Hi Fred,
 I've used other brands/models in past, but found the FlipLite
 to be dependable, with parts that hold up.  It's indestructable!
 I use rechargeable ni cad batts from Radio Shack & have found
 these to give best service.

The FlipLite operates on either 2 or 4  batts, depending how much
brightness is preferred.  It gives a couple  hours of lite on good,
fresh,  rechargeable batteries.  It's solid, compact, & doubles as a
quick grab nite lite while sleeping  in the upper bunk.  I sometimes
clip it onto Westy curtains, etc.   Cost about $10.
I found mine in the travel gizmo section of a luggage store.
 Phaedra

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Fred Brittain  Subject: re: reading light
>
< Phaedra,
> > Where did you buy your light? How many hours (minutes) will batteries
> > last? I guess you're using recharge alkaline? I haven't found any
> > solution to reading in the upper  bunk at all so your info would be
> > appreciated.