Petzl  Tikka Headlamp

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Prepping dinner at the campsite or heading out for a predawn hike gets a little easier with the Petzl Tikka headlamp. Its 300-lumen flood beam provides ample lighting for proximity and some movement.

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Features

  • Red lighting option preserves night vision; phosphorescent reflector helps you find your headlamp in low light
  • Features 3 white lighting levels: proximity, movement and distance; single-button adjustment allows for quick and easy brightness and color selection
  • Headband is detachable and washable
  • Hybrid design comes with 3 standard batteries, and is also compatible with the CORE rechargeable battery (not included)
  • CE-certified; IPX4 rating means this can withstand splashing water from any angle
  • Compatible Petzl mounting accessories (not included) allow the lamp to be attached to most helmets or bicycles

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Camping

Bulb Type

LED

Bulb Detail

1 LED/ 1 red LED

Red Light Mode

Yes

Beam Type

Flood

Max Light Output (Lumens)

300 lumens

Light Output

High: 300 lumens; medium: 100 lumens; low: 6 lumens

Max Beam Distance (m)

65 meters

Beam Distance

High: 65 meters; medium: 40 meters; low: 10 meters

Brightness Levels

3

Average Run Time

High: 2 hours; medium: 9 hours; low: 120 hours

Rechargeability

Non-rechargeable

Batteries

3 AAA; also compatible with Petzl 1250 mAh CORE rechargeable battery (not included)

Dimensions

5.3 x 4.9 x 1.7 inches

Water-Resistance Rating

IPX4

Weight With Batteries

3 ounces

Reviews
152 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

62 out of 73 (85%) reviewers recommend this product

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Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
love it - especially the red low.
tomofhack
5 years ago
Red lamp is just perfect for solo camping. Star watching and cooking over a stove i didn't even notice it was on till i looked down into my bowl and could see. Then something was prowling around in the dry leaves and making a lot of noise. Quickly up to full power and i could see whatever it was wasn't big. Back to dinner, bear free and relaxed.
tomofhack
Hackensack nj
17 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Product spec is totally miss leading
Namir
5 years ago
Works fine for the price. My main complain is about the miss leading description / spec. The 2018 Tikka spec say max of 200 lumens. The new (2019) Tikka spec say 300 lumens, with shorter battery . I have the 2018 model and just bought the new one hoping for stronger light. Guess what? the two are virtually identical. They looks and feel identical. On yesterday's early start toward mt Saint Helens summit, no one in my team could see any difference in the beam strength.
Namir
27 people found this review helpful

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Anonymous
Peterborough, NH
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Comments of a Tikka fan

4 years ago

I have had Tikka's for many years. I bought a bunch of them so I could stuff them in places where I was likely to need a light, like the car, and various backpacks, and coat pockets etc. What I like about them is their reliability. They just don't seem to break. Their low light level is enough for trail walking, but not navigation in the woods. To clearly see the path choices, you have to go up to medium level. High level is generally enough for longer distances. Unfortunately, like most lights, it will occasionally turn on in your pocket or pack. I don't know of any head lamp that has avoided this problem. My one disappointment with the new version is that they no longer have a whistle molded into one of the plastic head strap buckles. Oh well.

Age:75 or over
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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tomofhack
Hackensack nj
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

love it - especially the red low.

5 years ago

Red lamp is just perfect for solo camping. Star watching and cooking over a stove i didn't even notice it was on till i looked down into my bowl and could see. Then something was prowling around in the dry leaves and making a lot of noise. Quickly up to full power and i could see whatever it was wasn't big. Back to dinner, bear free and relaxed.

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Namir
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Product spec is totally miss leading

5 years ago

Works fine for the price. My main complain is about the miss leading description / spec. The 2018 Tikka spec say max of 200 lumens. The new (2019) Tikka spec say 300 lumens, with shorter battery . I have the 2018 model and just bought the new one hoping for stronger light. Guess what? the two are virtually identical. They looks and feel identical. On yesterday's early start toward mt Saint Helens summit, no one in my team could see any difference in the beam strength.

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Jen D
Staten Island, NY
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

great head lamp!

4 years ago

Wonderful product. I love the convenience of being able to use both batteries and a charger. It is comfortable on my head, the light is great, and i just love the look of this headlamp.

Age:35–44
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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bluemtns
Asheville, NC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Waterproof!

3 years ago

I’ve had this headlamp for several years now. Recently took it on a float trip through the Glades and dropped it off a chickee one evening. The next morning, when we could see to the bottom of the water, we fished it out- mainly to leave no trace- not really thinking it was salvageable. However, after spending a night on the floor of the Everglades swamp, this headlamp still works. Super impressed! Great headlamp.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Tylerr95
minnesota
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

just about as good as daytime

4 years ago

Bought this a couple weeks ago. When used on high lumens I can see about 50 feet away with a charged battery. I also bought the core battery. This is my second Tikka head lamp, I thought my ex took my last one during our divorce this winter but turns out it was rolled up in the tent and I found it this weekend when I went camping. I considered returning it, but I think I will keep it so I have a back up and friends can use my old one when I take them camping. They also work well wrapped around a nalgene to create "lamps" in the tent. I have had my old tikka for 6 years and I use it for everything.

Age:25–34
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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Erich
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Easy to use and effective

3 years ago

I like that the button control is simple enough that I can fairly quickly re-learn it if I haven't used the light in a while. The brightness is good enough for hiking at night at the highest setting (even the medium setting is adequate for that.)

Age:25–34
Yes , I recommend this product

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Difficult to useVery easy to use
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Justin
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great light at a good price

5 years ago

I actually prefer Petzl headlamps for their design and ease of use. This one is no exception; very easy to use with all the features I need.

Yes , I recommend this product
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BornAK
Anchorage, AK
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Decent headlamp

6 years ago

I’ve had a few of these now. And I find that for Thisbe price point it is a great lamp. Especially enjoy the red light to preserve night vision.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Peter H
New Hampshire
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Petzl Tikka headlamp best most comfortable around

3 years ago

This is the second Petzl headlamp that I own. Also bought a Black Diamond headlamp based on reviews and it is the most uncomfortable headlamp ever. I love the Petzl headlamps for their fit, comfort and quality all at a really good price.

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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