Best headlamps

[deadibob]

Okay it's time for me to upgrade my headlamps and I'm wondering what you guys are using and what you like/don't like about them and what you would recommend. I have a few Fenix flashlights and I really like those but I'm not going to pay $200 for a headlamp that weighs nearly a pound (I bet it's bright though). I wouldn't be opposed to paying up to $100 though if it is that much better than lower price point lights. There's always products that exceed their price point and those are always preferred.

One thing that is a make or break deal for me is that it must accept batteries. If I'm in the backcountry for several days I would rather have a few extra batteries than a recharger. A rechargeable light that also takes batteries would be great.

 

[coloradoman]

Diamondbacks are great and that is all I use. You can adjust the brightness plus it has a red and a green light.

 

[MuleyFreak72]

I like the Petzl head lamps, carry a couple extra batteries if you’re going to be out a few days, and you’re good to go. Compact, amazing light, and light weight. Recharge the batteries when you get home, or Carr a small battery pack and charge them on the trip.

 

[elks96]

Diamondbacks are our go to... I like the rechargeable...

 

[wweaver79]

Another vote for Diamondback, get the rechargeable pack that also takes 3 AAA if your away from the truck and it dies. I put three AAA on the strap with some black tape, because I will not have any batteries when I need them if I don’t. I do have a petzel from 2007/8 that is still ticking. How I have not lost it yet is amazing. Make sure it has red light capability, most mid range ones do now.

 

[WeminucheWapitis]

The cheap ones from Walmart cause I loose them all the time lol

 

[WapitiBob]

Buy a sofern for $21 and a cpl xtra batteries.

 

[woodturner]

Costco used to carry a three pack of headlamps for around $16.
They came with a set of batteries. I believe they were put out by Duracell......the battery people.
I have not been able to find them for about 3 months though.
While on the subject of light......Same place and brand.....led flashlights......pretty nice for the price I think.

 

[HIcountryman]

Energizers work for me. Petzel or Black Diamonds are prob better at 2 or 3X the price

 

[Weiserbucks]

After having a Fenix rechargeable for a few years I'll never go back to the cheap junk again.

 

[Joe2Kool]

I've used several different cheapos over the years. Some are OK. Some are junk. I make do. But one thing about some that I hate is they easily flip down. Can't remember which ones do that, but season opens Saturday so I guess I'll find out then.

 

[Focoelkman]

Petzel

 

[LIK2HNT]

I really like and carry 2 of these in my pack. Great run time. Three brightness settings. Can use AAA batteries if needed. Rechargeable from truck, small solar panel, battery pack, wall socket, etc.

 

[TheOneRidgeRunner]

I've been running SLONIK brand for the last 2 years. Light weight, rechargeable and the ability to put different batteries in the field

 

[Wiszard]

Black Diamond for me. I like that is dimmable so you can dictate just how many hours I'll get out of it. I always keep 3 AAA batteries in my pack.