With 1,600 lumens of brightness, more than twice any of most of our winners, it's a favorite in the running community. The Spotlight can get up to 1600 lumens at 951 feet for 2 hours. The maximum lighting time is up to 200,0 hours for both. The lowest power is always used for calculation. However, the brightness is generally constant during the burn time with the rechargeable battery, while with standard batteries, the brightness gradually decreases as the batteries are drained. The following graph from Petzl shows the typical battery burn characteristics of rechargeable batteries and traditional batteries. You may need replace your strap, especially if you loaned your headlamp to a friend with a big head.

Black Diamond Spot 325 Headlamp | REI Co-op Black Diamond Spot 325 Headlamp | REI Co-op

Adjust the brightness level of your headlamp to match the situation. For tasks that require more precision, use a higher brightness setting. When navigating open trails or paths, use a lower setting to conserve battery and avoid blinding others. Respect no-light zonesStill, our one issue with the Nitecore NU 25 is battery life. When using the max light output of 360 lumens, it only lasts 0.5 hour–which is the lowest time of the headlamps we tested. However, in low light mode, it runs for 160 hours, which is better than some other rechargeable headlamps, like the BioLite 330. Still, it’s lower but in the general ballpark of AAA battery headlamps like the Spot 400. If reading your map by headlamp, use the white mode. This is because some topo lines and colors do not show up well in red-light mode. 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. We will keep customer information safe and secure and will not distribute or sell this information to a third party.

Black Diamond Spot325 Headlamp, Mens, BD81054, Dark Olive, OS Black Diamond Spot325 Headlamp, Mens, BD81054, Dark Olive, OS

The Spot was initially released in 2017 as a 200-lumen model, it then got an update to 300 lumens in 2018 before seeing a complete overhaul for 2019, becoming what we see here – the Spot 325. This overhaul hasn’t just involved an increase in power, they’ve also slimmed down the entire unit, added a new mode selector button, and updated LEDs, all with the intention of making this a more reliable unit than previous generations. The Spot is one of our favorite lights, but it is not without some shortcomings, which we'll cover below. Lower cost competing lights have also improved significantly over the past few years, and the Spot now faces strong competition from lower cost lights like the Petzl Tikkina, which offers strong performance at a 33% lower cost, and is one of the other lights we recommend considering before buying the Spot (the other being the BD Storm). Below we'll take you through the Spot's performance, with ample comparison and contrast to other top contenders worth consideration. Trail FindingPlease note that inflatables such as sleeping mats are not considered as faulty if they become punctured during use and are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty in this event. There are a few things you can do to get the most battery life out of your camping headlamp and make its use more enjoyable for yourself and others.

Black Diamond | Spot 325 | Headlamp | Sand Black Diamond | Spot 325 | Headlamp | Sand

The Spot 400 has 400 lumens of power, up from 350 lumens in the previous model. The LED headlight is dimmable, a very useful feature that allows you to customize the amount of light necessary. At maximum brightness in spotlight mode, the Spot 400’s light can reach 100 meters—up 20 m from the last model. A headlamp is an essential tool for outdoor adventures, but it's important to use it responsibly to ensure your safety and the comfort of others. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind: Mind your beam angle Over time, headlamp straps may become loose or stretched. Periodically adjust them to ensure a snug and comfortable fit on your head.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.