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Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp

Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp

Item # 751759
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''Plus'' in every way but size, this model is now 80% brighter than the original Zipka and features a five-way switch for increased lighting options.

  • Four different settings let you match your needs: select from low, medium and high lighting levels or select the bright strobe option
  • A row of four LEDs provides even lighting throughout your field of view with no blank spots in the beam
  • Water-resistant construction for full-on reliability in inclement weather
  • Retractable mini-band adjusts to fit almost anything; put it on your head, helmet, arm, pack or wherever you need light
  • Three AAA batteries included

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.

Imported.

Item 751759

Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp Specs

Specification

Description

Bulb type4 LEDs
Weight with batteries2.29 ounces
Dimensions2.2 x 1.6 x 1.5 inches
Brightness (lux @ 2 meters)High: 64 / low: 14
Maximum beam distanceHigh: 32 / low: 15 meters
Brightness levels3
Beam typeFlood
Strobes1
Regulated outputNo
Battery life at 70 degreesHigh: 100 / low: 150 hours
Batteries3 AAA
MaterialPlastic
RechargeableNo

Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp Customer Reviews

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Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp
 
4.6

(based on 39 reviews)

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good battery life (34)
  • Durable (31)
  • Bright (30)
  • Stable (21)
  • Adjustable beam (12)

Cons

  • No beam adjustment (7)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (38)
  • Hiking (32)
  • Car camping (25)
  • Day trip (22)
  • Biking (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (21), Casual adventurer (17)

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Jul

31

2008

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

Two have cracked open

By wayneb

from San Francisco, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Bright

Cons

  • Not durable

Best Uses

    Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

    I love the design of this headlamp with the retractable wire. And it's bright and simple. Unfortunately I've had two of these crack along the seams where the two halves meet to close around the battery. It's as if the plastic is too thin and two tight and when you keep it in your pocket or put the normal pressure of having it packed it cracks.

    The first I took back to REI, who were great and quickly replaced it. The second I didn't bother and tried some glue. If it was just one, I'd chalk it up to me, though I'm not rough on equipment. It's possible they've changed the plastic or the design slightly to avoid this, but if not, consider these "delicate."

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

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    9

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Awesome

    By AlexT

    from Boston, MA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Hiking

      Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

      I got this one by accident. I meant to get the 4 LEDs with the headstrap, but chose too quick without paying attention. Regardless, it was a good mistake.

      I like hiking at night and, while this lamp doesn't cast very far, it cast a bright wide beam that will light up the path. Good ambient lighting, people say it's like following a portable sun.

      The only con I can see is if you're a girl or have long hair. The strap tends to get caught in long hair. No problem for me, I shave my head. My girlfriend and another friend have had this problem. That and you can't adjust the angle of the beam as you can with other petzl models. Small price to pay if you ask me.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jul

      7

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      superior to most other headlamps

      By bobcharli

      from San Francisco, CA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Bright
      • Long battery life

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Around the house
        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

        All LED headlamps (okay, most) are great. This one doesn't have the bells and whistles of some but it's retractable cord makes it one of the best. Without the headstrap this thing easily fits in your pocket or pack. Maybe not quite as stable or comfortable as others for long-term wearing. If you have a beanie on, though, it's perfect.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        18

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great mid-level, compact headlamp

        By Dok Gene

        from Tacoma, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Long battery life
        • Stable

        Cons

        • No Beam Adjustment

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

        I use this headlamp (along with my new Petzel Tikka XP, which is much brighter and adjustable, but bulkier) almost everywhere: camping, hiking, hunting, reading in bed, in my carry-on, hotels, power outages, car work, etc. The size is the biggest bonus, and the retractable headband (I have short hair, if you have long hair it may get sucked into the mechanism so be careful). The brightness doesn't compare to the Tikka XP, but it's bright enough to see in the tent, or path to the bush, or whatever your use.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        5

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Awesome

        By daisysunshine

        from Port Townsend, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Bright
        • Durable
        • Long battery life

        Cons

        • Dogs Keep Eating Them

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Caving
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

        I've owned several of these over the last four and a half years. If my dogs would quit eating them, I wouldn't have to continue buying them.

        This is the only light I take backpacking. It's lightweight. The batteries last so long that I don't bother carrying extras. And I can just hang it on my wrist at night and almost forget it's there.

        I use it as a backup caving light. It's not bright enough to use as a primary light source in a cave. But in case of emergency, it would definitely guide me back to the surface.

        And I always keep one in my car and/or purse for power outages and any other light-requiring emergencies. Until one of my dog eats it. Then I have to buy another one.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        26

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Jealous

        By doo

        from Springfield, Mo

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Bright
        • Durable
        • Long battery life
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking

          Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

          I forced my poor daughter to buy this for herself. I contended that we already had plenty of headlamps. However, now I am secretly envious of her headlamp, but am too embarrassed to admit it. It is the perfect backpacking lamp i.e., small, lightweight and ideal for reading in the tent during those early winter nights. Highly recommended.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          14

          2007

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          long hair beware

          By kauaigrrl

          from Kauai, Hawaii

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Bright
          • Compact
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Long battery life
          • Versatile

          Cons

          • Gets caught in hair
          • Must use two hands

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Car Camping
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

          Love this product--it's size, strength and versatility. You can wear it on your arm when biking which is nice. The major drawback is that you MUST put it on and take it off with two hands or it will catch in long hair.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          13

          2007

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          And the winner is.

          By ali o.

          from Minnesota

          About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Bright
          • convenient
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Long battery life
          • Long lasting
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Canoe Tripping
            • Car Camping
            • Day trip
            • Hiking
            • Studying

            Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

            This headlamp was by far the handiest piece of gear I have ever had. It is very compact, and can be packed anywhere throughout the day. I would recommend this headlamp to anyone. The retractable cord is ideal for headlamps. It never needs adjustment and when you are done with it the cord goes right back into the storage area and you're set. It can also be used on your wrist to see trails or bears. Overall a great piece of gear. It lasted for 5 years until I lost it in some shrubbery.

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

            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jul

            19

            2009

             
            4.0

            Love it

            By Firefighter Bob

            from Grand Junction, CO

            About Me Outdoor Professional

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Bright
            • Stable

            Cons

            • No Beam Adjustment

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Firefighting

            Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

            Fits nicely in a pocket.

            • Gift:
            • Yes

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Apr

            6

            2009

             
            5.0

            Great Headlamp

            By Neecole

            from Washington State

            About Me Casual Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Bright
            • Long battery life
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Biking
              • Car Camping
              • Day trip
              • Hiking

              Comments about Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp:

              Initially, I thought the string headpiece would be uncomforable. However, I find it more comfortable than the typical elastic straps found on most headlamps. I've used this headlamp hiking, camping, and Mt. Biking at dusk. It is very bright, which is great when walking around, but for reading in a tent, I find it a bit bright so I use a different headlamp.

              • Gift:
              • Yes

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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