Black Diamond Spot 350 Headlamp Outdoor Head Torch

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Avoid touching the lens with your fingers, as oils and residues from your skin can affect light output and clarity. The Tikkina has 2 hours of battery life at max power (250 lumens), 9 hours of battery life at standard power (100 lumens), and 120 hours of battery life at low power (6 lumens). This is less than most of the other headlamps we considered, which is to be expected given the budget cost of the Tikkina. Still, it’s competitive with other headlamps in this price range and is good enough for casual use.

Traveling in the cold? Use lithium batteries, not alkaline or rechargeable options. Alkaline batteries use a chemical reaction that uses a water-based electrolyte. Below freezing, an alkaline battery may have poor performance or not work at all. Rechargeable lithium batteries, like those found in the plug-in headlamps we recommend, may also perform poorly in cold conditions. If you are camping and think temps will be below freezing, consider keeping your headlamp in your sleeping bag to keep the battery from getting cold.

The Spot 350 is Bright

Not all headlamps have a flood light option, but it’s a great function to have for proximity lighting. Best for around camp or in a tent, flood lights cast a wide beam and maximize the view right in front of you. Some headlamps will have two LEDs, one for spot lighting and one for flood lighting, while others (like the Coast FL75R) allow you to shape one single LED into a distance beam or an up-close flood. The Petzl Nao RL strays from the norm with a series of small LEDs that are smartly programmed to deliver proximity, distance, and movement lighting. In their specs, many manufacturers will call out a lamp’s beam distance—for example, the BioLite HeadLamp 325 has an 10-meter flood and a 70-meter spot. The Petzl Actik Core features both a flood and spot beam A headlamp with a red light or dimming feature helps preserve your night vision. This is particularly useful for stargazing, wildlife observation, or maintaining your awareness of your surroundings without blinding yourself or others with a bright white light. Plus, many folks find it is easier to fall asleep at night if they've been using a red light instead of a bright white one. Extended adventures

Remove the batteries before long-term storage. Moisture and sweat can cause battery corrosion and ruin your headlamp (we speak from experience!) Taking good care of your headlamp not only extends its lifespan but also ensures that it functions reliably when you need it the most. Here are some essential tips for proper headlamp maintenance: Keep it clean Average run time and power source: You probably don’t need more than five hours of battery life. That said, almost all of the headlamps we tested ended up running for 10-plus hours. We prioritized headlamps that could use both rechargeable and AAA batteries. Rechargeable batteries are more environmentally costly to manufacture than traditional batteries, but they last longer, creating less waste. Please also consider sharing it using one of the buttons at right and leaving a comment or question at the bottom. Thank you, I really appreciate it. The slender headband is wide enough to remain comfortable for hours, and the battery compartment opens easily with the flip of a small lever, requiring no tools.For those who enjoy nighttime adventures like night hiking or wildlife photography, a headlamp is arguably the most important gear item. The rechargeable CORE battery that comes with the Actik Core is a USB-rechargeable lithium battery that fits in the battery compartment. The CORE battery can be removed and replaced. This means if you carry an extra battery, you don’t have to worry about pass-through charging. You can charge one battery at night while using this Petzl headlamp with the other battery inside. It’s the convenience of AAA batteries without the weight or waste. Let's take a closer look at the two Spot 350* and Storm 400* brand headlamps and see the differences. If your headlamp comes with spare bulbs, O-rings, or other accessories, store them in a place where you'll actually remember them! Consider putting a note for what they are. If you end up losing them or throwing them out, many manufacturers will replace them for free or a small fee.