Petzl Tactikka Headlamp

Given as a gift, feedback from the lucky owner:

The Tactikka wears well, and is comfortable whether you wear a cap, or choose to go without. The strap is easily adjustable while being worn, and retains it’s elasticity through rigorous use. It’s weather resistant to get you to where you’re going, even through that evening thunderstorm that you thought you’d beat back to camp.

It has a red light setting to allow you to see, while not blinding your camping companion. It has easy transition between this, and the three setting LED that allows you to conserve battery whether at camp, or just trying to drag it’s life out as long as you can. This, contrasted by the high setting, that puts out a blaze of light that will illuminate any area allowing for safe visibility during those times when you want it most. The medium setting let’s you have a useful balance between the two. Simply hold the button down for red light, or hold down again for white, then press 1, 2, or 3 clicks to adjust the level to your needs.

Lastly, the lamp itself adjusts to angle down, or back up by pivoting off the base. This feature has a sturdier feel than some of the other lamps I have used, and has held up well through the ringer. A great lamp for it’s price point, and it touches all of the bases. Still a necessity in any pack of mine.