I have been through a ton of headlamps. 15 years ago or so I purchased a Black Diamond headlamp which I payed big bucks for.......$80 if I remember correctly. Within a year I was not happy with it and swore the brand off.

Then I picked up some 5 different Princeton Tech lights and found them lacking in durability and features which worked as advertised. Throw in that their customer service is basically non existent (they wouldn't even answer my emails concerning repairs) and they lost my business.

So I went back to Black Diamond and picked up a Storm Headlamp which I have had for a couple years now. I recently acquired another one (I like flashlights) and couldn't be more pleased. All things considered, features, durability, locking mechanism to prevent accidental on as well as price and I am left with the impression that the Storm is the best all around headlamp...........at least so far. What say you?

I have a couple Storms. I gave up on the other Black Diamond models. Their customer service is great; I had 3 of them replaced. I had a bad circuit board, a bad switch, and a burned out bulb. What I don't like about them is the switch. They are too easy to turn on inside a pack. When you need it the battery is dead. I keep going back to my Petzl. It has a nice hard sided case to protect it and it has every thing that I need in a light. I use my Storm around the house, shop and when car camping. I use my Petzl when paddling.

My BD Storm is superb. A step above my previous Petzl Tikka XP2 which I had thought was as good as it got. That one is now my wife's. ;-) When packing, I take the batteries out. Or stow it somewhere it isn't packed so tightly, like a life jacket pocket or food barrel.

I have a Storm and a Revolt (rechargeable). Definitely among my favorites. I've taken the Revolt on three trips, and it's worked well so far. However, I'm still nervous enough about the rechargeable feature I wouldn't take it w/o a backup, which I typically have along with anyway.

I love my storm as well. The locking feature was the selling point for me because I always had the problem of having a light turn on in a pack and then no batteries left when I wanted it. It also has held up great in the middle of cold winters and the beam goes plenty far. Also great for night bike rides.

quote Northwoodsman: "I have a couple Storms. When you need it the battery is dead. "

You can prevent accidental power-on with the Black Diamond Storm. Hold the switch down for five seconds, the indicator led will flash- and you've "locked" your headlamp from accidental power on. To unlock hold the power switch down for five seconds.

quote Banksiana: "

quote Northwoodsman: "I have a couple Storms. When you need it the battery is dead. "

You can prevent accidental power-on with the Black Diamond Storm. Hold the switch down for five seconds, the indicator led will flash- and you've "locked" your headlamp from accidental power on. To unlock hold the power switch down for five seconds."

Indeed and is one of the reasons I consider the Storm the all around best light. There are quite a few functions to become familiar with if one but takes the time.

quote mastertangler: "... I am left with the impression that the Storm is the best all around headlamp...........at least so far. What say you? "

I have several Black Diamond Spot and one of the previous generation Black Diamond Storm. I found that the extra size and weight of the Storm weren't worth packing when compared to the Spot. (Backpacking mentality)

Many reviews of the new LED Storm complain about the persistent hum or buzz emitted at higher brightness settings on the Storm. Has this been an issue with your Storm?

quote Banksiana: "

quote Northwoodsman: "I have a couple Storms. When you need it the battery is dead. "

You can prevent accidental power-on with the Black Diamond Storm. Hold the switch down for five seconds, the indicator led will flash- and you've "locked" your headlamp from accidental power on. To unlock hold the power switch down for five seconds."

Seems to me I recall reading that one on the cheat sheet but I've apparently not been retaining all of the Storm's many secret codes. Just my luck, I'd lock it and then forget how to unlock it on that first night in camp... but thanks for the reminder. Maybe I'll have to take a class. :-)

I have an Energizer

I've owned Princeton-Tec headlamps in the past, and have also used BDs and Petzls. I've now "graduated" to more serious lights (currently using a Fenix HL60r). It runs on a single 18650 Li Ion, has USB charging, has more brightness modes (6), gets way brighter (950 lumens!!), and lasts longer than any of the above brands' lights. It's compact/light, waterproof (within reason), and easily found for about $75. Seriously, the name brand lights you see in stores like REI do not compare.

One last thing. Those 18650 Li Ion batteries are also awesome for lots of things ranging from bike lights to running your sonar unit in the BWCA...

We've got two BD Storm headlamps. Had them fir about 5 + years now with no problems. They put out a lot of light. We use them for both canoe camping and backpacking trips plus they go along on snowshoeing hikes as we have been out in some late hikes.

I think it all depends on what you're using it for, and can't name a 'perfect' lamp.
I ski in the winter with a Petzl NAO, use older tikkas for paddle trips. Each is inappropriate for the other task.

Both LED and L-ion battery technology is improving very quickly though, so you can get more powerful lamps for cheap. Lumen power and battery life will take a backseat while the 'better' lamps will be the most durable, useable, and with the best design features. I think this is what the OP is saying, too.

quote HotDog: "I've owned Princeton-Tec headlamps in the past, and have also used BDs and Petzls. I've now "graduated" to more serious lights (currently using a Fenix HL60r). It runs on a single 18650 Li Ion, has USB charging, has more brightness modes (6), gets way brighter (950 lumens!!), and lasts longer than any of the above brands' lights. It's compact/light, waterproof (within reason), and easily found for about $75. Seriously, the name brand lights you see in stores like REI do not compare.


One last thing. Those 18650 Li Ion batteries are also awesome for lots of things ranging from bike lights to running your sonar unit in the BWCA..."

Trouble maker. I am now the proud owner of a Fenix HL60r. I have one of their hand helds and am very impressed with it. Soon I will be posting why the Fenix HL60r is the "best" headlamp (LOL). I think I might be a flashlight slut. My Pastor has a wrist mounted Surefire light which resembles a watch. That was way cool as well. But he is into all things tactical being a professional body guard as well as advanced firearms instructor.

quote HotDog: "I've owned Princeton-Tec headlamps in the past, and have also used BDs and Petzls. I've now "graduated" to more serious lights (currently using a Fenix HL60r). It runs on a single 18650 Li Ion, has USB charging, has more brightness modes (6), gets way brighter (950 lumens!!), and lasts longer than any of the above brands' lights. It's compact/light, waterproof (within reason), and easily found for about $75. Seriously, the name brand lights you see in stores like REI do not compare.


One last thing. Those 18650 Li Ion batteries are also awesome for lots of things ranging from bike lights to running your sonar unit in the BWCA..."

Wish I hadn’t read this thread lol must resist

quote timatkn: "

quote HotDog: "I've owned Princeton-Tec headlamps in the past, and have also used BDs and Petzls. I've now "graduated" to more serious lights (currently using a Fenix HL60r). It runs on a single 18650 Li Ion, has USB charging, has more brightness modes (6), gets way brighter (950 lumens!!), and lasts longer than any of the above brands' lights. It's compact/light, waterproof (within reason), and easily found for about $75. Seriously, the name brand lights you see in stores like REI do not compare.



One last thing. Those 18650 Li Ion batteries are also awesome for lots of things ranging from bike lights to running your sonar unit in the BWCA..."

Wish I hadn’t read this thread lol must resist"

OMG, me too! FENIX (though the one mastertangler has is waterproof, so maybe a better value.)

After I took the plunge with the Fenix I did some further investigating (somehow that seems out of order, hmmmm, anyways ;-) and the Fenix light is indeed waterproof and more so I believe than the Storm (the Fenix being submersible to something like 6ft). I also watched a few Utube videos reviewing the light. Positives include mega lighting of up to 950 lumens but also several other options including red light and down as low as 5 lumens. Rechargeable is also a great feature. The light has an aluminum body and is quite likely more durable than plastic headlamps.

Negatives were that the light is made of metal (aluminum) and therefore heavier. Perhaps not such a good backpacking option. Another comment which I read twice is that the base plate which rests against your forehead is hard plastic and the width of the light makes it a bit uncomfortable against a bare forehead, digging in as it were. It would be fine with a hat or helmet or if you were a blockhead ;-)

I dearly want to climb Mt Rainier when I hit 60 and I am pretty sure the Fenix will be the light I will take. I will likely also take it this summer canoeing, Lord willing, and leave the hand held 950 lumen light at home. Thus just having 2 lights instead of 3.

Howard the Fenix which you have linked to is not the light which had been mentioned. Here is what I purchased as per HotDogs recommendation.

Fenix HL60r

I guess I let my enthusiasm rub off a little... oops.

Seriously though, the HL60r is a great light. As stated above however, some people have complained about the backing plate being uncomfortable against the forehead, but I haven't really had a problem with it yet (maybe it's the shape of my head??). Also, the weight with a battery in it is 155g, compared to the 110g of the BD storm. It's probably overkill for some situations, but I find it to be suited for most conditions.

storm owner here. very brite, love it. also have a fenix flashlight. mini. very brite.

When the last flashlight thread came up it seems like I was the only one touting the Fenix HL60R on here. Glad to see others now picking it up as well. ;) I agree it's probably the best headlamp out there right now. I've used it for mountaineering, canyoneering, canoeing, rafting, hunting, backpacking, caving- just about everything. Only drawback is the weight, but when you consider the battery life and power the weight seems much more reasonable. The light color is a bit warmer than most other LED headlamps as well which is nice.

I still keep my old petzls around too and they are really great lights (I actually like the mode selection interface better on the petzl to be honest). I have a couple of the old XP+2s with the core rechargeable batteries. Those were the bees knees before the hl60r came along.

quote mastertangler: "
I dearly want to climb Mt Rainier when I hit 60 and I am pretty sure the Fenix will be the light I will take. I will likely also take it this summer canoeing, Lord willing, and leave the hand held 950 lumen light at home. Thus just having 2 lights instead of 3. "

I climbed Gannett with it this year. It'll be plenty of light for Rainier. I'm actually planning to do Rainier in winter next year (The AAI Denali prep course) and it's the light I'll be taking for that as well.

quote keth0601: "

quote mastertangler: "
I dearly want to climb Mt Rainier when I hit 60 and I am pretty sure the Fenix will be the light I will take. I will likely also take it this summer canoeing, Lord willing, and leave the hand held 950 lumen light at home. Thus just having 2 lights instead of 3. "

I climbed Gannett with it this year. It'll be plenty of light for Rainier. I'm actually planning to do Rainier in winter next year (The AAI Denali prep course) and it's the light I'll be taking for that as well."

I worked at Paradise Inn for 3 summers as a waiter and became friends with a few of the RMI Guides. They offered to take me one on one up to the top but I declined. Not sure why. I have been to Camp Muir several times including a two day mid winter venture on snowshoes from Longmire to Muir. Be careful on that Mountain in winter.......I have been on the glacier during a whiteout and I could barely see 3 ft.

Denali would be a dream! That is what you are gearing up for with this winter attempt? How cool is that! First things first for me..........I will sign up with RMI and go with a group and take one of their 2 or 3 day seminars which then go on to include a summit attempt. I was surprised that you have to book at least a year out.

Fenix showed up today........a few first impressions.

Its fairly large as far as headlamps go and it weighs a bit. You can tell its a serious light but one has to determine priorities. If you want a tank of a light with super brightness (950) then its for you. If you just need the occasional light around camp at night and don't see it as a possible bear deterrent or night time paddling aid then stick with the 350 lumens like the Storm.

I used to bring both.......a 950 handheld and a Storm but now will likely just bring the Fenix.

As per being uncomfortable I put it on and wondered what the heck those who complained were talking about. Seemed perfectly fine to me. Not even a little uncomfortable. Probably has to do with the shape of the owners forehead would be my guess.

Sounds great but a 1000 lumens

1000 wow
A have a Princton Apex at 350 lumens and that is one bright light. It would be neat to maybe have The Fenix in a huge flood light skiing or something.

Tempted to buy but it is something I don't need,but that hasn't stopped me before.

Is Fenix that well built compared to others?

Plenty on the inter web concerning reviews Pinetree including Utube. Yea i'm with you..........but you sound like you could actually USE it. I got it because I LIKED it and now I'm looking at it wondering why I bought this? I have 2 Storm lights already stashed away in various places. It will probably end up being my new tripping light since it is rechargeable and I usually have a solar panel along.

used to buy the petzl brand, but got tired of them breaking and cracking under (for me) normal conditions. Now I use 2 brands: Zebra Light and Nitecore. Both have aluminum bodies, multiple modes, and so far have been bombproof while hunting, fishing, camping, and canoeing. The Zebra Light AA is almost as light as the plastic headlamps with a lot more features than most. The Nitecore is a bit heavier and more robust and varies from 1 to 1000 lumens. Never going back to the plastics.

Yup I'm totally with you Shawhh........Petzyls are crap IMO and their customer service is even worse. Although the Storms have a plastic housing they are just so much better engineered than the Petzyls. Frankly I would be surprised if I broke one.

The Fenix is aluminum...........If I needed a light for particularly rugged conditions it would definitely fit the bill.

"I think it all depends on what you're using it for" . . .

This quote from muddyfeet kind of sums it up for me. I don't really use mine for much other than a little light occasionally to "trip" (pun warning) to the latrine after dark, look for something in the tent, or read a little. None of these requires really bright light or is long enough to eat up batteries in a hurry. I put in new batteries to start each trip and have never had to replace them during a trip, even 12-day trips in late Sept. My Princeton Tech (Scout?) has been enough for 15-20 years and still works fine, although they did get me a Black Diamond Spot for Christmas. It worked fine, but is really a little more "light" (pun warning) than I need. I don't really need an expensive, complicated, super-bright, battery-eating headlamp, but that might change some time, so it's good to read these threads anyway.

I'm with Boonie.

We use a Snow Peak GigaPower lantern in camp for illuminating camp chores and such. The head lamp is more for trips to the latrine and getting ready to sleep once in the tent. I don't want something super bright for that job.

I bought the Black Diamond Moji lantern last year and haven't taken it camping yet, but I have used it around the house for power outages and it's pretty impressive for the size.

I usually also carry a compact flashlight for more serious illumination needs.

My Petzl Tikka lamps have been awesome for most of the time I've been using headlamps. I think if I needed a new one any time soon, I might get the Pixa 3 Pro.

Buck I have broken two Tikka headlamps right where the hinge for the battery compartment is just by dropping it on the pavement. Then try and get them fixed. I think I may have erroneously implicated Princeton tech earlier but the Tikka model and the "Fizz" are made by Petzl are they not? Those are the lights I had trouble with (the "Fizz" drained batteries continuously).

I pretty much don't "need" a super bright light either. On the other hand I usually go solo for close to a month at a time. I like the concept of putting 950 lumens of light into a problem bears eyes should the need arise. I guess I am just used to having a powerful spotlight when I am in the woods at night. When we used to coon hunt I could burn the tops of the trees out.

Unlike BuckFlicks, I don't take a lantern or any other light than the headlamp, which I try to use as little as possible to preserve my night vision and actually enjoy sitting there in the dark and looking at the sky. I do usually have all my camp chores done by dark.

MT, how often do you have to replace/recharge batteries on a 3-4 week trip? I'm contemplating a trip longer than 2 weeks.

Also do you think the 950 lumens would be more effective with a bear than a strobe or an air horn? I'm thinking if I was going to carry a much heavier light just as bear deterrent, I'd probably just carry bear spray.

MT, yep... that hinge/joint has ALWAYS concerned me. It seems very flimsy - it's definitely the weak point of the whole contraption. Fortunately, I haven't had one give out yet but it's always on my mind.

That's why I think I'll get the Pixa... the tilting mechanism looks a lot more sturdy.

We usually paddle (or hike) all day and start setting camp later in the afternoon, so we're doing a few things at dusk, though we're mostly set up by sun down, but dinner and such are done after dark for the most part. We rarely start a fire, so the tiny lantern serves the purpose well.

The other tiny flashlight very rarely gets used. It's more of an insurance policy for serious situations after dark. It's awesome, though. The size of a marks-a-lot marker, and will light up my entire half acre back yard, or zoom in and light up a tree at the other end of the block.

A person needs a tiny light as well as a main. I use the tiny light a bit more often than I would like to relieve myself. Plus, as Buck has mentioned it is an insurance policy. I did one trip where the only light I had brought "turned itself on" while in my pack and was deader than a door nail when I went to use it. That was going to be sort of a big deal for me until my partner handed me his tiny back up light.

Boonie I got the idea of shining a 950 lumen light in a bears eyes from a contributor to BWJ. He has never given a clue that he had any bear concerns but he carries the bright torch none the less. Makes sense, pop that sort of beam into their face and I think they would have a hard time figuring out where you are. Bonnie I have the light, bear spray and sleep within reach of my hatchet (can't use spray in a tent) LOL. Paranoid? Who me? OK, maybe a bit but I still go...........and alone for a long time. I challenge anyone to read "Bear attacks, causes and Avoidance" and not come away with a different perspective of what can, and has happened. I don't give a rip about greater chance of driving up there or getting hit by lightning etc. etc.

Boonie I keep convincing myself that I will do a bunch of night trolling but I'm usually so wiped out by dark that I just crash and hardly use the light at all......so one set of batteries does just fine ;-) Maybe this summer I will man up and do some night fishing.

quote BuckFlicks: "The other tiny flashlight very rarely gets used. It's more of an insurance policy for serious situations after dark. It's awesome, though. The size of a marks-a-lot marker, and will light up my entire half acre back yard, or zoom in and light up a tree at the other end of the block. "

What brand and model is it?

MT, I have heard of the idea of the light - both bright and strobe as deterrent, but don't remember if either was based on any actual experience. I'm also sure that you are also aware as a soloist that we are more at risk than as a member of a group, so it bears ;) thinking about.

quote boonie: "MT, I have heard of the idea of the light - both bright and strobe as deterrent, but don't remember if either was based on any actual experience. I'm also sure that you are also aware as a soloist that we are more at risk than as a member of a group, so it bears ;) thinking about. "

Good point. I have never heard of a bear being deterred via a bright light. But 950 lumens is very bright......I wouldn't want it in my eyes. Things which we would think would scare or deter a bear might not really work that well. When that bear hit my food pack on Sawbill I had a motion detector alarm which let off a piercing alarm and flashing light. That bear only paused for about 10 seconds before getting down to the business of eating my oats and snickers bars. I probably woke the entire lake up as it kept going off while the bear munched. Didn't bother that bear in the least.

I don't expect a bear in camp but if I do I want a feeling of empowerment. I liken bears to nothing more than a big dog. They can sense vulnerability.

I'll offer a few words in defense of the Petzl Pikka2. I've had mine long enough I can't recall when I got it -- maybe 10 years ago? I've used it hiking and camping in all kinds of temps and at home to light up repair jobs in dark corners. It "lives" in the main compartment of a tool bag where it bangs around with hammers, wrenches and all kinds of greasy junk, so it gets lots of abuse. It has yet to fail me, although the headband is pretty stretched out.

In camp, I run either the dim red, or the low-power white setting. I occasionally use full power on a trail. I do use the strobe to alert traffic if I'm running or walking on a rural road.

Maybe it will quit working one of these days so I can get a new one.

Dave

Boonie, it's a Go-Volt. They apparently don't sell my model anymore. I couldn't find it on their website. I can't remember what the model name is. I'll try to remember to look at it when I get home tonight. It also came with green and red filters to preserve night vision. I'm pretty sure it isn't anywhere near 950 lumens, though.

FYI: If the headband on your black diamond headlamp is stretched, get the cust support email from their website, send them an email. they'll get a new one out immediately no questions no charge. at least that's my experience a couple years ago.

Boonie:

I wasn't able to immediately locate my Go-Volt I described above last night. I'm not sure where it went - I will have to turn over the house for it this weekend.

I did find another Go-Volt flashlight I bought after the first one, that I didn't like as much but still like quite a bit. The model is the U5 - it doesn't have the zoom/wide option that my other one does, but it'll still illuminate my back yard. It's got a rechargeable battery, where the other one just runs on AAA batteries.

Thanks, I'm not really familiar with the brand, but will take a look.

Hmmm.........went to use my newly acquired Fenix and it was dead. Evidently I am guilty of not absorbing the instructions into my grey matter. Immediately recharged it but it was only holding 50 to 70% of the charge now so I ordered a couple of replacement re-chargable batteries from Fenix. Evidently what I did was to leave the red light function on and then put it away. Replacement battery is superior BTW than what comes with it at 3200ma.

Used my Storm over the weekend to set up and tear down my display. Once in the early morning hours and again at night. Of course it done a very acceptable job. But the next evening I used the Fenix and the difference is dramatic. What a great light. What I noticed is that the light is very white. But what I also figured out is not only does it throw a spot but it throws a secondary peripheral type light. A halo effect of sorts. It was good to have compared the two........all lights are not created equal.

For in camp I use a head lamp to see things up close, like washing dishes. For that I find a $20 Coleman headlamp perfectly adequate. The AAA batteries seem to last a very long time. I can't see spending more than this on a headlamp.

For night paddling I would use a 1200-lumen bike light that comes with a head strap. I have this one and love it: https://www.brighteyesproducts.com/collections/frontpage/products/1200-lumen-bicycle-headlight-set That's a lot of power for $38. Great company too, excellent customer service.

For weight-conscious camping I would combine a cheap Coleman headlamp with this lantern: https://www.amazon.com/ThorFire-Rechargeable-Emergency-Portable-Flashlight/dp/B014H4036A/ref=cm_cr-mr-title Should last several nights on low, and low is actually pretty good. They're so small you can bring two (a bit bigger than a hockey pocket when closed).

Zebra light. Try it. You won't go back.

quote WhiteWolf: "Zebra light. Try it. You won't go back. "

Nice! Funny how I have never heard of them. Seem solid. They look military grade and rather tactical. But how many lights can a guy (or gal ;-) use? Only one at a time and I have enough already!! Still quite satisfied with the Fenix as my top of the line light.........now if I can only figure out how to turn it off.

Zebra light review

I didn't read any of the other posts, just dropping my 2 cents. I've owned a storm for 2 years. I use it every camping trip, when I go outside to the garage, and in my house just cause it's an awesome light. the side touch-tap-light setting is amazing. I'm the guy that likes to have the "best" of everything. Zebralight is the BEST light, objectively. But that's like $70+ and way to much research for the exact BEST light for me, they have really specific light color ranges, and light focuses. I got the storm and never thought about it again after using it on my first trip. My girlfriend just ordered a blue one.

Fizics your girlfriend ordered the blue one and let me guess you have the orange one? Good to keep them individually owned is what I say. Or you could do what I do........We have multiple I-pad power cords in my household. I want my cord when I want it and not have to hunt it down. Take a black sharpie marker and write "Not Yours" on whatever gadget you want left alone.

My wife chuckled and I never have to track my cord down.

quote mastertangler: "Fizics your girlfriend ordered the blue one and let me guess you have the orange one? Good to keep them individually owned is what I say. Or you could do what I do........We have multiple I-pad power cords in my household. I want my cord when I want it and not have to hunt it down. Take a black sharpie marker and write "Not Yours" on whatever gadget you want left alone.


My wife chuckled and I never have to track my cord down. "

Lol first world problems! If you come up with a solution to the girlfriend/wife relocating aka "putting away" all of your stuff in places that you have to ask them to find it, let me know!!! Lol

So a couple weeks after I read this thread last December, I started packing up for a January BWCA solo trip, and could not find my ReVolt headlamp anywhere. I was curious about the Fenix HL60r, and found that I had just enough REI dividend left so ordered one for my trip. In short - its absolutely fantastic!

Now I've never been a big headlamp fan. Traveling solo and with my dog, I've always wanted the extra power of a flashlight so brought my Surefire GX2 on all trips. Any old headlamp seemed ok for simple camp chores or reading. I've also had disappointment with my ReVolt. I learned the hard way that the NiMH rechargeable batteries do not hold a good charge month after month (you have to fully refresh and recharge just before a trip). Then I learned the hard way that the same batteries are awful in the cold.

The HL60r has now gone with me on two January 6 day trips and completely impressed me. That lithium battery did perfectly fine in the cold - with most night temps in the -20ºf to 0ºf - and I made no attempt to keep in warm in pockets when not in use. I loved that I could use 2 CR123 batteries as backup if needed, but in 5-6 nights of use never got below the 70% level. I could also recharge from my Anker but had no need. And that second trip was working at a dogsled race, so the light was on and off until the wee hours of the morning on a couple of nights. I could not believe I did not drop below 70%.

That 950 lumen setting is almost too much. Inside my Snowtrekker tent it was almost blinding just reflecting off the walls, but it sure lights up the outdoors like a baseball field at night. My only criticism is I wish for the stronger lumen settings the beam was more focused, like a Streamlight Stinger.

Enough said - I now no longer need to bring my Surefire along. The Fenix does it for me.

Jaywalker I have been using my Fenix as of late to break down events and load everything into my trailer. A dandy light indeed.

You say you wish it were more focused on the higher beam setting and I like that it throws a bit of a halo effect rather than a tight spot. To each their own I guess.

I also likes how it "remembers" your last setting. So if you want it to turn onto high you can do so without cycling through.

Glad to hear the battery life is good even in cold temps.

I own 2 Storm lights however and still think they are also a fine light and a bit lighter. ("lighter".......get it? Its a headlamp....... lighter......OK, maybe its not so funny ;-)