Thanks everyone - keep the comments coming. Ruining the view is probably not an adverse effect as it relates to recreational surfcasting but I'll be sure to bring it up. I can relate to SteveK comment during the construction process - they were very bright - many nights I could walk the shore with little need for a neck light.
On a somewhat goofy note they have given me a new excuse for my lack of success in catching striped bass on Block. Maybe they will become the "banana on the boat excuse" for surfcasters
