Love the headlamps, hate the headbands
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NtEzyBeingGreen
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I use this Coast all the time in the woods and under my truck, works great and it fits perfectly. Even the battery pack on the back fits right in the back notch of my head/neck joint!
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Coast-HL5-6-Chip-LED-Headlamp-TT7041CP/202500218
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Coast-HL5-6-Chip-LED-Headlamp-TT7041CP/202500218
rickypanecatyl
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I agree with OP - I've got an older but high quality Petzl headlamp and have tried half a dozen of the newer ones and nothing comes close to the quality, well thought out Petzl design.
Of course when they made it there wasn't much changing in the world of lumens/watt so they could have more confidence the R&D they put into the band would be worth it.
Of course when they made it there wasn't much changing in the world of lumens/watt so they could have more confidence the R&D they put into the band would be worth it.
Love The Headlamps, Hate The Headbands
I don't care much for headbands, so I often wear a baseball cap and clip a Streamlight ClipMate USB onto the cap.
http://www.streamlight.com/en-us/product/product.html?pid=298
I don't care much for headbands, so I often wear a baseball cap and clip a Streamlight ClipMate USB onto the cap.
http://www.streamlight.com/en-us/product/product.html?pid=298
Re: Love the headlamps, hate the headbands PRROBLEM SOLVED
Need a new headband? Think RUBBER and not just any rubber...silicone rubber!
I recently needed to replace the 1" strap on my Petzl and, with a little persistence and luck, found the ultimate solution!
This strap is perfect. It should last forever, is really comfortable, won't stretch out, is waterproof, and can (probably) be used to pick up extremely HOT objects!
It cost ~$21 delivered - yes maybe 30% more than the typical elastic replacement strap but - it's well worth it.
Hyperlink: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EZZFZ6U/?tag=cpf0b6-20
SPECS:
...Enjoy!
Need a new headband? Think RUBBER and not just any rubber...silicone rubber!
I recently needed to replace the 1" strap on my Petzl and, with a little persistence and luck, found the ultimate solution!
This strap is perfect. It should last forever, is really comfortable, won't stretch out, is waterproof, and can (probably) be used to pick up extremely HOT objects!
It cost ~$21 delivered - yes maybe 30% more than the typical elastic replacement strap but - it's well worth it.
Hyperlink: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EZZFZ6U/?tag=cpf0b6-20
SPECS:
| Brand Name | FoxFury |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 600-027 |
| Material Type | Silicone |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| EAN | 0696738549531 |
| Overall Width | 0.98 inches |
| UNSPSC Code | 39111706 |
| UPC | 696738549531 |
...Enjoy!
Re: Love the headlamps, hate the headbands PRROBLEM SOLVED
My H32 the simplest of little holders, but i got a big headband from ZL for the H600 and It looks like the headbands that they sell for the H52 are the same build and they include a top strap. I cant imagine that not holding a 2oz headlamp. I use one of the newer ZL headband and holder to strap a MUCH heavier light to the side of my head. It is really floppy without the top strap, but quite secure with it. In the pictures on ZL website it looks like the H52s dont include a top strap when shipped as a package. That alone would make a huge difference. Am i totally wrong here?
My H32 the simplest of little holders, but i got a big headband from ZL for the H600 and It looks like the headbands that they sell for the H52 are the same build and they include a top strap. I cant imagine that not holding a 2oz headlamp. I use one of the newer ZL headband and holder to strap a MUCH heavier light to the side of my head. It is really floppy without the top strap, but quite secure with it. In the pictures on ZL website it looks like the H52s dont include a top strap when shipped as a package. That alone would make a huge difference. Am i totally wrong here?
Re: Love the headlamps, hate the headbands PRROBLEM SOLVED
Vortus--what does a silicone band, no fabric, feel like? I see one is made for a Petzyl pixa is offered and I'm tempted.
Vortus--what does a silicone band, no fabric, feel like? I see one is made for a Petzyl pixa is offered and I'm tempted.
