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A couple of questions According to the Princeton website, the...
By Greg
Ranked #454 - Headlamps
July 12, 2011
A couple of questions
According to the Princeton website, the Princeton Tec Apex Pro gives off 200 lumens, but according to this website, it only gives off 130. As far as a I can tell, on the Princeton website, the Pro does not come with any coloured LEDs. Is the Pro being sold on Backcountry last year's model? I just want to make sure that I get the product I think I'm getting.
Also, how different are 130 and 200 lumens? I plan on using the headlamp for night trail running and mountain biking. Would 200 lumens make any real difference?
Thanks :)
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By Gone Fishing
Ranked #4 - Headlamps
December 18, 2011
I have not had any problems MTB with this headlamp. Maybe I am not riding as fast as some people do but it is sufficient for the trails and speed that I ride.
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By Nubes
Ranked #43 - Headlamps
December 6, 2011
Ive logged many miles of night riding with an HID set up. This light is not quite that bright but would be sufficient for night riding. I could see it being a problem if your bombing down a technical descent at 40 mph but unless you only ride downhill this light should be enough. the problem you will run into is that the batteries go very fast in high mode and will automatically resort to low beam when the batteries start to go. Unless you dont mind spending a $100 a month on batteries I would look into a Light and Motion rechargeable set up but thats just me.....
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By Craig
Ranked #265 - Headlamps
December 6, 2011
For MTB you want more like 700 or more lumens. The faster you go the more you need. 200 is for walking or a desperate situation to get you out of the woods at a slow pace.
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By gjw0232922050
Ranked #105 - Headlamps
October 18, 2011
colored LED's are available. Affirm on the 200 Lumens which makes it like broad daylight.
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By Gone Fishing
Ranked #4 - Headlamps
July 12, 2011
Greg, the new model lamps are indeed 200 lumens. You will notice a decent difference moving up to the 200 lumen light, especially for trail running and mountain biking.
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Tech Specs:
- Bulb Type:
- LED
- Power Source:
- 2 CR123 lithium
- Backup Power Source:
- no
- Headband Type:
- ,
- Tiltable Housing:
- yes
- Burn Time:
- 100 hours
- Voltage Regulator:
- yes
- Bulbs:
- 1 Maxbright 3-watt LED, 4 Ultrabright LEDs
- Lumens:
- 200
- Waterproof:
- yes
- Weight:
- 6.1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, climbing, trail running, camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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