a $8 bulb. I talked to the guy at this link and I was impressed with him. I think he said it would be about $110 to complete it. Thats alot better then hydroglow. http://www.wcnet.net/adc/greenlite.htm. If I was to get another tube type it would be from him. I've also talked to JCJ and have been whating on some reviews. I tend to like it because it's not very big and also has very good on the juice.

[bttmline]

I am sorry about missing your questions about the light I have. I have not replaced any bulbs yet and not sure if you can even get them. The one I bought was way less than $100. I will look up my purchase and find out what I paid exactly and the seller's name
Tim

[bttmline]

OK, I located the company website. www.fishinglightsetc.com They are called aquastar lights and they have different sizes and can purchase exta bulbs. Again sorry I missed your questions earlier.
Tim

[ShilohRed]

The price issue is one we can all understand but frankly technology does not come cheap and a 30% markup is pretty darn low. The only reason we developed the Aurora was to do a better job at attracting baitfish with a superior light. We have done so! I know not everyone will run out and buy one and thats just fine, but we have a very good product at a fair cost for the quality provided. I'm certain rango would speak honest about it which is why I asked him to check it out. I also knew he would be our biggest critic so we gave him a light to play with. I asked him to be as hard on it as he could and trust that he is indeed doing so. The one thing that is so hard for most to beleive about it is just how much light the three tiny led's produce. These are no where near the same led's that you have ever seen before.

As for coverage... The light puts out a 360 degree spread of light at 180 degrees to its lens. If you picture a globe cut in half you can get an idea of how wide that is. Placed near the surface it will cover a much greater area than any floating headlamp which is focussed by its built in reflector. Most say they like that about it since none of the light is being wasted causing glare pointing toward the boat.

I believe the lights will catch on. But like other stuff ( Humminbird 987c SI depthfinder) Until a few gets them. And then shows how well they work. Then they will fly fast.
Good luck and I for one will be watching your light .
Pete