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Can the Icon Headlamp be used on a helmet for cycling?
By Garth Abrahamse
Ranked #1113 - Headlamps
July 26, 2009
Can the Icon Headlamp be used on a helmet for cycling?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Sara Gress
Ranked #286 - Headlamps
December 28, 2009
I was able to just loosen the straps and shove it over the top of my helmet. The battery pack was held in place by the flat spot on the back of my Specialized helmet. It works great for commuting, but if I was going to do something a little more intense, I would definitely rig it up like Bobbie did. And it really is like a headlight, which is great for seeing things and not being hit by cars. My only issue with it is that to light up things that are not right in my general vicinity I have to lean my head way back to get the light to shine up the road. Which is more my helmet's fault than the headlamp's; the way it sits on there causes that. If I rigged it up like Bobbie (which is awesome) did, I'm sure that wouldn't be an issue.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Bobbie4
Ranked #615 - Headlamps
August 23, 2009
Hi Garth, I've got a Black Diamond Icon. I first bought it for work, but I used it one night on my bicycle and I feel in love with it right away. I modded it just a bit. Basically the light unit was hot glued to the front of my helmet and the battery pack was attached with double sided tape and one of the original straps to the rear of my helmet. This thing works like a charm. I use the 3W LED on dark roads or in rainy weather. On city street I use the 4 LED flasher. On either the 3W or quad LEDs road markings and street signs come alive.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Brad Bleak
August 3, 2009
It totally depends on the helmet Garth, it's got a battery pack in the back that may get in the way, but depending on the helmet design it may work. I say give it a try & return it if you don't like because you would love it on night rides...it's like having a car headlight with you & I'm not joking dude! :)
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Bulb Type:
- 3-watt, .5 watt LED
- Power Source:
- 3 AA alkaline cell batteries
- Backup Power Source:
- no
- Battery Location:
- back
- Batteries Included:
- n/a
- Headband Type:
- elastic
- Tiltable Housing:
- yes
- Burn Time:
- 170 tooth 200 hour
- Waterproof:
- no, water-resistant
- Weight:
- (with batteries) 116 g, (without batteries) 87 g
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, hiking, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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