I've got Princeton Apex Pro Head Lamp, and like a lot (except cost of the 123batteries and short burn time) , but thinking its getting old (3 yrs) and going to buying a new one or a consider something else.. Looked around on net but seems like Princeton is the best... Any suggestions or recommendations ?
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Scareman
MemberMy choice...Princeton Apex. I carry 2. Uses 4 AA and has an indicator lamp that blinks red when the batteries are low, as well as the lights flash.
You may be familiar with the LED operation using the PRO since you already use the PRO.
Consider adding a chin strap so you do not lose the headlamp in case of a dunk or inadvertent gear change.
I recently had one of mine replaced when there was an issue and Princeton honored the Lifetime Warranty.
I have had to change my 4 batteies in the dark in the Nightmare during an EC while 2 others were pulling away on the branches. Practice your battery change in the dark so you know which battery slot has positive and neagative terminals. I think the newer one has springs that make it easier to ID the negative terminal side in the dark. Be careful not to dislocate the O-ring on the casin after a battery change.
Here is a very good deal:http://shop.opticsplanet.com/princeton-tec-apex-headlamp-uxkvn.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=plusbox-beta&gclid=CP_j2KbstskCFRYjgQodtUYJbw
Posted 4 years ago # -
Bermudaboy
MemberSD: Dang good idea... Never even knew they had these... Went looking for waterproofed version, and came across this pdf:
http://princetontec.com/military2013.pdf
now if you turn to the second page of the pdf... I just have to have those gloves and that face scarf. etc. etc... Seriously going to add one of these to equip list.. Lightwwieht & efficient for most of the tasks I was using my Apec Pro on, which will save its burn time... Good Call... Thanks
Posted 4 years ago # -
Try looking at UK, Underwater Kinetics, they make a good headlamp with white or red light and it is really waterproof.
Posted 4 years ago # -
I have a Browning 550L head lamp.
It is super bright (550 Lumen), water proof, and very well made all around.
When you are looking for a place to land in the dark and avoid getting close this thing is really nice.
When you choose to land and the brush is thick, and you are doing some bushwhacking in the dark, it is nice to have a super bright lite ( always on and ready as you are scrambling to set up camp ) to clearly look at everything to make sure you are not getting close to something scary.
There is another light maker that one that appears to be exactly the same.I also have a Princeton tactical head lamp. I do not know the model number but I believe it is water proof, and also has a red filter for night vision.
They both have a smart button sequence, that usually avoids the nearly 100% useless and irritating strobe mode.
If I shine one of these lights on my fluorescent yellow sail it is amazingly attention getting.
I keep a UK mini dive light available when paddling.
And of course, I keep a basic headlamp in my man bag, and 2 or 3 mini clip lights always inside my tent.
The clip lights are really nice because they weigh nothing, are cheap, and are always available as soon as you set up your tent. It leaves me with one less thing to pack and unpack setting up the camp site. Since they are cheap, and sometimes accidently go on and burn out the batteries, I carry a handful of them.
They make nice gifts for your outdoor adventure friends also.
http://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-SLG-03-02-Anywhere-Resistant/dp/B001E8BA9M/ref=pd_sim_469_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=31OfT-v6VSL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR114%2C160_&refRID=07146D8C7A4QM65YCAYA
Posted 4 years ago # -
seabag
MemberBeastOarman wrote:
Don't let too many lights keep you from becoming one with the dark. The more you use them to look, the less you will see.
Totally agree. About the only time I use a lamp is to glance at the chart or stick a landing here in Maine. What I have done is modified various compasses to accept lighting. They can range from a cylume stick to a 9 volt on a Brunton 80 which is set up for lights. I know it is different when trying to work through a mangrove morass.....
One of the cheap strobes has a flashlight option which is easy to modify to red.
Posted 4 years ago # -
Bookworm
MemberDesigned for surfers, these lights are USB rechargable, which works with the solar charger. Long-lasting.
https://www.niterider.com/product-category/outdoor/Posted 4 years ago # -
SaltySack
MemberI believe it's an older model of h52. It used single aa battery. Comes with clip and head strap. 300 lumen high only last about 1 hr but med last over 8 hrs and puts out plenty of light. I use it for night hiking a lot. Very water proof as its a solid lite wt aluminum housing with an o ring that stays put.. Easy to change battery in dark. Works great with envelop rechargeable batteries. By far the best headlight I've used.
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