Rechargeable headlamp

[highstepper]

Petzl Activ Core. Runs suprisingly long on rechargeable pack and takes AAA for backup. I also have one of their Noctilight "lantern" cases. More like a nightlight than a real lantern, but better than groping around in a dark tent.

 

[Baron85]

Just picked up a Petzl activ core on clearance for around $50 from sportsman’s warehouse. Haven’t tried it yet but figured it was worth a shot. Also planning on picking up a Fenix hm65

 

[MidwesternMountainArcher]

Nitecore NU25.
Was skeptical but it’s a solid little unit

x2 on Nitecore, i've had one for several years now and love it. battery will last longer than i need it while also having multiple lumen settings and colors along with a battery level indication to let you know battery level

 

[ChrisAU]

This version of the NU25 is awesome. Just got mine out tonight and it hasn’t been charged since whitetail season in January...still had a full charge. 1.1 oz on my scale, and BRIGHT!

Nitecore® NU25 Triple Output USB Rechargeable Headlamp

Nitecore® NU25 is a triple output USB rechargeable headlamp with 360 lumen, high CRI, and red LEDs. Featherlight at just 1.17 oz (33.0 g) with our exclusive ultralight headband, perfect for backpacking.

www.litesmith.com

 

[doverpack12]

Does that NU25 lock?

 

[SkunkCabbage]

Does that NU25 lock?

Yes it had a lock out function

 

[bcopley1116]

I have been using a fenix hm50r for about a year and it is the best headlamp I've ever used. It only has a white led, but it has 4 output modes and is very bright. It also has a long run time and charges using a micro usb. I have used multiple other brands, but this one works great for me.

Fenix HM50R Rechargeable Headlamp | REI Co-op

With a compact, waterproof aluminum body, the easy-to-operate Fenix HM50R rechargeable headlamp pierces the night with 4 brightness levels and a 500-lumen maximum beam that reaches up to 80 meters.

www.rei.com

 

[Fullfan]

Another vote for Fenix. I have the HL60, and love it

 

[jaxs]

Petzl Actik Core has worked very well for me. Also have an old Fenix that I've used lightly for over 8 years, which is still going strong.

 

[Tinthetimber]

Nitecore NU25.
Was skeptical but it’s a solid little unit

x2 going strong after a lot of use over the last 15 months.

 

[Oregon Bow Hiker]

After trying several of the top "hunting" headlamps, the one that finally made it into my pack is a Coast 450 lumen USB rechargeable. If battery pack runs dead, you can swap it out for 3 AAA's. Red light is WAY brighter than any Fenix that I've tried also. Less than 3oz and only $40!!

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Coast-F...Headlamp-Accessories-Included-FL60R/306581653

 

[Desk Jockey]

Surefire and nitecore and a few others make 18650 batteries that are rechargeable with a micro usb. A bit of a game changer IMO. Opens up some great flashlight options and still allows infield recharging with a battery pack or solar. Some models will take 18650 and cr123a as a back up. Best of all worlds to me.

 

[Idaho_Sasquatch]

I have this one - I think it's a decent unit. Not heavy, bright, inexpensive and the battery lasts well. It also has a red light which is nice...

https://www.amazon.com/NITECORE-NU3...ocphy=9029683&hvtargid=pla-593236175739&psc=1

I received this as a gift and absolutely love it as a backup light. Light enough it's a no brainer to throw in the pack. And crazy bright considering the weight.