Best headlamp (waterproof with replaceable batteries)

philos

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Zebralight is hard to beat. I have a few different brands but usually come back to my Zebralight.
 

Dr.Chill

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+1 on the Petzl Core.
Same here: Love the Petzl Actic and Actic Core. Simple intuitive toggle button, red light for duck and ungulate hunting. Sometimes wish the battery runtime was a little longer, especially on the full 450 lumen (think it's max 2 hours with the Core battery). Al's had them for half off a few months ago and scooped up a few for like $35, couldn't beat that
 

CjMelendrez

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is anyone still running the Peax Backcountry duo headlamp? I'm curious if folks are still happy with them?

 
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I think the best approach is 2 headlamps. I have a cheap Amazon Peak style that has lasted over a year with hard use. Previously I have had Black Diamond, Zebra and Nitecores quit on me. Usually when you really need it.
 

mtnbound

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is anyone still running the Peax Backcountry duo headlamp? I'm curious if folks are still happy with them?


There is a recent post about them just do a search.
 

Seeknelk

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My zebralight is simply not working this year. Battery seems to charge fine. Do the bulbs break or fail on these? How would I check what it is? I just don't love it yet. Can only choose floody or spot and can't adjust the beam like my older black diamond etc.
 

ni7ne

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Zebralight is the only one that left me walking in the dark. When mine failed, it took two 18650s with it by the time I realized they were being drained to zero volts upon insertion. Some sort of short, not sure where.
 

ridgefire

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I tried a few different headlamps and once I started using the Fenix HM65R, I have not touched my other headlamps. I would highly recommend taking a look at Fenix. Well worth the money in my opinion.
 

Beagle1

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For the money, the Sofirn and I have expensive headlamps including two Zebralights.
 
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Sofirn has been an excellent light for me over the years. I used the Petzl Iko Core this season and really like it. It's the most comfortable headlamp I've used and puts out a great beam while sipping battery power. I used the internal battery pack, but you can use AAA'S in it as well. I recommend you try to find a shop that carries them and go try one.

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Shinebox

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I've got a couple of the Sofirn lanterns and headlamps that I use for camping in the Everglades.
Solid lights, and the price is right.
 
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