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Hi Backers!

I have not made a video update in awhile. I'm a little rusty... 

First, I have been shipping international units. The process and the customs report is tedious. But I am figuring it out and being careful not to loose units in the mail.

Second, I am working on distribution and making the jump to full fledged product. The good news is this will mean more product support but it also means full fledged retail pricing too. If you were thinking about getting another FLEX get it now at www.hexbright.com!!

Third (and I did not mention this in the video), I am still continually making improvements to the part quality and the assembly process. I have incorporated a lot of the early feedback to make a better quality FLEX.

Last, and as always, thank you for your continued support!

Christian

First, last Thursday I started international shipping. Specifically, I sent a very small batch of lights to Canada to see if there would be a problem with the customs paperwork. I emailed the recipients and asked them to let me know when the lights arrive. Based on all my minor and major US shipping issues I plan to contact a small group in each country, ship a few, and make sure there are no customs surprises.  

Second, after building the initial large batch of FLEX I changed up the assembly to include thread-locker on the rear tailcap. During that time I looked at a variety of loctite applicators and methods. Well, I could not help myself and designed my own super-simple way to apply thread-locker or any other chemical using that common commercial plastic thread. This is completely off tangent but if you want one of these items for your home garage or hobby room please go to www.hexbright.com.

Last, thanks!

Christian

Hi Backers!

First, I apologize for the update silence. I have had my head down and just getting FLEX's built and shipped. As a result, this week we will have almost all FLEX and etched FLEX shipped out to our US backers. Next up I will be shipping to the international backers and the PRIME backers.

Second, I have left-over batteries. If you want a spare battery please order one today at www.hexbright.com.

Last, and always, thank you for your support!

Christian

Hi Backers!

As promised, I posted a tutorial video on how to replace the rear o-ring. See below.

Again, if you want a replacement o-ring please mail a self addressed and stamped envelope to 793 E Foothill STE 131, San Luis Obispo, CA, US, 93405 with a note telling me how many o-rings you need. 

If you like your light pattern there is no need to send me a self addressed stamped envelope. 

Thanks,

Christian

Early Happy New Year Everyone!

To recap, Black, Silver and Green FLEX have started shipping.

I do not have Blue or Red FLEX to ship yet. They are being loaded with electronics and then need to be assembled and shipped to you.

I recently took a family vacation which slowed things down. This is frustrating for backers still waiting for their lights, especially considering that the FLEX reviews have been very good so far. Except for one point. Some units have a "clover-leaf" dark spot in the light pattern. If you don't know what I mean, you don't have this problem with your FLEX. If you do notice it, you know what I mean.

This is not acceptable.

I will not settle for less and I spent part of my holiday break working out this issue. I have a solution and a method .

First, the solution- I am replacing the o-ring at the back of the carrier for a better fitting o-ring. This either eliminates the clover leaf or greatly reduces it to the point where you only notice it at a few inches.

Second, the method- if you have a black, silver or green FLEX with the dark spot please send me a self addressed and stamped envelope to 793 E Foothill STE 131, San Luis Obispo, CA, US, 93405 with a note telling me how many o-rings you need. I will send you a new o-ring for each FLEX you have and will put up an instructional youtube video how to put it in. If you like your light pattern there is no need to send me a self addressed stamped envelope. If you are still waiting for your red or blue FLEX you need not worry- we are making the change before shipping those. This is one benefit for coming after the initial wave.

Third, no pussy-footing around here. I am embarrassed by the problem but not to the point where I will ignore it. I am committed to fixing it. My method of asking you to send me a self-addressed stamped envelope is inconvenient on your part but I hope you will understand where I'm coming from- we are all doing this together. 

With thanks,

Christian