7D replacement batteries recomendations

[StRoRo]

Hi,

I have finally bit the bullet and bought a 7D. Well its a Chrismas present really.

I will need a spare battery to go with it. Which do you recomend?
Canon ones seem to be so expensive and there are lots of 3rd party ones out there ranging in price.
My Dad uses Hahnel batteries and says they last longer than his official Canon ones which stopped working after 2 years.

Can any one suggest a good 3rd party battery for the Canon 7D?

[Vectisbirder]

I also use a Hahnel battery as a spare for my 7D. Hahnel batteries are just as good as the Canon ones.

[The_Moaner]

If you be in uk then 7dayshop.com has them for about £9.99
The camera reads them and you can charge them in canons charger.