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Ep164 - How to Choose a Headlamp

June 10, 2025 • Snowys Outdoors

In this episode, Ben and Lauren have several lightbulb moments…

Our gear gurus navigate the headlamp highway, shedding light on choosing the perfect hands-free lighting solution for your outdoor adventures. This 25-minute breakdown is as bright as it is tight, exploring the technical details from lumens versus lux ratings to flood versus spotlight beam patterns.

The conversation covers power options, red light function, and practical considerations for both night hiking and campsite dynamics. Tune in for illuminating advice on how to choose the best headlamp for you!

Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
01:48 – How to Choose a Headlamp
02:53 – Ben and Lauren’s Headlamps
04:29 – The Petzl Range
05:41 – Lumens
08:19 – Lux
09:07 – Night Hiking
09:57 – Flood and Spotlight Beam
11:03 – Value for Money
12:28 – How a Headlamp is Powered
16:46 – The Red Light Function
18:49 – Petzl Vs Black Diamond
22:49 – Summary

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