Zebralight - the best head-light?
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I got one of these 3 years ago. I rated it then, and still rate it now. Really good battery life, too.
Myos have improved since then apparently. Not quite sure how mind.
The rep told me that the new black band ones are better than my blue band one.
I've some new ones coming in but I doubt I'll be able to tell you what the difference is! I assume it's probably a higher spec LED.
The rep told me that the new black band ones are better than my blue band one.
I've some new ones coming in but I doubt I'll be able to tell you what the difference is! I assume it's probably a higher spec LED.
Must admit, I got one yesterday and I am so impressed! AND ONLY 12 QUID!!!!
I got a Zebralight about a week ago and while I think it's superb as a general area light, I really dont rate it at all as a headlamp. I bought the H50 because it runs on AA's which are available just about everywhere. The torch is ultralight, waterproof and seems tough enough, if a little on the thin side. But for a headtorch I dont like it. It's 100% flood, wide area, nil throw. That's OK for close work, but not good for walking in the dark. The lack of a focussed beam, means you need to run it on high to provide enough light if you are walking around. That means you get 1 hour run time - then time for a new battery. Not good. The body tends to slip and rotate under it's own weight in the glow in the dark holder which is irritating - I ended up putting some tape around the body to make it a tighter fit. The twist, twist again, then twist again mode selector is very fiddly when it's on your head and it gets very hot when it's on high. It wont replace my petzl.
But if you use the attached clip to clip it to the strap of a rucksack, it makes a great map reading light and an even better general area/tent light when you take your pack off and sit down. On medium mode, it's plenty bright enough for a tent light and lasts 16 hours I think. It's a keeper for that alone. The light is ultra lightweight, so no penalty and I carry AA batteries anyway. However, if I lost it, I'm not sure I would buy another.
On a related note, for those who are interested in an AA torch with amazing throw and output, there is a relatively new kid on the block - Nitecore. They make 2 AA torches based round a single cree Q5 emitter. Both are superb, the Nitecore Defender Infinity and the D10. Both are about £40 quid and the build-quality, output and functionality knocks spots off the Fenix. Both have 130 to 180 lumen output depending on battery type, both will run happily on regular alkalines, energiser lithiums, eneloops or 14500 rechargeable lithiums. Both are IPX-8 rated submersible. Both are beautifully machined and knurled - quality is very near surefire. The throw is fantastic - easily the equal of a surefire L4. They both have completely variable ouput and a memory. The NDI also has a strobe feature. Runtime is superb - 1.5 hours on high and 60 hours on low ....from a single AA, that is staggering.
Highly recommended.
http://www.nitecore.co.uk/
But if you use the attached clip to clip it to the strap of a rucksack, it makes a great map reading light and an even better general area/tent light when you take your pack off and sit down. On medium mode, it's plenty bright enough for a tent light and lasts 16 hours I think. It's a keeper for that alone. The light is ultra lightweight, so no penalty and I carry AA batteries anyway. However, if I lost it, I'm not sure I would buy another.
On a related note, for those who are interested in an AA torch with amazing throw and output, there is a relatively new kid on the block - Nitecore. They make 2 AA torches based round a single cree Q5 emitter. Both are superb, the Nitecore Defender Infinity and the D10. Both are about £40 quid and the build-quality, output and functionality knocks spots off the Fenix. Both have 130 to 180 lumen output depending on battery type, both will run happily on regular alkalines, energiser lithiums, eneloops or 14500 rechargeable lithiums. Both are IPX-8 rated submersible. Both are beautifully machined and knurled - quality is very near surefire. The throw is fantastic - easily the equal of a surefire L4. They both have completely variable ouput and a memory. The NDI also has a strobe feature. Runtime is superb - 1.5 hours on high and 60 hours on low ....from a single AA, that is staggering.
Highly recommended.
http://www.nitecore.co.uk/
Well despite already having 4 head torches (of various ages, and all well used / abused) I found myself needing to replace my Petzl Duo - I have been putting it off for some time (as it is very bulky), but it has now developed a wiring problem which has a significant impact on the performance.
Anyhow, having spoken to a number of friends with various models & reviewing the advice on the forums I have taken the plunge and got a Petzl Myo XP - superb !!
I must say a quick thanks to Lurch as I got it from Lakeland Bushcraft Trading, and the service has been second to none, I called them yesterday afternoon to check a couple of points (were they stocking the 'new improved' MYO XP and did it have the upgrade to accept rechargeable batteries (see Petzl safety notice on their website)). They answered my questions and so I ordered one - received it in the post this morning.
THANK YOU.
However, having been reviewing the forums, I am now also investing in a Nitecore D10 for edc purposes.
Anyhow, having spoken to a number of friends with various models & reviewing the advice on the forums I have taken the plunge and got a Petzl Myo XP - superb !!
I must say a quick thanks to Lurch as I got it from Lakeland Bushcraft Trading, and the service has been second to none, I called them yesterday afternoon to check a couple of points (were they stocking the 'new improved' MYO XP and did it have the upgrade to accept rechargeable batteries (see Petzl safety notice on their website)). They answered my questions and so I ordered one - received it in the post this morning.
THANK YOU.
However, having been reviewing the forums, I am now also investing in a Nitecore D10 for edc purposes.
I love my Princeton Tec Apex Pro It's by far the best headlight out in terms of battery life and output. It is however quite expensive too. 5 modes of output and a battery life indicator.
Low flood
High flood
Low spot
High spot
Slow flash
http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/pt_apex.htm
http://heinnie.com/9pkyjf845919/Flashlights/Princeton/Princeton-Apex-Pro/p-97-270-1959/
Theres also an AA version for £65
Low flood
High flood
Low spot
High spot
Slow flash
http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/pt_apex.htm
http://heinnie.com/9pkyjf845919/Flashlights/Princeton/Princeton-Apex-Pro/p-97-270-1959/
Theres also an AA version for £65
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