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Black Diamond Icon Headlamp

Item #BLD1034 | 182 in Stock

Can anyone tell me how this lamp compares to the Petzl myobelt...

By Ranked #132 - Headlamps August 29, 2008

Can anyone tell me how this lamp compares to the Petzl myobelt xp in terms of how much light it provides? I want to use it for night trail running on very uneven terrain, and have used the myobelt and liked its output, but the petzl broke in less than 2 years.

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By Backcountry.com Employee August 5, 2009

From what I've heard from fellow backpackers (& Karl Meltzer is a pro ass trail runner & he uses it, that should be enough of an endorsement, see his review up top) this is the better light & if the Icon is cheaper I'm sure you'll be happy with that. But whatever one you go with, if you buy it from us & it breaks just return it, ya' dig?

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By Ranked #1 - Headlamps October 16, 2008

These two lights are very comparable. The Icon is slightly lighter, same 3 watt illumination, same high quality, & the same dimming capabilities. Other than the Icon being less expensive than the MYO XP Belt, it's a toss-up. I hope this helps.

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Tech Specs:

Bulb Type:
3-watt bulb and four 0.5-watt LEDs 
Power Source:
3 AA batteries 
Headband Type:
Elastic 
Battery Location:
Back 
Burn Time:
170 – 200hr 
Voltage Regulator:
No 
Dimming Switch:
Yes 
Backup Power Source:
No 
Waterproof:
Water resistant 
Tiltable Housing:
Yes 
Recommended Use:
Backpacking, hiking, climbing 
Weight:
[With batteries] 6.6oz (187g); [without batteries] 4.1oz (116g) 
Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
China 
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