how does this headlamp compare with your average tikka petzl headlamp?
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Price-point wise, it's most comparable to the Petzl Tikka 2. Feature wise, the Tikka 2 is 40 lumens, where the Northbound Headlamp is 70 lumens. A key difference is that the Northbound Headlamp has a dimmer to let you set exactly the light level you want. The Tikka 2 has two modes (high/low), which in our opinion doesn't give you nearly as much light flexibility (for example, reading in bed where you might want very low light to not disturb anyone else. They are both water-resistant IPX-4. Thanks for your question and hope this gives you some more information.
736618
I would expect the CREE lite to be brighter than the Cygolite. I also have the CREE 1800 and it makes night riding like daytime. I like.my Cygo but really like the CREE because its so bright.
1393450
I would say i get a half hour tops on turbo. All these lights claim an hour or so on turbo and none come close unfortunately. No adjustment mechanism for the beam, just 4 brightness levels. The beam is more focused than anything, but has a decent flood effect
616835
Nothing impressive to be honest I'm really unhappy with my purchase I mean the light was visible during the day but I reccomend not buying this I ended up buying a Beltec and have been blown away with it ever since I first bought it I can honestly say it has saved me from a lot of tickets (used with stryker laser jammer) good luck with your choice.
751083
It's pretty bright. Not sure about the distance. If you focus it to a sharp beam you should be OK. It's only 500 lumens tho. I would go with the hkbayi UltraFire E17 2000 Lumen Flashlight Led Cree T6 XM-L Camping Torch Flash Light The Lamp With Mount Holder Set + 2pcs 18650 Li-ion Battery 4000mah Ultrafire 3.7v Batteries + 18650 Dual Charge. Those batteries are long lasting and they come with a charger. Good luck!
1449123
hi bob here yes it is amazing in low lite conditions I shoot pool in a bar and use it as helmet cam on my scooter and can see as good as daylite going thru town late nite in street lites
467348
Not sure what you are comparing too, but if you are comparing to harleys daylighter, this light performs every bit as well for half the cost. You wont be disappointed
1525764
I like mine. It's not too bright nor too dull. For the price I'd suggest trying it as you'll never have too much light..
736620
The chinese cree xml 1200 lumens is brighter but not by much. Those claimed 1200 lumens are rubbish although it is still very bright, its closer to 700 lumens and the optics are way superior con the cygolite. The cygolite is more trustworthy, realiability on those generic chinese lights is a crapshoot, especially with the battery. I have both.
1102486
It's OK. Enough to be more of a warning light for oncoming traffic. It's not bright enough, in my opinion, to be used as your primary headlight. I use this one in addition to another much brighter flashlight as my front bike lights.
669796
You won't get as much light for the money (1000 lumens)...with a helmet mount it works just fine.
1965796
The lumen ratings of these are not real. This is a bright flashlight though. I have a Fenix TK-75 which is rated at 2600 lumens and I'd say this light is comparable. Less throw and more flood but this is still a good light.
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Glenn- I use the "Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp" which has a blinking red light on the back for extra safety. It is also rechargeable so you don't have to worry about batteries. The head lamp is very bright, brighter than most battery operated Headlamps. I also use a some of the Lighter Petzl models when I'm away from home or if I don't won't to take a recharging Headlamp. Both Petzl and Black Diamond use rechargeable battery packs and AAA batteries. About the the only thing that goes bad is the head band. after about 6 to 8 months of constant use the head band is almost fully stretched out. Replacements are not expensive so order a couple for backup. Glenn- I use the "Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp" which has a blinking red light on the back for extra safety. It is also rechargeable so you don't have to worry about batteries. The head lamp is very bright, brighter than most battery operated Headlamps. I also use a some of the Lighter Petzl models when I'm away from home or if I don't won't to take a recharging Headlamp. Both Petzl and Black Diamond use rechargeable battery packs and AAA batteries. About the the only thing that goes bad is the head band. after about 6 to 8 months of constant use the head band is almost fully... » Read More Glenn- I use the "Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp" which has a blinking red light on the back for extra safety. It is also rechargeable so you don't have to worry about batteries. The head lamp is very bright, brighter than most battery operated Headlamps. I also use a some of the Lighter Petzl models when I'm away from home or if I don't won't to take a recharging Headlamp. Both Petzl and Black Diamond use rechargeable battery packs and AAA batteries. About the the only thing that goes bad is the head band. after about 6 to 8 months of constant use the head band is almost fully stretched out. Replacements are not expensive so order a couple for backup. « Show Less
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Personally, I wouldnt be looking at the cheapest light on Amazon if I wanted specs that are associated with more expensive lights. But thats just me lol! This is a very good, basic headlamp-especially for what it costs. Dont expect that its gonna be a diving light or blind deer at night(well, I dunno...maybe it would blind deer? Never tried it).
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That's very subjective. I find it quite bright even in daylight and the strobe mode definitely attracts attention. Indoors during the day, if I forget to turn it off, bike shop employees have commented how bright the light appears to them. Blinding? A dark-adapted person would find it quite uncomfortable at close range if pointed straight at them.
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It is very floody compared to the average tactical flashlight on the market. If you want more flood then the Zebralight H502 is the floodiest light I've bought and completely outclasses the Sc600 it in that sense due to the emitter being so close to the lens but then it has very little throw. The throw of the Sc600 Mark 2 is good and I haven't had an issue with it spotting things far away but the flood is why I got it. It is a good balance between flood and throw while being more on the floody side. I would say its a near perfect beam pattern for everyday tasks and needs and doesn't leave me feeling like it needs more flood or throw. Your mileage may vary. It is very floody compared to the average tactical flashlight on the market. If you want more flood then the Zebralight H502 is the floodiest light I've bought and completely outclasses the Sc600 it in that sense due to the emitter being so close to the lens but then it has very little throw. The throw of the Sc600 Mark 2 is good and I haven't had an issue with it spotting things far away but the flood is why I got it. It is a good balance between flood and throw while being more on the floody side. I would say its a near perfect beam pattern for everyday tasks and needs and doesn't leave... » Read More It is very floody compared to the average tactical flashlight on the market. If you want more flood then the Zebralight H502 is the floodiest light I've bought and completely outclasses the Sc600 it in that sense due to the emitter being so close to the lens but then it has very little throw. The throw of the Sc600 Mark 2 is good and I haven't had an issue with it spotting things far away but the flood is why I got it. It is a good balance between flood and throw while being more on the floody side. I would say its a near perfect beam pattern for everyday tasks and needs and doesn't leave me feeling like it needs more flood or throw. Your mileage may vary. « Show Less
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The 300 can go about 3 hours on a charge with the full "steady" headlight. The 420 can only go 1 hour. It's brighter, but cannot go as far if you intend to have it on full output. The 300 makes more practical sense to me and is already bright. Unless you are night mountain biking, go with the 300.