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Petzl Ultra Headlamp

Petzl Ultra Headlamp

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$429.95
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Petzl Ultra Headlamp

When you run the Wasatch 100 for the tenth time, participate in Sweden’s 10MILA orienteering race, or bike at night, it’s quite important to be able to see where you’re going. Let the Petzl Ultra Headlamp lead the way. This headlamp provides 350 lumens at its maximum brightness and lights the trail with both long-distance and wide-angle light at the same time. The stabilized plate and foam pad fit snugly on your head as you bound up or down the mountain and three brightness levels let you balance how far you need to see with how long you need the batteries to run. Check the indicator on the battery to view battery level. An extension cord (sold separately) allows you to keep the rechargeable battery pack warm under your clothing in extreme cold.

Bottom Line: Don't let the dark hold you back.

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How does it fit over a bicycle helmet?

How does it fit over a bicycle helmet?

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November 22, 2009

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It adjusts over the helmet & attaches by using special clips. For the price it should include a round trip plane ticket to pick it up.

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November 23, 2009

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Rating for this product: 4

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By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
January 22, 2010

full disclosure i got one to use as a pacer from petzl. the light is absolutely amazing. i've used a lot of lights and this is by far and away the brightest, even when compared to $500 bike lights. my bottom line: it's an amazing light. i would not use it during a race because it's heavy. i will use it to pace friends in races however. it might be the best pacing light on earth... but it's drastically over priced.

Backpacker's Take on it:
"If you were the first kid on the block to buy a JetBoil, a SPOT, and a folding titanium spork–and your money wasn't invested in AIG–check out the Ultra. This insanely bright and comically expensive searchlight employs the most advanced outdoor LED circuitry currently available, quadrupling the effective distance of standard headlamps. It's easily the brightest lamp we've tested, rivaling the power of some HID mountain-biking lights; even on the lowest of its three settings, you'll flood your tent or kitchen area with brilliant, shadow-free light. Which begs the question: If you're going to drop $430 on a headlamp–a headlamp!–shouldn't it come with mounts for your helmet and handlebars? It's more illumination than most people need for hiking and mountaineering, and it's too expensive not to offer more versatility. It's not light, either, and burn time on the rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack ranges from just two to 15 hours. But if money is no object, go ahead–be brilliant. $430; 12.2 oz"

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Uh...is this light really $429.95? And if so, why's it so

Uh...is this light really $429.95? And if so, why's it so great?

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February 20, 2009

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This is a very functional headlamp that chases the night shadows. Great for going fast with confidence. Some complain that it has no bike mount. Get the helmet clips and it is quick to clear the corners and turns.

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October 8, 2009

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It has an IP66 rating. Which means dust-proof and storm-proof. Like the deck of a crab-boat - constantly deluged, but not submerged.

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October 6, 2009

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Not waterproof or even water-resistant at this price? I am not sure how this even made it past marketing. Yes 350 lumens is amazing for headlamp standards, but I would hold off, I promise there will be a light as bright if not brighter within the year that is water-resistant and probably will cost about the same.

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March 30, 2009

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It's crazy bright, lasts a long time, and the battery pack is detachable so you can keep it under your clothes when it's super cold out. I still think it's overpriced, but those are the reasons.

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February 20, 2009

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Tech Specs:

Bulb Type:
LED 
Power Source:
2 ULTRA ACCU rechargeable batteries (included) 
Battery Location:
Back 
Headband Type:
Over the top 
Burn Time:
[Economy lighting level] 16hr 55min; [Optimum] 5hr 5min; [Maximum] 2hr 
Dimming Switch:
Yes, dial 
Waterproof:
No 
Tiltable Housing:
Yes 
Weight:
[With batteries] 12.1oz (345g); [Without batteries] 7oz (200g) 
Recommended Use:
Orienteering races, trekking, running, hiking, adventure racing, biking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
3 Years 

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