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Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp
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Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp

Item # 720243

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This versatile hybrid headlamp lets you choose between xenon long-range lighting and LED proximity lighting for longer battery life.

  • Design is great for camping, hiking, climbing and alpine pursuits, as well as around the house
  • LED option offers maximum efficiency, or switch to the halogen option and bump up the power to a long-range projection beam (76m / 249 ft.)
  • Tiltable lamp body allows light to be directed where needed
  • Bezel controls both focus and on/off; xenon light beam can be focused from flood to spot using the rotating bezel
  • Bezel is easy to use, even with gloves or mittens; can be locked in the off position, preventing unit from accidentally being turned on in your pack
  • Simple, adjustable elastic headband is comfortable to wear and easy to put on, even in the dark
  • Comes with a spare xenon bulb and three AA batteries

Please note: Petzl products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses. Petzl warns against the use of lithium batteries with this headlamp as doing so might cause the lamp to overheat and damage the LED bulbs.

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Item 720243

Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp Specs

Specification

Description

Bulb typeHalogen and 3 LEDs
Weight with batteries6.5 ounces
Dimensions3.3 x 2.9 x 2 inches
Brightness (lux @ 2 meters)High: 361/ low: 39
Maximum beam distanceHigh: 76 / low: 25 meters
Brightness levels2
Beam typeHalogen: Adjustable / LED: Flood
StrobesNone
Regulated outputNo
Battery life at 70 degreesHigh: 4 / low: 130 hours
Batteries3 AA
MaterialPlastic
RechargeableNo

Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp Customer Reviews

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Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp
 
4.1

(based on 8 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Adjustable beam (7)
  • Bright (6)
  • Durable (6)
  • Stable (4)

Cons

  • Heavy (4)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (6)
  • Car camping (6)
  • Day trip (3)
  • Hiking (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (6), Casual adventurer (3)

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Jun

28

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

This is my third Myolite 3

By Tramp

from San Jose, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Everything mentioned abv

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everything

    Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

    I use this headlamp in work and play. I can pick which light to use depending on needs. I love that it uses AA batteries and weight has never been an issue, however I did say that this is my third one. Where the battery cable goes into the bezel is a weak spot. This is where my first two lamps failed and because of design and warranty I did not attempt a field repair. The line in, should be reinforced with a sleeve at the weak point! Also I would like a choice in using 1,2 or 3 LED's, so I can chose one LED for reading at night or all three for when I'm looking for lost items. I've spent a lot of time reviewing other headlamps, I think this one is the closest fit to my needs.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jan

    31

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great headlamp

    By Garrett A.

    from Nashville, TN

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Adaptable
    • Adjustable Beam
    • Bright
    • Durable
    • Long battery life
    • Spare Bulb
    • Stable

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
    • Day trip
    • Hiking

    Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

    Xenon/LED hybrid is worth the cost in $ and oz. It uses 3 AA batteries as opposed to AAAs that LED-only headlamps use: a little more bulk, but worth it for the additional capacity. Haven't had any problem with the strap, and have found no need for an additional over-the-head strap, but I can see where people might want it.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    10

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Awesome lamp

    By HikingHunter

    from Denver, Colorado

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Adjustable Beam
    • Bright
    • Durable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Hiking

      Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

      This headlamp is great for out in the woods. The batteries last forever with the LED's and having the ability to turn on the halogen when I need it is a really nice feature.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      18

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp

      By cabin

      from Somewhere near Boston

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable

      Cons

      • No overhead strap
      • Pricey

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking

      Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

      I purchased this headlamp online not realizing that it didn't have a strap over the top of your head, but you can purchase the "missing" strap from Petzl (which I did) [...] With out the top strap the lamp just didn't fit right (maybe I'm just used to the top strap on the other lamps I have owned). The MyoLite is a little pricey for what you get, I’ve since purchased a Black Diamond Zenix IQ and like it’s features, and so the Myolite has been relegated to the bottom of the pack

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      15

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      hybrid, nuf said

      By hikeandclimb

      from edmond, ok

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Spare Bulb

      Cons

      • Bulky
      • Dim
      • Heavy
      • Low battery life

      Best Uses

      • Car Camping
      • Day trip

      Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

      its a heavy light compared to some, msot people get the hybrid lights so they can have a good spot beam, but... the led's on this lamp are brighter and go farther than the xenon bulb. i tried this light for my car camping/caving duties, and it works ok, but not exceptional.

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      14

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      I LOVE this light

      By Chiquita

      from Whites, NH

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Canoing
      • Car Camping
      • Day trip
      • Hiking
      • Mountain biking

      Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

      This is a great light for just about any nighttime use. The battery lasts forever on the LED setting and the Halogen gives you that extra shine when you need to find something. It is a little heavy, but that slight flaw is outweighed by the peace-of-mind it provides

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      11

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      True Hybrid

      By Pelican

      from San Diego

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping

      Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

      I love the versatility in this headlamp. I can save my batteries and run the LEDs, which are plenty bright, or go for a night hike with the halogen. It's a bit bulky with the 4 AAs, but the ability to switch from LED to halogen is worth it. I use rechargables and they last and entire three day trip. It is also very water resistent.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Apr

      19

      2009

       
      4.0

      Very versatile, but keep spare batteries

      By WisconsinBison

      from NYC

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Long battery life
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Around the house
        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping

        Comments about Petzl MyoLite 3 Hybrid Headlamp:

        Besides the usual outdoor uses (camping, night hikes, etc.), I use this a lot around the house when working on stuff in dark areas (under the sink, attic corners, etc.) I use the LEDs most of the time because they are so bright.

        It's important to change the batteries if you expect to use the Xenon light. The LEDs are so bright, you'll think you have a good charge, but when you switch to the Xenon it can be dim. With fresh batteries the Xenon great for a couple hours of night hiking, then going back to the LEDs at camp.

        My one gripe is that it can seem that the light is off when really it is on the Xenon setting, but too weak to generate light. Others in my family will use the light and twist the housing the wrong way. The batteries would have been good for many more LED hours but they are burned away.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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