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Petzl Zipka Headlamp
Zipka review, not so glowing
By backpackdj
Ranked #1568 - Headlamps
February 14, 2007
My backpacking/camping gear selection has been an evolutionary process since I started hiking in earnest in 1993. First, it was 'whatever I can get my hands on/afford' ... followed by upgrade what I needed to. As I got older and became more financially stable, I began to upgrade everything. One of the last things to be replaced was my mini mag flashlight, in favor of a headlamp. The Zipka was the second of my headlamps, and at first I LOVED it because of its size and brightness and battery life. But after a few years of use, the flicker (seems to be a recurring theme here) has become too pronounced and annoying for me to tolerate. I don't know if the flicker is because of the switch or the construction of the battery compartment, but either way, I'm ditching it in favor of a new LED lamp that doesn't flicker.
View Details: Petzl Zipka Headlamp
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Bulb Type:
- 3 LED's
- Power Source:
- 3 AAA batteries (included)
- Headband Type:
- Retractable wire strap
- Battery Location:
- Housing
- Burn Time:
- 150h
- Voltage Regulator:
- No
- Dimming Switch:
- No
- Backup Power Source:
- No
- Waterproof:
- No, but water-resistant
- Tiltable Housing:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Super lightweight headlamp for 1,001 uses
- Weight:
- 2.25oz / 64g w/ batteries
- Warranty:
- 3-year Petzl Guarantee
Change me.