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Item 732778
Specification | Description |
| Bulb type | 1 1-watt LED / 3 standard LEDs |
| Weight with batteries | 3 ounces |
| Dimensions | 2.27 x 1.69 x 1.4 inches |
| Brightness (lux @ 2 meters) | High: 116 / low: 4 |
| Maximum beam distance | High:43 / low: 8 meters |
| Brightness levels | 6 |
| Beam type | Flood / spot |
| Strobes | 2 |
| Regulated output | No |
| Battery life at 70 degrees | High: 20 / low: 120 hours |
| Batteries | 3 AAA |
| Material | Plastic |
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
A bright, lightweight, compact, headlamp! I upgraded from another headlamp to get the spotlight capability, and I have never regretted it! The spotlight is fantastic for getting around at night, and the broad beam is perfect for inside the tent. Highly recommended!
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This light does everything from allowing a low amount of light for reading to a bright beam for skiing during a moonless night. And it's really light.
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I use the Spot whenever I need a flashlight. It always puts light right where you need it. In the attic, under the sink, outside. Also fits great on our bike helmets. I use the head strap to secure it under my helmet visor. My wife uses a velcro strap on her helmet. I love great products with great value....this is one of them. Bought them for the whole family.
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I read all the reviews about the Tikka XP and Black Diamond Spot and they both sounded great so I bought both and brought them home (my local store didn't have a dark place where I could try them). Outside the beams where similar until you put the Tikka in boost mode -- then it was a good bit brighter than the Spot. In reading mode (what I use the headlamp for the most) the Tikka provided a much more even light. The diffuser works surprisingly well. The Spot on the other hand created very un-even light (similar to my older Tikka's) that required you to continuously move the headlamp so that the bright spots weren't where you were reading.When I bought these I asked the[...]sales guy which was better and he said the Spot because it had two different sets of bulbs. Sounds like a good thing. But then he said he had never compared them. The Tikka's diffuser may seem cheesy but it's actually the perfect solution to providing even, consistent reading light!
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Cons
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This headlamp has served me well for backpacking, climbing, and any other outdoor activity. I covet the super bright spot light fixed above three smaller LEDs which illuminate the darkest of nights.
The only downside to the Spot is that it (slowly) consumes 3 AAA batteries which is a pain to me only because I always carry an extra set of batteries with me on all of my trips. The batteries are also a little difficult to get in and out of the lamp, but other than being a wienie about carrying a few extra batteries and having difficulty getting them in and out, I have not found any technical faults with the Spot.
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I bought this headlamp because I currently live in the Caribbean and power outages here are frequent. It has been very useful with its lightweight and compact design. I have used for everything for car repairs to studying and I never go on any hike or travel to another island without it. It easily slips into a side pocket on my pack or into a pocket on my shorts for easy access.
My only con for this lamp is that you are not able to use both the spot and flood lights at the same time, but it does still provide an impressively bright light in either mode.
I would highly recommend this headlamp to anyone.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
From alpine starts on a glacier to camping with friends on the beach, this is the real deal. Couldn't ask for more in a headlamp! Recommend lithium batteries for cold weather!
Pros
Cons
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Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This is the best light ever! There is simply not a better light on the market. I've used from manhunt in my backyard to hiking in the White Mt.s in New Hampshire. It is simply the BEST!!!!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
Dependable headlamp
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I searched through the available headlamps [...]and found this one to be bright enough for night runs and also light enough to stay put on my head without shifting.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
Cons
Best Uses
Reviewed by 37 customers
Sort by
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
A bright, lightweight, compact, headlamp! I upgraded from another headlamp to get the spotlight capability, and I have never regretted it! The spotlight is fantastic for getting around at night, and the broad beam is perfect for inside the tent. Highly recommended!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This light does everything from allowing a low amount of light for reading to a bright beam for skiing during a moonless night. And it's really light.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I use the Spot whenever I need a flashlight. It always puts light right where you need it. In the attic, under the sink, outside. Also fits great on our bike helmets. I use the head strap to secure it under my helmet visor. My wife uses a velcro strap on her helmet. I love great products with great value....this is one of them. Bought them for the whole family.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I read all the reviews about the Tikka XP and Black Diamond Spot and they both sounded great so I bought both and brought them home (my local store didn't have a dark place where I could try them). Outside the beams where similar until you put the Tikka in boost mode -- then it was a good bit brighter than the Spot. In reading mode (what I use the headlamp for the most) the Tikka provided a much more even light. The diffuser works surprisingly well. The Spot on the other hand created very un-even light (similar to my older Tikka's) that required you to continuously move the headlamp so that the bright spots weren't where you were reading.When I bought these I asked the[...]sales guy which was better and he said the Spot because it had two different sets of bulbs. Sounds like a good thing. But then he said he had never compared them. The Tikka's diffuser may seem cheesy but it's actually the perfect solution to providing even, consistent reading light!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This headlamp has served me well for backpacking, climbing, and any other outdoor activity. I covet the super bright spot light fixed above three smaller LEDs which illuminate the darkest of nights.
The only downside to the Spot is that it (slowly) consumes 3 AAA batteries which is a pain to me only because I always carry an extra set of batteries with me on all of my trips. The batteries are also a little difficult to get in and out of the lamp, but other than being a wienie about carrying a few extra batteries and having difficulty getting them in and out, I have not found any technical faults with the Spot.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I bought this headlamp because I currently live in the Caribbean and power outages here are frequent. It has been very useful with its lightweight and compact design. I have used for everything for car repairs to studying and I never go on any hike or travel to another island without it. It easily slips into a side pocket on my pack or into a pocket on my shorts for easy access.
My only con for this lamp is that you are not able to use both the spot and flood lights at the same time, but it does still provide an impressively bright light in either mode.
I would highly recommend this headlamp to anyone.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
From alpine starts on a glacier to camping with friends on the beach, this is the real deal. Couldn't ask for more in a headlamp! Recommend lithium batteries for cold weather!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
This is the best light ever! There is simply not a better light on the market. I've used from manhunt in my backyard to hiking in the White Mt.s in New Hampshire. It is simply the BEST!!!!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
Dependable headlamp
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp:
I searched through the available headlamps [...]and found this one to be bright enough for night runs and also light enough to stay put on my head without shifting.
