My immediate thought about the head lamp with a flood-light feature is that it would probably appeal to tradesmen who work in cramped, dark spaces, ie electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and telecom technicians. Sometimes the spot from a spot light is just too bright along with harsh shadows, so the even illumination from a flood light is easier on the eyes during a long work session.
Mark, you were right on when you said we should look around to find more than one source for these lights. I found no less than 13 ads for identical headlamps on the first page of a well-known on-line sales company.
They seem ok for a budget light. As for the lantern, I would add aluminum duct tape to half the lantern, so you don't get blinded. Thanks for the review 👍
Don't like having to be pushing buttons many times. Most lights this days are like that. And they get hot. Sometimes old technology is simple and practical. Thanks for the review.
Mark, have you heard of the Nitecore NU-25 headlamp? I bought one for a month long section hike of the Appalachian Trail because it was lightweight and had a number of light settings, including a bright red light which was very useful around camp among others. It's USB chargeable, which is a real plus on a multiday hike with town stops along the way for recharging. Btw, I appreciate your reviews. Most of the items have a broader appeal than anything I would be interested in for a long duration hike. I'm 68, and lightweight camping/hiking gear has a special appeal to me. Weight can be crippling at my age while hiking in the mountains with everything I need carried on my back. 👍
I have not had the opportunity to test any Nitecore lights yet. I will see what I can do to correct that. I understand you "age related challenges" I am 64 with work related back and shoulder injuries. I limit my hiking with any amount of weight to around 10 kilometers a day. Thanks for commenting
Gotta admit, that light band is kinda cool, but I hate side of the head lamps. Besides, I already got the bio light headlamp because of what I saw, and your review. Never seen a red light lantern, but I agree it’s too bright for a camp site. An emergency car light probably would be best. Great that you’re doing some more budget friendly stuff. Doesn’t have to be cheap garbage, but $100 flashlights are beyond many peoples ability. You should accept all of them, then do a giveaway! 🙂🙂
I still use my BioLite headlamp despite having a number of new ones. I could do GAWs as you suggest. Reason I don't do more is the cost of shipping. Canada Post is so high as you would know. Thanks for commenting Jim
Both lamps look interesting from a budget standpoint but sometimes the "rubber" that these offshore products are made of can deteriorate over a little time and become very tacky. I had a tact light that worked pretty good but over time it became so sticky that I couldn't use it and it went into the trash. Made in China, I don't know if it was real rubber or wasn't vulcanized properly or what but I have run across this problem with other rubberized Chinese products too.
Ótimo vídeo Parabéns muito bom isso 👍
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My immediate thought about the head lamp with a flood-light feature is that it would probably appeal to tradesmen who work in cramped, dark spaces, ie electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and telecom technicians. Sometimes the spot from a spot light is just too bright along with harsh shadows, so the even illumination from a flood light is easier on the eyes during a long work session.
Very good point. Thanks for commenting
Mark, you were right on when you said we should look around to find more than one source for these lights. I found no less than 13 ads for identical headlamps on the first page of a well-known on-line sales company.
Kind of like "biting the hand that feeds you" but I had to call it as I saw it. Thanks for commenting
They seem ok for a budget light. As for the lantern, I would add aluminum duct tape to half the lantern, so you don't get blinded. Thanks for the review 👍
Interesting suggestion. I will give a try. Thanks for commenting
Don't like having to be pushing buttons many times. Most lights this days are like that. And they get hot. Sometimes old technology is simple and practical. Thanks for the review.
I know what you mean. I have a light I am testing that will fit your needs then. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Let me know about it when you are done with the test. Thank you.
Mark , good review , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
Mark, have you heard of the Nitecore NU-25 headlamp? I bought one for a month long section hike of the Appalachian Trail because it was lightweight and had a number of light settings, including a bright red light which was very useful around camp among others. It's USB chargeable, which is a real plus on a multiday hike with town stops along the way for recharging.
Btw, I appreciate your reviews. Most of the items have a broader appeal than anything I would be interested in for a long duration hike. I'm 68, and lightweight camping/hiking gear has a special appeal to me. Weight can be crippling at my age while hiking in the mountains with everything I need carried on my back. 👍
I have not had the opportunity to test any Nitecore lights yet. I will see what I can do to correct that. I understand you "age related challenges" I am 64 with work related back and shoulder injuries. I limit my hiking with any amount of weight to around 10 kilometers a day. Thanks for commenting
Gotta admit, that light band is kinda cool, but I hate side of the head lamps. Besides, I already got the bio light headlamp because of what I saw, and your review.
Never seen a red light lantern, but I agree it’s too bright for a camp site. An emergency car light probably would be best. Great that you’re doing some more budget friendly stuff. Doesn’t have to be cheap garbage, but $100 flashlights are beyond many peoples ability.
You should accept all of them, then do a giveaway! 🙂🙂
I still use my BioLite headlamp despite having a number of new ones. I could do GAWs as you suggest. Reason I don't do more is the cost of shipping. Canada Post is so high as you would know. Thanks for commenting Jim
great
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Thank you for your review sir
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cool
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How long do they function on one charge?
I have added the run times to the video description as provided by the company. Thanks for commenting
Both lamps look interesting from a budget standpoint but sometimes the "rubber" that these offshore products are made of can deteriorate over a little time and become very tacky. I had a tact light that worked pretty good but over time it became so sticky that I couldn't use it and it went into the trash. Made in China, I don't know if it was real rubber or wasn't vulcanized properly or what but I have run across this problem with other rubberized Chinese products too.
For sure, Chinese made products can vary greatly in quality. It is all about quality control. Time will tell on these products. Thanks for commenting