best budget headlamp?
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Not sure if these are the cheapest, and I'm sure they're not the best, but worth a look seeing how well the other ITP offerings are doing.
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?t=226599
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?t=226599
Looks pretty cool, thanks.
LitFuse
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It would be hard to go wrong with the Energizer Hard Case Professional LED Headlight. Unbeatable for around $20.
Peter
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agreed! great headlamp..
Well it's a pity I cant find them in the UK.
Hi mccririck, I can't recommend a specific model but you can find Petzl headlamps in the UK at affordable prices. I would avoid the cheapest one (the Petzel Micro) as all the reviews I read suggest it's too dim for many tasks.
Also Screwfix.com have some Energizer headlamps (not the 'Hard Case' line) starting from £8.98.
I've been looking for a decent, cheap head lamp too, and these are the best I can find in the UK at < £20.
I might end up going for that iTP myself, it looks nice.
Also Screwfix.com have some Energizer headlamps (not the 'Hard Case' line) starting from £8.98.
I've been looking for a decent, cheap head lamp too, and these are the best I can find in the UK at < £20.
I might end up going for that iTP myself, it looks nice.
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aren't AAA's 1.2v and AA 1.5v(for alkalines)? I mean if you look at the ITP A2 vs the A3, they have the same max output so it is likely that the headlamp will be this way too, but I think this was a choice of ITP not a restriction.
I personally am holding off for a AA version of the itp headlamp because I don't use very many AAA lights anymore and that is one less battery type to carry. The added runtime is of course nice as well.
I personally am holding off for a AA version of the itp headlamp because I don't use very many AAA lights anymore and that is one less battery type to carry. The added runtime is of course nice as well.
Oldie but goldie: alpkit gamma
http://www.alpkit.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&product_id=16345&category_id=250
unbeatable for £12,50
greetings
http://www.alpkit.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&product_id=16345&category_id=250
unbeatable for £12,50
greetings
aim54x
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Im looking for one as well....over here in Australia, and on a budget.
I'll def have a look at the Energizers, but I was just wondering if anyone has used the Kathmandu Dual Light 1W Luxeon, and the Kathmandu XPE Cree?? They are on 60% off sale atm, but at full price I would not consider them.
EDIT:I should add that I need one for hiking (when we get beaten by sunset, and for stuff around the house).
I do prefer AA power over CR2/CR123/AAA or 14500 etc
Also, anyone have any opinions on the Fenix HL20??
I'll def have a look at the Energizers, but I was just wondering if anyone has used the Kathmandu Dual Light 1W Luxeon, and the Kathmandu XPE Cree?? They are on 60% off sale atm, but at full price I would not consider them.
EDIT:I should add that I need one for hiking (when we get beaten by sunset, and for stuff around the house).
I do prefer AA power over CR2/CR123/AAA or 14500 etc
Also, anyone have any opinions on the Fenix HL20??
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My Gamma Alpkit arrived this morning. I have to say, I don't believe you can get another headlamp this good in this price range. I'm VERY impressed. £12.50 including 3 Duracells, that's practically DX prices for a well made, well thought out headlamp. Great stuff!
Trancersteve
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My Gamma Alpkit arrived today.
Pretty good for the money but I am disappointed with the 5mm white LED. There is a nasty purple tint which is very visible in the centre of the beam.
Does anyone else have a strong purple tint on the 5mm LED?
Pretty good for the money but I am disappointed with the 5mm white LED. There is a nasty purple tint which is very visible in the centre of the beam.
Does anyone else have a strong purple tint on the 5mm LED?
Yes mine does, but this is pretty normal with 5mm LED's, even with the Nichia's used in the Fenix E01. Considering there's already a high and low on the main white LED, I see this as a very minor gripe, especially for the price. I think finding nice, white 5mm LED's would bump the price up considerably.
Trancersteve
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Glad to know it is normal. :thumbsup:
I know I really shouldn't be complaining with such a low priced headlamp which is built extremely well and is great value for money but the main 1W LED gives a very focused spot with zero spill. I have been testing in my basement and crouching down to a height of 3ft and looking down gives only a 30cm spot of light. I was hoping to use the white 5mm for some close up floody applications, but the purple tint has put me off using it as it is quite prominent.
Having said all that I will definitely be taking it with on my camping trip though gonna test it out when the sun sets! But I can see me purchasing a zebralight sooner or later for the pure flood.
