Any waterproof headlamps for swimming
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Flying Turtle
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The Zebralight is supposed to be waterproof, but I've not tested it. Looks like it should do pretty well. Go to www.zebralight.com
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spyderknut
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I think the floody nature of the Zebralight would be blinding underwater in all but the clearest of waters. Needs to be a throw light IMO. When I used to dive (over 12 years ago) I would occasionally use a 2 or 4 AA UK light strapped to my mask strap but preferred handheld light. Keeping your head simple is safer though. Color rendition underwater favors only a few LEDs. I would think the Rebel would work well with warmer tones.
If you just want to swim across a body of water and use a headlight to see above the surface or on the other side, Zebralight would be fine.
If you just want to swim across a body of water and use a headlight to see above the surface or on the other side, Zebralight would be fine.
AMD64Blondie
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I'd have to say.. UK Vizion. I've even taken a shower wearing my Vizion (bathroom lights off..),and it worked flawlessly.
You can buy it at www.brightguy.com ,or you could find a local REI store.
You can buy it at www.brightguy.com ,or you could find a local REI store.
Flying Turtle
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Just checked out the features of the Vizion. It says it "recycles the heat energy of the LED back to the batteries for longer runtime". Is this for real, and could it make a noticeable difference? It does look like a nice light. Might have to run over to REI to see one.
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ScubaSnyder
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Take a look at princetontec.com, they have a variety of "waterproof" lights {500 FT}, By the way nothing is waterproof, everything you buy is water-resistant since at some water depth.... pressure will prevail!
nzbazza
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Check out this Nuwai headlamp from Batteryjunction.com
It claims it is waterproof to 10m depth, has Lux3 LED, and 3 [FONT=arial, helvetica]DC-DC Regulated levels.
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It claims it is waterproof to 10m depth, has Lux3 LED, and 3 [FONT=arial, helvetica]DC-DC Regulated levels.
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Supernam
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Princeton Tec EOS. Waterproof to 1 meter.
Blue72
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1 meter does not instill much confidence in the water resistance. Plus I dive further than that. I need a deeper rating than 1 meter I do not think that could even handle the force of the current from the ocean
1m is plenty enough for swimming - though it seems you're moving the goalposts on this one! If primary criteria are waterproof and lightweight, then the Petzl E+lite seems perfect (though I think that is only rated to 1m as well).
You can always try this offering from OMS.
http://www.omsdive.com/lights.html
Or this from Petzl
http://en.petzl.com/petzl/LampesProduits?Critere=59&Produit=252
http://www.omsdive.com/lights.html
Or this from Petzl
http://en.petzl.com/petzl/LampesProduits?Critere=59&Produit=252
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ScubaSnyder
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Im not sure what your price range is, but instead of headlamps have you thought on the hand mounted Nite-Rider lights, they are awesome, but that comes with a price. Also have you ever worn a headlamp with a mask? It is not comfortable in my opinion, also look at Underwater kinetics Q40, Its 2.1 W and it attaches yo your mask strap.
JohnB
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Have you looked at FoxFury?
http://foxfury.com/products/performance_series/water/water.htm
Let me know if you are interested. We are a FoxFury Dealer
Thanks
John
pbs357
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Wow, Vizion looks pretty cool - found a video review on youtube too.. http://youtube.com/watch?v=nYSMiW6My4o
Being able to change from spot to diffused flood is a great option. Whatever you choose I'd probably not trust anything but a dedicated dive - designed light for underwater usage.
Being able to change from spot to diffused flood is a great option. Whatever you choose I'd probably not trust anything but a dedicated dive - designed light for underwater usage.
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Photon_Whisperer
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I used to have a Petzl for this but it was bulky and to lighten my load, I decided to turn my main travel light (L1D CE) into my headlamp also. I just used an old camera strap as the headband and attached the light using rubber bands. Worked a charm on a trip to Africa where I wore it 7 nights in a row up Kilimanjaro.
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The Princeton Tec Apex is NOT suitable for swimming. While doing field research in Panama this past summer, I tried using it while snorkeling at night. I figured that if it was "waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes", then it should work just fine if I stayed at the surface.
It worked very well for a 30 minute swim, and I never submerged it more than 6 inches underwater. However, the battery case flooded and a lot of condensation appeared within the lamp (although it never stopped working).
To save it, I placed it in a low temperature oven we used for drying sponge specimens for a day and the condensation finally disappeared.
It still works and I use it regularly for caving, but I now know that PT's claims about being waterproof are a bunch of hogwash.
Their "waterproof" claim means that it probably won't die if it rains while you are using it.
It worked very well for a 30 minute swim, and I never submerged it more than 6 inches underwater. However, the battery case flooded and a lot of condensation appeared within the lamp (although it never stopped working).
To save it, I placed it in a low temperature oven we used for drying sponge specimens for a day and the condensation finally disappeared.
It still works and I use it regularly for caving, but I now know that PT's claims about being waterproof are a bunch of hogwash.
Their "waterproof" claim means that it probably won't die if it rains while you are using it.
spyderknut
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Diving, surfing ... still not clear what you wanted to use the light for. Sounds like you made a wise choice.
I have a waterproof Olympus camera. I wear a LiveStrong band. I lost the camera ONCE
in a river (Santa Fe River) while snorkeling. When I tried to stop to get the camera, I silted out the water and could not see doo doo. When I first dropped the camera, I checked my landmarks on the bank. I hovered over the area until the current swept away the silt. I found camera in about 5 ft of water, in grass with just a corner sticking out of the mud. Now I strap it to my LiveStrong band whenever I am in the water.
Point is, those silicone wrist bands you can get anywhere are great for wrist lanyards.
I have a waterproof Olympus camera. I wear a LiveStrong band. I lost the camera ONCE
in a river (Santa Fe River) while snorkeling. When I tried to stop to get the camera, I silted out the water and could not see doo doo. When I first dropped the camera, I checked my landmarks on the bank. I hovered over the area until the current swept away the silt. I found camera in about 5 ft of water, in grass with just a corner sticking out of the mud. Now I strap it to my LiveStrong band whenever I am in the water.Point is, those silicone wrist bands you can get anywhere are great for wrist lanyards.
Uncle Bob
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Which one? Princeton Tec has quite a few waterproof ones that would fit the bill.
I used to use Princeton Tec headlamps for diving - but I found them annoying with masks and also prone to blinding over divers. Honestly, nothing can beat a dedicated hand-light with a lanyard. My lights get clipped to the d-rings on my BCD with a coiled elastic remote. It works wonders, and you never really have to worry about losing lights.
Of course, YMMV.
Of course, YMMV.
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