Warm weather not only brings more opportunities to sunbathe and swim ... it brings more opportunities to go camping. The one thing you can't go camping without is a flashlight. So to go along with our lighting theme this week we've scoured the web for the coolest flashlights out there. Soon you'll see that a flashlight is no longer just a flashlight.

Solar Dynamo Radio Light, $29.95
This baby does everything and it doesn't even need batteries! Charge it by cranking the arm or leave it in the sun to soak up solar energy. The L.L.Bean gadget receives FM, AM, and all seven NOAA weather stations so you'll never be unprepared when a storm hits. Oh, and let's not forget the built-in cell-phone charger.


Power Plus Penguin Hand Powered Flashlight, $7.63
While you're saving the earth with your solar-powered do-it-all flashlight, teach your kids a little about solar energy with this penguin-shaped flashlight. Simply pump the bird's wings to power the LED light.



Stanley 95-111 Mini Tripod Flashlight, $12.16
"Here, hold the light." Sound familiar? Sick of bringing a buddy along to hold the light while you get stuff done? This flashlight comes with its own tripod for hands-free convenience. Also, a low power indicator light flashes so you're never left in the dark.


Pelican BIG ED 3700 4C Alkaline Firefighter Flashlight, $83.99
This is the big daddy of flashlights - not for the average Joe by any means. Designed for firefighters, this flashlight is unbreakable and on top of that it's chemical, water, and corrosion-proof. Rubber side grips prevent slipping and a stainless steel clip allows hands-free action. A backup emergency light is even stored behind the reflector.

- Kait