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Black Diamond Spot Headlamp

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Item # 826319

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The Black Diamond Spot headlamp continues to get brighter and brighter. Updated to have a maximum light output of 90 lumens, the Spot is a great choice for all your nighttime adventures.

Equipped with 1 high-power LED, 2 white proximity LEDs and 2 red proximity LEDs for amazing brightness and total lighting versatility
High-quality lens tunes the light output and shape of the beam to make the Spot ideal for running, skiing, climbing, hiking, paddling and route finding in the dark
Use the high-power LED for maximum light output of 90 lumens; the white and red proximity LEDs use less battery power and are ideal for use around camp
Red LEDs help preserve your night vision
Strobe settings for both the white and red LEDs can be used to signal in the mountains or increase your visibility while walking or biking around town
Dimmer switch lets you choose the light output needed for the task at hand
Streamlined design sets the beam at an efficient illumination angle; ratcheting swivel head aims light where you need it
IPX4 water-resistant construction delivers reliability in inclement weather
Compact design fits securely around head with adjustable elastic band that won't pull hair
The Black Diamond Spot headlamp runs on 3 AAA batteries (included); battery compartment is just behind LEDs for a compact design

Please note: Black Diamond products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

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Black Diamond Spot Headlamp Customer Reviews

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by PowerReviews

Black Diamond Spot Headlamp

3.9

(based on 69 reviews)

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Bright (46)
Adjustable beam (33)
Durable (23)
Lightweight (23)
Easy to use (16)

Cons

Not waterproof (10)
Short battery life (10)

Best Uses

Hiking (34)
Backpacking (33)
Car camping (30)
Day trip (21)
Outdoor activities (18)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (23), Casual/ recreational (18), CPR trained (6), Outdoor professional (5)
- Primary use:
- Personal (20)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (39), Yes (3)

Reviewed by 69 customers

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May

2013

4.0

Solid but heavy

By Bradzo6

from Cary NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

A bit heavy for running but a quality product

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May

2013

5.0

Favorite headlamp to date

By mtntime

from Bozeman, MT

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

I've had several headlamps through the years, and this one is by far the best. I love the dimming option and the peripheral option. I haven't had it long enough to know how the batteries stand up, but will be taking it on a week long camping trip soon, so it will be put to the test.

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May

2013

1.0

No bueno

By K9Korpsman13

from Afghanistan

About Me Military/Law Enforcement

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Looks nice

Cons

Dim Red Led
Isn't Nice
It Broke
Not durable

Best Uses

Paper weight

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

After using this headlamp for two months in Afghanistan, the right side red LED stopped working and the remaining red light would flicker and dim. The elastic band warped and loosened on it's own. Finally yesterday the spring and plastic portion of the light that adjusts the light fixtures position broke completely during a two mile movement. Now the light worn as a headband uselessly points downward illuminating my face.

You might justify these failures due to hard use in a war zone. However, the light was never dropped, never exposed to water of any kind, and only used maybe 10 times in a two month period.

The only good thing I have to say about this headlamp is that the concentrated white light beam is very bright.

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May

2013

5.0

Handy little thing

By HammockCamper

from Ambler, Pennsylvania

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Adjustable Brightness
Durable
Lightweight
Red LEDs
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Night Fishing
Reading
Work Flashlight

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

This is a great little piece of equipment. Does exactly what you would expect.

Try wearing it around your neck with the flood mode on. Its great for walking at night or doing chores around camp and a little more comfortable.

Used it while catfishing in a torrential downpour, no leakage or water issues at all.

Service and delivery comments:

REI is great

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May

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Been in love for a solid two years now.

By AlyssaLikesClimbing

from Chicago, IL

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

Positively in love with this headlamp. I love that you can adjust the brightness and angle of the beam, that it has two white light options, and a red light option. No strobe as far as I know, but I never wanted or needed a strobe. It surprised me with how bright it is, too - in fact, it still does, sometimes.

And on top of all this, it's got beautiful colors (I got the red one).

I can't speak to the battery life, but I do get the impression my lamp is wearing out as it grows older in the sense that it seems to require new batteries ever-so-slightly more often. My primary complaint is that the headband has stretched out so much - not sure what I'll do once it's finally too loose! That being said, I've been able to tighten it as needed, and still have some space to tighten the band, should it get looser.

Please note that I have had this lamp for TWO YEARS and while it's only seen moderate to heavy outdoor activity for one of those years, I still use it on a regular basis just because it's so incredibly useful. In short, most of the issues I've had seem to be the result of its old age.

Oh, and one more issue: I tend to put it on upside down pretty much all the time, which I don't realize until I try to tilt the light, and can't. I'm not sure why this is, though.

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Apr

2013

4.0

Works well. Functional.

By Norm Stabler

from Cicero, IN.

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

I use it to tinker with watches. Frees up my hands. The light is bright. I like the fact it uses 3 AAA batteries. I can use it about 6 hours before it starts getting dim. It is functional. The tilt mechanism works well; and is handy. It is small enough I can carry it in my bibs front pocket. For what I use it for it works fine.

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Apr

2013

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

From Mts to the Plains, A Good Light

By Ben8

from Denver

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Car Camping
Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

Bought for a trip to Moab and it worked great. The dimmer function worked well, though everytime you turn it one it goes to full power.

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Apr

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Black Diamond Spot Headlamp (90 lumens)

By dwyatt

from Sacramento, CA

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable
Lightweight
Long battery life

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Spot Headlamp:

A great light for use at night for hands free convenience. I use it for wildlife research at night and it has consistently performed flawlessly. Plus the red light is very helpful when writing on data sheets or in my journal without blowing out my night vision. A fantastic product!