Newbie. Looking for HL50 similar but with red lamp option + AA's. Help

[red5033]

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

 

[HorizontalHunter]

I use the nitecore HC 90 for my outdoors applications and I am very happy with it. It meets all of your criteria except for running AA's. It will run on 18650's and CR123's and is at the upper end of your price range.


[url]http://www.nitecorelights.com/products/hc90-900-lumens

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb...-(XM-L2-T6-5mm-RGB-LEDs-1x-18650-2x-(R)CR123a)[/URL]

Others will be along with more suggestions.

:welcome:

Bob

 

[Tac Gunner]

Take a look at the Fenix HL35, I love mine.

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?412750-Fenix-HL35-mini-review-w-pics

 

[red5033]

Thanks I just read up on and ordered the HC 90. At $99 I couldn't pass it up and think I'll do fine without the AA's and will just order a second 18650. Thanks

Red

 

[HorizontalHunter]

I think that you will be happy with it. Action-LED-Lights carries a case that HC-90 fits in nicely. You can't go wrong for $2.95.
the divider is removable and you can squeeze in a spare battery.

Bob

http://www.action-led-lights.com/co...nd-accessories/products/hardshell-travel-case

 

[Kueh]

I believe that these are still available ....

http://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-hp05-led-headlamp/

 

[Caseman]

I know it's not red but I just got the hl50 and it's really nice. I bought 1 for work. I will be buying a 2nd for home.