Headlamps for Trail Runners

I often get asked about what headlamp I prefer for trail running at night.  Last week alone I was asked twice via twitter what headlamps I use.  I've answered this in detail in TrailRunner Magazine as well (which I'll post at some later date).

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My Favorite Headlamp For Everyday Use:

Black Diamond Sprinter.  Lightweight, simple and provides a good light to run by.  Most importantly for weekly pre-dawn group runs and/or daily use.. it's rechargeable!

 

 

Light Type :  DoublePower LED

Lumens :  68

Max Distances :  50 m

Max Burn Time :  64 H

Weight Without Batteries :  100g / 3.5 oz

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My Favorite Headlamp For Racing: 

Petzl Myo XP.  I won't trust a rechargeable battery during a race. This light also lasts 108hrs, has 3 levels of brightness and is super reliable.

Light Type :  Super Bright LED

Lumens :  150

Max Distances :   97 m (boost mode)

Max Burn Time :  108 H

Weight With Batteries :  176g / 6.2 oz

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My Favorite Headlamp For Pacing: 

Petzl Ultra. This light is expensive, but it's amazingly powerful.  I won't race with this light because it's simply too heavy.  However for pacing it's only equivalent would be driving a car with the high beams on behind your runner.

Light Type :  New Generation Power LED

Lumens :  350

Max Distances :   59 m
Max Burn Time :  High 2hrs, Low 25hr

Weight With Batteries :  350g / 12.34oz

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My Favorite Headlamp For Emergencies: 

Petzl e+LITE Emergency Headlamp. I have on many ocassions found myself out much later than I planned with no torch.  This can be dangerous, but mostly it's frustrating to move so slowly through the bush or down the trail when you know with even a little bit of light you could be cruising home to that hot shower, hot food, or hot girlfriend.  I've more than once said to myself "the e+LITE is one ounce, just f'ing take it every time you head out." 

Light Type :  LED

Lumens : 16

Max Distances :   19 m
Max Burn Time :  45hrs

Weight With Batteries :  28g / .987oz