http://www.coastportland.com/articles Get the latest articles on the newest LED technology Mon, 20 May 2013 23:29:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/tool-skool-video-review-of-the-coast-hl7-headlamp/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/tool-skool-video-review-of-the-coast-hl7-headlamp/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:00:43 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=1135 Brad Staggs, TookSkool.com writer and HGTVpro.com product reviewer, has taken a spin in the Coast HL7 Headlamp and put together a great video review of what he calls this “Cadillac of headlamps.”]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/tool-skool-video-review-of-the-coast-hl7-headlamp/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/coast-led-headlamps-give-needed-light-to-mercy-ships-engineers/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/coast-led-headlamps-give-needed-light-to-mercy-ships-engineers/#comments Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:50:12 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=1118 COAST Products has recently received new information from Mercy Ships’ representatives about recent use of the LED headlamps by the engineering crew on the Africa Mercy in Sierra Leone. It seems the ship engineers have been happy to have the hands-free headlamps for cleaning out the ship’s various water tanks. The Mercy Ships’ engineers are [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/coast-led-headlamps-give-needed-light-to-mercy-ships-engineers/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/4-led-headlamp-features-to-understand/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/4-led-headlamp-features-to-understand/#comments Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:00:43 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=958 Knowing how to choose an LED headlamp can be tricky business. LED headlamps are available in a wide variety of price ranges and can be used in many different situations, each with its own unique lighting requirements. In order to choose the best headlamp for your needs, it’s helpful to understand the different features of [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/4-led-headlamp-features-to-understand/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamps-and-5-unexpected-uses/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamps-and-5-unexpected-uses/#comments Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:38:36 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=900 Even if you are not the outdoorsy type, LED headlamps are more useful than you may think. Unlike a flashlight, a headlamp gives you the ability to complete tasks hands-free, which is advantageous for several tasks. If you do any of the following activities, an LED headlamp can help make your life easier: Walking or [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamps-and-5-unexpected-uses/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/headlamp-car-maintenance-tasks/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/headlamp-car-maintenance-tasks/#comments Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:14:30 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=890 A common problem with car maintenance is a lack of illumination. Not being able to see what you are doing can make it seem like it is easier to take a car to a mechanic for even the simplest tasks. An LED headlamp or an LED flashlight can help you complete basic car maintenance tasks [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/headlamp-car-maintenance-tasks/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-etiquette-tips-for-outdoorsmen/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-etiquette-tips-for-outdoorsmen/#comments Sun, 29 May 2011 17:00:01 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=748 Outdoor enthusiasts love LED headlamps. You can strap one onto your forehead and then forget about it while you go about your nighttime business bathed in powerful light. What outdoor enthusiasts don’t love, however, is an LED headlamp in the hands of someone who lacks the outdoor experience to use it respectfully. Many people who [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-etiquette-tips-for-outdoorsmen/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-tips-for-choosing/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-tips-for-choosing/#comments Sat, 28 May 2011 17:00:55 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=740 LED headlamps are one of the latest accessories to gain popularity among outdoor enthusiasts and those who like to work with their hands. These headlamps come equipped with light emitting diodes, or LED lights, which provide a brighter light than traditional lights used in headlamps. LED lights use less battery power than traditional flashlights, thus [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-headlamp-tips-for-choosing/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-lights-for-bicycles/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-lights-for-bicycles/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 22:00:32 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=662 As people are increasingly choosing to rely on bicycles as their primary mode of transportation, more and more cyclists are now sharing the road with cars. Because bicyclists are more vulnerable to injury than motorists, it’s important to practice proper bicycle safety in order to remain safe and avoid life-threatening accidents. One of the key [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/led-lights-for-bicycles/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/3-compact-led-lights-for-tight-packing/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/3-compact-led-lights-for-tight-packing/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:33:03 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=530 An LED flashlight can come in handy in many situations. However, big, bulky flashlights aren’t always appropriate, especially when you’re traveling. Luckily for you, Coast has three compact LED lights that are perfect for hikers, bikers, and anyone that wants to lighten their load. 1.      Nano Tac Torch LED Flashlight The tiny Nano Tac Torch [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/3-compact-led-lights-for-tight-packing/feed/ 0 http://www.coastportland.com/articles/7-handy-uses-for-an-led-headlamp/ http://www.coastportland.com/articles/7-handy-uses-for-an-led-headlamp/#comments Fri, 25 Mar 2011 18:35:11 +0000 admin http://www.coastportland.com/articles/?p=580 An LED flashlight is not only an essential camping staple, but it’s useful in many other situations for its ability to shine a powerful, focused beam directly where it’s needed most. However, anyone who’s had to change a flat tire at night knows even the handiest LED flashlight can’t hold itself. When hands-free light is [...]]]> http://www.coastportland.com/articles/7-handy-uses-for-an-led-headlamp/feed/ 1