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Headlamps (ie. a light strapped to your head)

mikeymikec

mikeymikec

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I'm putting one on my Christmas list. Initially my main use for it was going to be that when I'm working in computers, I'd like a bit more light on the topic (though I'm wondering whether the potential lack of light angling/positioning means that my hands will be casting shadow on what I'm working on).

My wife mentioned another possible scenario for it is when I'm going running in the dark. The latter scenario requires something that has a better grip, so the first one we looked at has a strap that goes around the head, the second also has a strap going over the head.

Has anyone bought this kind of thing before for these reasons? What are you opinions on what I ought to be looking for.

One other thing was that the first one we looked at had the option of using an AA battery which I quite like the idea of because I don't want a potentially useless piece of kit once the rechargeable battery dies.
 
For working on computer I would say one of those lights that you pull to whatever position you need it to be and stays put.

For running armband lights with torches as well as brinking lights.
 
Something like this? Safety is important too!
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mikeymikec said:
I'm putting one on my Christmas list. Initially my main use for it was going to be that when I'm working in computers, I'd like a bit more light on the topic (though I'm wondering whether the potential lack of light angling/positioning means that my hands will be casting shadow on what I'm working on).

My wife mentioned another possible scenario for it is when I'm going running in the dark. The latter scenario requires something that has a better grip, so the first one we looked at has a strap that goes around the head, the second also has a strap going over the head.

Has anyone bought this kind of thing before for these reasons? What are you opinions on what I ought to be looking for.

One other thing was that the first one we looked at had the option of using an AA battery which I quite like the idea of because I don't want a potentially useless piece of kit once the rechargeable battery dies.
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Your wife silently shrugged that it might also help you find her love button sooner than later.
 
I bought a headlamp about 15 years ago and it was one of the single greatest "tool" purchases ever. I use it All. The. Time.
 
I got a cheap headstrap light (incandescent) maybe ten years ago and use it occasionally. It's helpful for walking around in the attic where lighting isn't great and I need to use both hands.
 
mikeymikec said:
I'm putting one on my Christmas list. Initially my main use for it was going to be that when I'm working in computers, I'd like a bit more light on the topic (though I'm wondering whether the potential lack of light angling/positioning means that my hands will be casting shadow on what I'm working on).

My wife mentioned another possible scenario for it is when I'm going running in the dark. The latter scenario requires something that has a better grip, so the first one we looked at has a strap that goes around the head, the second also has a strap going over the head.

Has anyone bought this kind of thing before for these reasons? What are you opinions on what I ought to be looking for.

One other thing was that the first one we looked at had the option of using an AA battery which I quite like the idea of because I don't want a potentially useless piece of kit once the rechargeable battery dies.
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I have a ton of them. Colemans, Ozark Trail, Black Diamond...all different combinations of lumens and functions.
Get one with multiple color modes. Bare minimum get one with red (bugs)
I'd go with one that has full adjustable brightness vs the typical lo-medium-high
Ozark is cheap but always seems to have some shortcoming. Whether its a battery case that pops open with the slightest bump or a poor light spread.
Coleman's are ok but I don't like the pricing for what you get. Same thing with Petzels.
Fenix makes pricey, top notch stuff but lack of color modes is a deal breaker.

An older Black Diamond Spot is currently my go to for everything from camping to running to "general usage around everywhere". 3 AAA batteries. Water resistant and stays put. Best band adjust-ability and comfort at of everything I have. Switching between red light mode can be wonky but once you get used to it its not a big deal.

My recommendation is a Black Diamond Spot 325.
Fairly inexpensive and rock solid.
If you didn't have the running use case then I would recommended the Black Diamond Storm which is a bit beefier.
 
Hey hi, are you going to let yor dog shit on my route? why not pick it up? may i suggest i pick you up and wipe youre nose in it.What do you think
 
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