Head Torch

jellybeard999 · 11 Nov 2013 at 20:24

Hello all,

Looking to get a headtorch from santa for around a £30 budget.

I currently use an Ultrafire torch (was around £10 from dealextreme a few years ago) and a cheap supermarket headtorch. I find the headtorch gets used more than the torch, as it's more practical, however, it sucks

Currently looking at the LED Lenser H7R; any other recommendations?

Will be used for camping, hiking etc and I hope will last at least a weekend fully charged (12hrs?)

beh · 11 Nov 2013 at 21:29

Alpkit Gamma or Manta for half your budget.

Deus Ex · 12 Nov 2013 at 10:08

I've always been impressed by DX, probably just look whats on there and buy 2 in case one breaks, will still be cheaper and better than what you can source from the uk.

Shamrock · 12 Nov 2013 at 15:23

Petzl Tikka2

jellybeard999 · 12 Nov 2013 at 17:04

beh said:
Alpkit Gamma or Manta for half your budget.

Thanks for the suggestion. I've had a look and a lot of the search results for both together (to compare) are people upgrading from the Gamma to the H7 and being impressed. Though it's a little more money, I'm still leaning towards the HD7R. I think the extra power will come in handy when looking for that elusive stile in the dark etc.

Deus Ex said:
I've always been impressed by DX, probably just look whats on there and buy 2 in case one breaks, will still be cheaper and better than what you can source from the uk.

I bought my last torch form DX, but I'm thinking of going for something slightly better quality this time.

Shamrock said:
Petzl Tikka2

Like maglite, I've never been impressed with Petzl torches.

cheesyboy · 18 Nov 2013 at 12:00

As previously suggested, the Alpkit Gamma is very good - use mine for road running, so the rear red light is handy. Gets a lot of use for general household tasks too - taking the bins out and getting firewood in etc.

abbotsmike · 22 Nov 2013 at 15:16

I'm quite fond of my petzl tactikka XP, nice and compact with respectable battery life. It's great for night walking and short distance work, but did a few night climbs with it last month and found it a bit lacking in brightness. Keep having bad thoughts about a myo or similar but don't have the money!