Headlamps and Flashlights
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LightBench: A Laboratory Testing Procotol for Comparing the Performance of Flashlights and Headlamps
In this technical brief, we quantitatively evaluate the performance of lights considering brightness, battery life, and weight into an objective Lightbench Index.
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Podcast 113 | Pad Pumps
In episode 113 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about current PAD PUMP trends in the ultralight cottage industry, the challenges faced by small businesses during the holiday season plus a few interesting stocking stuffers.
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Staff Picks 2024
Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year – the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!
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Ultralight, Ultra-Performance Backcountry Electronics (Revised and Updated)
In this updated gear guide, I’ll provide some insight into the backcountry electronics I use, discuss their use cases, and explain why I chose those brands and models.
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Backpacking Light Staff Picks: Our Favorite Gear
Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year – the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!
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Black Diamond Moji R+ Lantern
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Black Diamond Moji R+ Lantern.
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Publisher’s Gear Guide Update (Nov ’23)
The Publisher’s Gear Guide has been updated. This gear guide contains recommendations in various categories by Backpacking Light Publisher and Founder Ryan Jordan. This is the gear he actually chooses to use on his own trips.
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Want to Buy (WTB) / Nitecore NU25 headlamp white headband
Does anybody have a lightly used white NU25 headlamp headband they want to part with?  I can not get the stink out of my headband.
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Nitecore Tube V2.0 USB Rechargeable Light – New!
I have a brand new (in package) Nitecore Tube V2.0. Micro-USB rechargeable (cord not included) $9 shipped I will cover PayPal fees and USPS First Class shipping with tracking. Thanks!
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FS UltraSpire Lumen 800 Ultra 2.0 Waist Light
I have for sale a new condition UltraSpire Lumen 800 Ultra 2.0 Waist Light. Comes with 2 extra batteries (4 total), charger and operation manual. I purchased this for a…
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Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp.
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2022 Backpacking Light Members Choice Awards
First annual Members Choice Awards – what gear do our members use and love as we near the end of 2022?
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Nitecore NU25 Headlamp
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Nitecore NU25 UL Headlamp.
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x2 Black Diamond Storm Headlamps. Both New and Unused
I have an orange and white BD Storm headlamp from a few years ago. I purchased 5 of these and honestly should let go of some of the gear since…
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BioLite HeadLamp 330
BioLite headlamp in excellent condition. Only used on one trip. It was a gift, but I already have a few headlamps I like, so selling this one. CONUS shipping only….
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How to Manage Electronics and Batteries in the Backcountry (Member Q&A)
Considerations for managing backcountry electronics including portable battery packs, batteries in cold temperatures, headlamps, cameras, satellite communicators, fitness watches, smartphones, and more.
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BioLite Headlamp 750 Review
The BioLite Headlamp 750 (MSRP $99.95, 5.3 ounces / 150 g) is a performance-oriented USB-rechargeable headlamp with several unique features but crippling reliability issues.
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Black Diamond Spot Headlamp – Like New
I have a Black Diamond Spot Headlamp. I purchased this a couple years ago, so I believe it is the 2019 version with 300 lumens. It is essentially in brand…
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