How about in cold MI winter weather? How long do the batteries last?
778159
Can't speak for MI as I live in CO but it gets pretty cold here and batteries seem to last about 3-4 months in winter and longer in other quarters so I end up changing them twice a year on average.
778160
I dont know how these lights work in cold weather i am a snow bird so I spend winters in warm weather sorye
778161
I do not know. In Virginia, with a more moderate temperature, they lasted throughout the winter.
778162
They last a long time. I am having one that is giving me a little trouble. The battery does not want to sit deep enough in the well. I love them. It keeps your hands free and the lights go on as you pass.
778163
I can't answer for Michigan, but I'm in Missouri and they last all winter long!
778164
I use mind inside. I do not think they are made for the out doors but not sure. You would have to ask the manufacturer.
778165
Don't know how the batteries will hold up in your winters. I have had my lights and have only changes the batteries once. It is in the weather year-round, from 100 plus degree Northeast Texas heat to temps in the low twenties last winter.
1505449
The cold does not affect this battery too much. My wife doesn't ride her scooter during the winter so the battery goes pretty low while just setting there all winter. However, I put a charger on the battery for a few hours and the scooter starts right up. I'm sure a trickle charger would keep it going during the winter but it's not going to be ridden so why keep it charged?
2044780
I really don't know but the manufacturer may be able to help. The other problem is the batteries are charged by sunlight and while I have never had a problem you might during the winter. I really like mine it has worked flawlessly since I installed it.
1310537
I bought an extra battery, but the battery is quick to charge (a few hours) and lasts a LONG time. In fact, I have lost the extra battery recently and will not bother buying another one. Even in the cold the battery is good for at least a few weeks, and that is even with my kids using it for the occasional extended photo-taking session.
1926509
I use the scoreboard in my gym in Costa Rica, so I don't have experience with cold weather. You have to charge the scoreboard for 24 hours before using for a total day, otherwise, if you just plug in the scoreboard w/o prior charging, it will only last for 3-4 hours.
222396
I put mine up, and I changed batteries after about 2 months, maybe more. It was cold at night also. This is pretty good considering the weather conditions.
941265
All of the batteries are still connected and installed in the various vehicles. I've been using it for about two months in fairly cold weather without any issues. Works as stated--so far, so good.
464569
I've had mine for one winter and two summers now. I believe their recommendation is to leave the batteries unplugged, but to charge them up once or twice during the winter. I stored mine in an unheated garage, but I doubt it got below freezing in there. My advice is to take the batteries into the house if you have concerns over the winter. I haven't noticed any degradation in power or longevity in mine. Hope it helps.
181971
I bought 2 about 1 year ago. One has not been used as much as the other and still works fine. The one I used almost every day in Michigan Winters for 1 to 4 hours stopped working in a year.
203491
they're just like other lead-acid batteries and will lose their charge quicker in the cold and also sustain damage. i suggest you find a warmer indoor place for your battery. if you're using it at a ski chalet you can either hook a heater up to keep it warm when you're not there, or just transport it around with you. remember tho it's quite heavy
579711
We bring it in every time, but it would be fine in the cold if you remove the battery. It isn't good for in the snow, but works fine if parking lots have been plowed well.
1546237
We have had six of these units in our home for over a year. We replaced all batteries after approximately one year. One unit is outside in the cold and heat and it's batteries lasted a year. The unit will give a little chime note every three or four minutes when the batteries need to be replaced.
732112
I live in a very cold place, this type (lipo) of battery heats up when in use, but leave out in cold without using will probably ruin them.
2195282
I'm guessing battery life would be dependent on adverse weather it's subjected to. If using within a garage where cold temperatures could creep in, I'd guess much lower than 3 years, maybe less than a year. But who knows. I'd imagine, though, that it shouldn't be so short that it's a hindrance.
234230
Yes I have used mine in the rain and in the snow but cold affects battery life
829939
All batteries get affected by cold. But this is the longest-lasting camera battery I've seen. If you avoid using the flash, the fully charged battery could last you days.
2279032
The coldest mine worked to was just below zero when the batteries died because of the cold. The pictures were still nice though.