Just stumbled on this great forum and want some advice. After doing a lot of reading here I narrowed my search but wanted some feedback. My criteria for a headlamp are as follows: $50-$100, good run time, red light option for close up reading, runs on AA's preferably (or at least AA option) and can throw some light beyond 150'. I'm using it for night hiking, backpacking and kayaking and my current petzl doesn't get the light out nearly as far as I need, especially when I'm on the River at night. Looked at the Zebralights and Fenix line. Trying to get something very simple to use too. If the HL50 had a red lamp option, I'd have bought it. Just when I think Ive found the perfect light, it seems to lack one of my criteria or its overly complicated or it doesn't review well. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Red
Thanks,
Red