Hiking Gear I Wish I Didn't Buy (& What I Wish I Got Instead) PT. 3: HEADLAMPS
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
- Battle of the Headlamps:
Comparing different models to help you make the best choice for your outdoor adventures!
Find the links to the headlamps I mentioned in this video below!
HEADLAMPS BREAKDOWN 👇
Duracell Headlamp from Costco - 3 pack ($5.16/unit)
• 2 hr battery life, 3 AAA batteries, 575 lumens, Waterproof
Link: amzn.to/47Sv5vH
Ozark Headlamp from Walmart - $12/unit
• 300 Lumens, 96m distance, 3 hr max runtime
Link: www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trai...
Go For Wild Headlamp from Amazon - $20 (or $10/unit)
• 500 lumens, Rechargeable, Waterproof
Link: amzn.to/3Hjhra3
Petzl Tikkina - $24.95/unit
• 300 lumens, AAA or rechargeable battery, 65m beam distance
Link: alnk.to/btmLsJA
Black Diamond Spot - $49.95 (or $64.95 for rechargeable)
• 400 lumens, Waterproof, 100m beam distance
Link: alnk.to/fwqc1vJ
Fenix HM50R - $59.99/unit
• 700 lumens, Rechargeable, Can be used as a flashlight
Link: alnk.to/3nfUlep
Petzl Actik Core - $84.95/unit (newer version)
• 600 lumens, Rechargeable or AAA batteries, Water-resistant
Link: alnk.to/eDQp7sc
Remember, choosing the right headlamp is all about matching it to your specific needs and activities. For me, the Petzl Actik Core has been a game-changer for early morning hikes, backpacking trips, and solo camping adventures.
Let me know in the comments which headlamp YOU would pick!
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more hiking tips and info. Happy Trails!
📷 Follow Me:
Instagram: / groundupadventures
TikTok: / groundupadventures
Website/Blog: groundupadventuresco.com/
Facebook: / @groundupadventuresco
Please note the above links are paid affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission off of your purchase, at no additional cost to you. Thank you SO much for your support in advance if you happen to use my links! This helps me create additional content like this for you.
Happy trails :)
#hikinggear #hikingtips #hikingessentials #headlamps #backpackinggear #backpacking #hikesafe #hikemoreworryless #illumination #trailsafety #outdooradventures #besthikinggear
Caver here. I really like zebralights. They mostly make 18650 headlamps that are going to be heavier but are crazy durable (and super waterproof), have great runtimes, have a high CRI for photography, and are super bright (their $90 models go up to 1,500 lumens). They're my goto for hiking/general purpose. I also have the black diamond and the cheaper petzl in the video. Theyre both solid but aren't as bright and as they're batteries deplete they get dimmer. I do like the glow ring on the petzl for finding the headlamp after setting it down when it's off.
I used Petzl for years - I still have a Tikka from 2005 in a drawer somewhere - but recently I picked up a Zebralight H603w, and a Nitecore NU33.
The Zebralight has a very broad beam so it's good in enclosed spaces, or when I'm out with a vehicle that has its own headlights, but the Nitecore has a perfect blend of features for hiking and backpacking. It's possibly a little heavier than you'd like.
I upgraded to a NITECORE NU43 Lightweight USB-C Rechargeable Headlamp - 1400 Lumens. Im not into lugging batteries and I'm definitely tired of carrying multiple cables. Everything is now USB C.
Cool preview! Nitecore has some good selection of small headlamps also, but my recent personal favorite is Skilhunt H150. It runs on 1AA, has no red light, but has very nice warmish tint and good color rendering index (high CRI led bulb). I'm sort of "tint noob", as when colors are well differentiated one can see much more details and better 3D depth, imho.
Definitely agree with you on the colors. I haven't seen that Skillhunt yet, I'll have to check that out :) thank you!!
I also have the Petzl Actic Core and it never let me down.
Such a solid and reliable headlamp 🙌 it’s soo bright too
Absolutely gorgeous work and brilliant topic my friend! 👏👏
Thank you so much!
Sorry, but audio is in left channel only.
Bump. Definitely experiencing this with headphones.
@@TroyRahaman THANK YOU for letting me know, I'm so sorry about that!
Thank you for letting me know!! I'm sorry about that
Audio wouldn’t work at all when I tried to watch on my tv
Just found your channel, nice video. Hiking the AT last year the Nitecore headlamps seemed to be the most popular. I didn’t do any night hiking except to the privy .
Very informative. Great job!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
Petzl Actik Core all day ! Love the functions, beam and brightness levels.
Fenix has a great line of head lamps i own a fenix HM71r a i enjoy using it.
I think the BD Spot is a good mid range option thats reliable
My wallet and sanity thank you. My kids go on multi-day camping trips as part of the experiential learning at their school. My immediate instinct is to buy the most expensive, top-of-the-line because...my kids. But based on what they're actually doing/not doing and when, it sounds like they'll be just fine with something less expensive.
Ahh I’m so glad this helps! That’s really neat their school does that - what incredible life experience to get at an early age. Yes! Something cheap will totally do the trick, a red light is a nice feature if you’re going multi day and still plenty of cheap options with that feature!
Ok.but what do you wish you got instead
it is a shopping habit for too many people. gimmicks and gadgets instead of tools, skills and knowledge.
Hey friend, I don't disagree with you as we live in a capitalist society, and could see how you could assume this. I run an outfitter and am a backpacking guide, so I've had to invest in different gear for my clients to use, which is why I've been making these videos because I do have to test out a lot of gear (at different price points) for my job
Try Nicole you could be surprised
I haven't heard of them before!
I bought the spot today for $50 because it said dual fuel but then found out once I got home that the battery was not in it and I had to spend another $30. I’m taking it back. Don’t waste my time black diamond.
Isn’t that so annoying 😅 I’m sorry :/ really can’t go wrong with the Petzl, you’ll never buy another headlamp haha