Storm 450 Headlamp
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Why We Like The Storm 450 Headlamp
Whether we are making a camp meal after dark or we need light to get back to the trailhead from the backcountry, we know we can trust the Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp. This compact headlamp can use either 3 AAA batteries or the BD 1500 Li-ION battery to power a bright LED bulb that can shine a bright light all over the trail or a small red light that doesn’t blind our camping partners. This versatile and reliable functionality means there is always a spot in our pack for the Storm 450.
Details
- Capable headlamp ready for adventures of any kind
- LED bulb offers impressive brightness at 450 lumens
- Elastic strap locks in a secure fit over hats, helmets
- Waterproofing allows for full accidental water submersion
- Long distance light beam lets you move through the dark
- Multiple modes allow you to easily switch up the light beam
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- Bulbs
- LED
- Power Source
- DUAL FUEL (BD 1500 LI-ION or 3 AAA)
- Batteries Included
- 3 AAA
- Modes
- full strength proximity, full strength distance, dimming, strobe, red, green, blue, lock
- Lumens
- [high] 450, [medium] 180, [low] 8
- Distance
- [high] 100m, [medium] 60m, [low] 9m
- Burn Time
- [alkaline AAA] (high) 2hr, (medium) 4.5hr, (low) 175hr
- Strap
- elastic
- Waterproof
- IPX67
- Claimed Weight
- [headlamp] 2oz, [3 AAA] 2.2oz, [BD 1500 Li-ION] 1oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 3 years
- Activity
- camping, hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, backpacking
Reviews
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 93 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 26, 2024
Good
Had mine for about three years before the latch just gave up. I used it in red almost every night around the house, often to navigate to the bathroom without waking my wife. Also white or strobe when walking in the dark. (I like dark.) The touch-max feature was used frequently, and changing batteries is easy, but never tried to do it in the dark. Max brightness was more than enough to navigate our dark yard, but of the most value when trying to connect an irrigation fitting at the bottom of a hole in broad daylight. It takes a lot of light to bounce enough back that you can see to work with. I never had a use for any color except red or white. Caught in heavy rain a few times but that did not bother it. The red is thought to be too bright around telescopes and astronomical instruments. When the latch broke it became unusable, flopping on the hinge. I tried to tape it but it seems made of a material that tape will not stick to. I plan to try another.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 14, 2024
Unparalleled brightness, battery life, and control
I am a Park Ranger and in my free time I hunt, fish, hike, and camp. As such, I rely heavily on my outdoor gear. By far this is the best all around headlamp I have ever used. There is a great balance in the brightness and battery life. Not to mention the intuitive controls allow you to dial in the brightness to the perfect level. The full brightness setting allows you to flood an area with light if you are on a search and rescue and looking for an injured or lost hiker. Not to mention if you walk away from camp and get turned around in the dark it allows you to turn up your brightness to help find your way. I also appreciate how easy it is to lower the brightness to the perfect level. When doing things around camp or hiking into a hunting or fishing spot I like to use just enough light to see. I use these headlamps not only in the field but around the house when I have to crawl into the attic or I need some extra light when working on my truck. I would highly recommend picking yourself up one or two. You won’t regret it.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 28, 2024
Weak battery compartment latch
I was initially pleased with this model: it was bright, lightweight, and easy to use. However, my satisfaction turned to disappointment when I discovered a broken latch after it fell into the hands of a child. If even a 4-year-old could break it, I doubt its durability on challenging terrain. Since there are no replacement parts available, I'll likely have to dispose of it due to its inability to function properly.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 23, 2024
Broken battery latch
I bought a storm 350 about 10 years ago, and l was very pleased with the overall functionality of the headlamp, l personally think that they surpassed most of the others brands, just because the versatility to be able to dim, lock , memory, your headlamps have some of the best functions on the market, l used that headlamp from hiking, fishing, hunting, camping…etc. and it will accommodate to pretty much any environment or circumstance. The thing that l liked the most was the battery latch screw in system. One time l was on a tree stand 18ft above the ground, and l dropped the headlamp, when l got down the light was solid, finally not to long ago l was surf fishing at night and dropped the light l thought I lost it and for my surprise, the waves brought it back, still lid on and apparently no problems, l unscrewed and little ocean water with sand was on, but evidently it damaged something inside and stopped working, that light was a tank! . Sadly l purchase last week a new storm 450 and l was blown away with the new features, and well known technology on the new storm 450, l went outside and was testing the lights patterns, when a was taking the headlamp out of my head l dropped, and the battery latch BROKE. So it was clear to me, that that headlamp or any of Black Diamond headlamp with that latching system wouldn’t make it 10 years. Taking in consideration that the new one just maki it few hrs. SO BLACK DIAMOND GUYS YOU NEED TO RETURN BACK TO THE SCREW IN LATCH SYSTEM and your headlamps will be a TANK!. So far l will not buy another headlamp from this company until the latching system is improved. So far looks like the overall functionality of your lights still be reliable, just for that flaw, the light is not worth to carry around, is not dependable. Thanks
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 23, 2024
Best headlamp I’ve had
I got this as a replacement for my old storm headlamp, this one is small and light but has the same power and benefits! I use it for SAR and when I’m at work and it just stays in my pocket
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 3, 2024
Good but not Great
I bought this to replace an older Black Diamond headlight so I’ll be comparing the new to the old. The new one is lightweight and super bright. It looks great and much easier to use the strobe light. Now, the not so great parts: the case is very hard to open to change batteries. I had to use a tool to pry open the clip. The strap is narrower making it a little less comfortable. Finally, the off/on switch is much smaller than the older model which makes it more difficult to operate with gloves on. Overall, I like the light and am keeping it but wish it had kept the features I mentioned.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 1, 2024
Plenty of light
I use my light daily to trail run in winter. Gives off plenty of light. Love the ease of use. Unfortunately the catch that holds the batteries broke the first time I used it. This is the second BD headlamp that has done this to me. Is there a replacement part for this? I still use it but, with electrical tape to hold it closed.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 23, 2024
Great head lamp, long lasting
Great head lamp, long lasting battery and multiple settings to get the right amount of light
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 6, 2024
Top quality product
Obviously excellent lighting and easy battery maintenance. But the look of the strap and light also just make me happy.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 30, 2023
Storm 450 headlamp.
The only headlamp you need. I use it for night skinning and skiing down these dark Vermont nights.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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