What do people think is the best torch for: 1. Brightness 2. Modes (e.g. 2 LED's to 5LED's mode options) 3. Comfort 4. Value for Money, Thanks Cain
What do people think is the best torch for: 1. Brightness 2. Modes 3. Comfort 4. Value for Money
I don't own one, but I have used one. At the huge price tag of £12.50 you would be hard pressed to beat both the functionality and value for money of the Alpkit Gamma.
I have used a number of and own a number of Petzl torches including one of the Tikka variants (it maybe the Petzl Tikka Massala, silly name for a torch anyway), the e-light (which is actually pretty good even if it takes silly batteries). I have torches by Princeton Tec, Streamlight and many others, but so far The Gamma actually comes up trumps.
If you like DIY, try this!
http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Night-Vision-Headlamp---500+-lumens-with-/
Any chance of some detailed photos of the gamma? I've been thinking about a headtorch, all i have is the original alpkit 5 quid job!
Petzl Tikka XP
http://www.petzl-head-torches.co.uk/petzl_tikka_xp_head_torch.htm
One very bright LED with various power and spray settings, tough water resistant and very comfy on your head. You can get coloured lenses too. Around £30. Decathalon used to be the cheapest, and they sell cheaper ones with more LEDS of the other type.
If you want really bright Speleotechnics Nova 5 is the brightest single LED head torch, after that they get big and bulky
I was planning to get a Petzl Tika XP but after seeing the Alpkit Gamma...
It arrived on Friday morning after ordering on Thursday.
Used over the weekend. Just fantastic
Might have to get another now
Andy