Waterproof headlamp - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

jorluivil · 04-06-2012, 05:47 PM

So I finally decided to drop a few dimes on a good waterproof headlamp, need to get ready for those night sessions wink

wink. I received a $30 certificate from REI and they have a 20% coupon online so I'm heading their tomorrow. Any suggestions?

I'm considering this one

http://www.rei.com/product/830818/bl...inter-headlamp

echo1er · 04-06-2012, 05:50 PM

post up a video of the selection and a review of what you get.

fishingfiend · 04-06-2012, 06:13 PM

I opted for the Black Diamond Storm. 4 AAA batteries, waterproof and up to 100 lumens was enough for me. I liked it so much, bought my dad one too.

I'm not sure if the Sprinter can take regular batteries? If it's only usb, that might cause and issue.

http://www.rei.com/product/814301/bl...storm-headlamp

kobra · 04-06-2012, 06:16 PM

Better get 2 of them if you're going to be out all night.

Or use the low output mostly. Looks like a nice light George.

-scallywag- · 04-06-2012, 06:26 PM

Looks pricey....i ordered 6 of these a while back.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-6-Super-...item35baace5bb

If you search around you can find them for 2.99ea w/free shipping. It took a while to get them but they are the same as the entergizer version sold in the major reatailers for $15-20. I like them cause the push button on/off is tough to acidentally hit while you have it in you drybag or whatever....I've only broke on so far only because it got dunked.

Since everything on my yak is destine for Davies locker anyway, i have a hard time spending alot of $$ on such a simple piece of equipment.

jorluivil · 04-06-2012, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo1er

post up a video of the selection and a review of what you get.

Its in the works

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishingfiend

I opted for the Black Diamond Storm. 4 AAA batteries, waterproof and up to 100 lumens was enough for me. I liked it so much, bought my dad one too.

I'm not sure if the Sprinter can take regular batteries? If it's only usb, that might cause and issue.

http://www.rei.com/product/814301/bl...storm-headlamp

Its waterproof so I should not have any issue, since the storm is also waterproof that's my other option

Quote:

Originally Posted by -scallywag-

Looks pricey....i ordered 6 of these a while back.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-6-Super-...item35baace5bb

If you search around you can find them for 2.99ea w/free shipping. It took a while to get them but they are the same as the entergizer version sold in the major reatailers for $15-20. I like them cause the push button on/off is tough to acidentally hit while you have it in you drybag or whatever....I've only broke on so far only because it got dunked.

Since everything on my yak is destine for Davies locker anyway, i have a hard time spending alot of $$ on such a simple piece of equipment.

I have a $30 certificate and a 20% off coupon so the light shouldn't cost more than $30 after taxes

J3FFro · 04-06-2012, 06:47 PM

That Black Diamond Storm looks nice, price is good too..

Both headlamps are submersible up to 1m..

f'nsabiki · 04-06-2012, 07:35 PM

FUCK REI!!!!!! buy in online
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/a...6&d=1325893972

Salty Dog · 04-06-2012, 11:09 PM

I got the Storm too. Really awesome. Used to use Petzl Tikka XP, XP II, and E-Lite. The Storm retired them all.
I would steer away from the Sprinter. I have Petzl and BD headlamps with external batteries. That cable that connects the battery to the fixture always seems to fail from wear and tear over time.

T Bone · 04-08-2012, 10:12 AM

I have a coast HP7

It takes 3 AAA batts and is 145 lumens but has a lever that will dim it down to about 20 lumens.the lens has a dial focus that adjusts from spot to flood.I got it at Lowes it was $50.I have been very happy with it but it is a battery hog on high but amazingly brite.It is a single LED a CREE type(whatever that is)

I like the idea of a rechargeable battery though.I use mine all the time at work.

dorado_bite · 04-08-2012, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishingfiend

I opted for the Black Diamond Storm. 4 AAA batteries, waterproof and up to 100 lumens was enough for me. I liked it so much, bought my dad one too.

I'm not sure if the Sprinter can take regular batteries? If it's only usb, that might cause and issue.

http://www.rei.com/product/814301/bl...storm-headlamp

X2 on the storm, I've got one & I love it...rugged & reliable and u can't beat REI's warranty!

04-08-2012, 10:12 AM	#10
T Bone Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Redlands CA Posts: 871	I have a coast HP7 It takes 3 AAA batts and is 145 lumens but has a lever that will dim it down to about 20 lumens.the lens has a dial focus that adjusts from spot to flood.I got it at Lowes it was $50.I have been very happy with it but it is a battery hog on high but amazingly brite.It is a single LED a CREE type(whatever that is) I like the idea of a rechargeable battery though.I use mine all the time at work. __________________ Barachit Baralah,Elohim-In the beginning,God-Genesis 1:1 "Who among you,if your son asked for a fish would give them a serpent " Jesus Matt. 7:10

04-06-2012, 05:50 PM	#2
echo1er Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 598	post up a video of the selection and a review of what you get.

04-06-2012, 06:13 PM	#3
fishingfiend Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 196	I opted for the Black Diamond Storm. 4 AAA batteries, waterproof and up to 100 lumens was enough for me. I liked it so much, bought my dad one too. I'm not sure if the Sprinter can take regular batteries? If it's only usb, that might cause and issue. http://www.rei.com/product/814301/bl...storm-headlamp

04-06-2012, 06:16 PM	#4
kobra Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: oceanside Posts: 880	Better get 2 of them if you're going to be out all night. Or use the low output mostly. Looks like a nice light George.

04-06-2012, 06:26 PM	#5
-scallywag- Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: on the road... Posts: 598	Looks pricey....i ordered 6 of these a while back. http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-6-Super-...item35baace5bb If you search around you can find them for 2.99ea w/free shipping. It took a while to get them but they are the same as the entergizer version sold in the major reatailers for $15-20. I like them cause the push button on/off is tough to acidentally hit while you have it in you drybag or whatever....I've only broke on so far only because it got dunked. Since everything on my yak is destine for Davies locker anyway, i have a hard time spending alot of $$ on such a simple piece of equipment.

04-06-2012, 06:47 PM	#7
J3FFro Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Cali Posts: 120	That Black Diamond Storm looks nice, price is good too.. Both headlamps are submersible up to 1m..

04-06-2012, 07:35 PM	#8
f'nsabiki Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 309	FUCK REI!!!!!! buy in online http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/a...6&d=1325893972

04-06-2012, 11:09 PM	#9
Salty Dog loves bacon Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Behind The Orange Curtain Posts: 110	I got the Storm too. Really awesome. Used to use Petzl Tikka XP, XP II, and E-Lite. The Storm retired them all. I would steer away from the Sprinter. I have Petzl and BD headlamps with external batteries. That cable that connects the battery to the fixture always seems to fail from wear and tear over time.