I would be careful with rechargeables because of past crash problems. If you use rechargeables, don't let them drain lower than 25 percent. I use high quality name brand batteries that I purchase in bulk. Just my opinion, Judy -----Original Message----- From: bookcourier-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:bookcourier-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Andrew Ireland Sent: Monday, February 20, 2006 11:53 AM To: bookcourier@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [bookcourier] Best type of Batteries for the bookcourier Hi All, Not had my BC for long so looking for information on Batteries. What would you all recommend for normal type Batteries and rechargeables. I had some NIMH Batteries here but I didn't get long out of them. Many thanks in advance for any information Andrew