Gear Review
Princeton Tec Corona Headlamp
This is the one.
By tpl3302889
Ranked #427 - Headlamps
October 18, 2009
This is the one for you kayak people... or most. I am a researcher type person. Batteries in the unit + water= eventual crap out. The batteries should be in the back as this unit has. Many onliners complain about the head lamp version breaking. This unit is all LED and provides plenty of light. Another complaint is the head band units with no head strap. This unit has one.
Okay... so I know my stuff... right? I was out on the surf in my kayak and I have just about everything tethered. I took off my lamp as the sun came up.... a huge wave came out of the inlet from a Sunday boater in a hurry.... my yak got rocked and my headlight went flying into the deep blue sea. ha ha True story. I am reordering ... but next time I am going to tether it to my life vest.
View Details: Princeton Tec Corona Headlamp
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Bulb Type:
- 8 LED bulbs
- Power Source:
- 3 AAA batteries (included)
- Battery Location:
- Back
- Headband Type:
- Over the top
- Burn Time:
- 36hrs (when all eight bulbs are in use); 70hrs (with just one bulb in use)
- Voltage Regulator:
- Yes—select between 8,5,3, or 1 lighted bulbs
- Dimming Switch:
- Yes
- Backup Power Source:
- Sure, stick 3 extra AAA batteries (not included) in your pocket
- Waterproof:
- Water resistant (can be used in light rain, but not for underwater use)
- Tiltable Housing:
- Yes
- Weight:
- [With batteries] 8oz (228g); [without batteries] 5.4oz (153g)
- Recommended Use:
- Camping, hiking, paddling, climbing, finding crap in the trunk of your car
Change me.