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I use rechargeable batteries all the time, 3 triple aaa last 11 hrs in my headlamps. Damned if I am going to keep buying disposable batteries at that rate. If you buy enough rechargeable batteries, you always have them ready when you need them.
headlamps and flashlights are always good to have regardless where you live.
What is the headlamp with the bats on the strap?
Led lenser H7R.2 hands down the best headlamp I’ve ever used.
Love my Petzl Pixa 3. Not the brightest (by Lumens), but good light pattern(s) and balance between brightness and duration. I only ever buy torches that take AA batteries – like you said, available everywhere. I use Eneloops, but keep a few packs of non rechargeable batteries, just in case I lose power for more than a day or two.
I’m so surprised of your opinion on rechargeable batteries… you’re basically saying “I dont want to change my habits and have to do any effort of keeping my batteries full, I just want it to work…” goes against the grain with the homestead thing! meh you’re probably not reading this, I’ll continue binge watching all your vids anyway 😉
I’ve always loved headlamps because I work with my hands. Covering spot v flood was good. Savvy peoples!
Why are you not using rechargables? Either rechargable batteries to cut down waste, or USB rechargable headlamps. Streamlight has one out that is 180lm, USB rechargable and 1.3oz.
In addition USB rechagables can be charged from a portable Solar panel or battery banks.
@pure living for life have you guys liked at the Fenix lights? They have a few that recharge using micro USB.. you could stop going through batteries
rechargable triple and double a batteries… they have more power than non rechargables.
If you need more ideas or options if headlamps, check out GoingGear.com . They have the most flashlights and headlamps in one store and tons of info.
I love buying from them. I don’t get anything from them to say this. They are just that good.
Also I really liked this video.
Rechargeable lights/units are stupid, sure, but so is buying dozens, hundreds, if not thousands of batteries that can’t be recharged and end up in a landfill. I have 6 AA and 4 AAA that I use regularly and have had for more than 3 years now with no noticeable loss in efficiency. They cost me MAYBE 40$ with a charger so like 13$ a year for batteries so far. I bought double the amount of batteries I need so when half are being used the other half are charged and ready to go, when they need to be replaced I can charge the ones that are dead so they are ready and waiting to be cycled again.
i bought and use DOLLAR STORE 24 LED units-modified by dremmeling out the miserable 3 “aaa’ battery pack
-and installing ONE HUGE 18650 cell salvaged from bad notebook battery pack-charged up as required from usb source
-so instead of mere HOURS of ‘aaa’ or ‘aa’ cells,it lasts MONTHS-before recharging required ~~
-and used double sided tape to onto headband onto back of unit
=total cost about $4
-have not “hacked” yet with SPDT centre off miniswitch to chose 0 or 12 or 24 leds
There are decent single 18650 battery operated headlamps. If you want to stick triple AAA ones, switch to Panasonic(Sanyo) Eneloop batteries. Either way avoid single use batteries.
You can also wear on your wrist and head if jogging
there are rechargeable AA batterys.
Why not use rechargeable AA or AAA batteries? 🙂 My Chargecontroller has USB output and with my goalzero battery charger/powerbank i always have charged batteries around 🙂 charge for free, environment friendly 🙂
Im a fan of the Petzl System, I can use the core battery pack and for the added safety I have batterys with me.
Like to get a Vichelo, how is it holding up in the backwoods?
get rechargeable headlamps…used high volume ones….2600mAh or higher…..and have a couple of headlamps that you plug in to re-charge….when out running get a cyclist lamp that has a headlight and a red rear light….which you can set to blinking…and if using rechargeable batteries then carry a spare set with you…..
Rechargeable NiMH battery packs.
Don’t throw your old battery’s away. If you ever get into a situation where you need fire and your wood is wet you can take the battery’s apart and use the the wrapping around the core to start a fire, I have done this it works well, even with wet wood. You will need a lighter or matches.
I have a tip for you. Real man use 18650 battery.
Buy only one quality lamp each and use rechargeable batteries for us. Sincerely your great great great grandchildren year 2140.
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Rechargeable is stupid? really man? Off grid living and you rely on batteries sold in stores. Rechargeable headlamps/batteries can now be recharged using portable solar panels via USB.
Hi can yous rechargeable batteries ???????????? good job.
Any headlamp that doesnt have an light indicators are dumb. I think the best headlamp is the bushnell 300 lumen headlamp. it has 2 spot light modes, 2 floodlight modes, and red light. it also has 4 indicator lights to let you know how much battery it has left.
That third strap is never long enough. Agreed about the batteries. The worst rechargeables are the ones that you have to babysit. If you charge them too long, or not long enough, they’ll die. If you charge them too soon, or too late, they’ll die. ARGH! Just give me the battery kind! I also have them stashed everywhere. You never know when the power is going to go out. You never know when or where you’ll need one. Last, I like the ‘coast’ brand. They are pretty bright. And for all their brightness, the batteries seem to last pretty well.
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Grew up on an unreliable electric grid and we used kerosene lamps as a backup. In fact I still have one in the pantry In case of blizzards and hurricanes. I do like the led lanterns. They last well, aren’t a fire hazard and you can hang them up.
U all rock keep going on
I know this video is old but I hope by now your using rechargeable batteries
for your next flashlight try goinggear.com
You should check out the Zebra light. There’s another comment below about the same brand. It is super bright, lasts a long time, and uses replaceable rechargeable batteries. I ordered my light with a yellow LED which provides a closer to true color rendition. Between my son and I, we probably have around 20 higher end flashlights. This is by far my favorite light, and the only light that both he and I own. If I could have only one flashlight, this would be it. My light uses one 123a battery, but if you don’t mind additional weight, it can be ordered in an 18650 version. I like the lighter version. Clipped on my hat, or strapped around my head, when camping I forget I have it on. I’ve found myself several times looking around to see where all the light is coming from and realize it’s coming from me! Problem is, once you use this light, no other headlamp will do.
A very good video but none of those are very good headlamps. I would suggest Fenix or Thrunite. There are many other good ones as well. Petzl and Black Diamond aren’t very good by today’s standards. Avoid all headlamps that use 3 AAA batteries.
check out the Nitecore HC60. uses 18650 rechargeable battery, can be replaced if needed. USB charge or from and external 12vdc /120vac charger. I have tried a dozen different ones but like this one best for nightly use.