Light, strike and screech at the bad guys
By Judi Dash
The security-minded folks at Brite Strike create "tactical" flashlights engineered not just to light your way but also to function as self-defense weapons against would-be attackers.
Crenelated "strike crowns" at both ends of the metal flashlights can inflict maximum damage on bad guys.
With the push of a button, the bright, 65-lumen light can be switched from high to steady high or low beam, or high-intensity strobe mode to temporarily blind or disorient an attacker.
The special Lightning Strike Personal Protect System combines a clip-on, 4-inch-long flashlight (designed for easy grip by women and men with smaller hands), with a small but painfully shrill push-button safety alarm with a hand strap and key chain.
Buyers are directed to a website that demonstrates how to pack the meanest punch in a pinch.
Lightning Strike Personal Protection System, $79.50, frontgate.com or 888-263-9850
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Label Buddy, for making labels while you travel
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A toothbrush sanitizer for two
Luggage tags with pizzazz
Soft socks for flip-flips and sandals
A Doublewide sleeping bag for cuddling comfortably
Pocket organizers for cars hold cell phones, credit cards
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