Black Diamond Men Spot 325 Headlamp

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Best for around camp or in a tent, flood lights cast a wide beam and maximize the view right in front of you. Black Diamond redesigned the Spot 400 with a lower profile and a more ergonomic design than some previous Spot models. When deciding on the proper number of lumens, it's worth considering that you shouldn't plan on using the light's maximum setting for extended stretches as it will drain the battery quickly, but it's sure helpful to have a strong beam just in case. Given the ultralight weight of the Nitecore NU 25, we were impressed that its lighting mode options are fairly comparable to heavier lights we tested like the BioLite 330 and Spot 400. Some people have figured out ways to hack 3rd party NiMH batteries to make them work(but we don't recommend doing so).

Black Diamond Spot 325 Headlamp | Review - Outdoors

While most can handle light rain, consider using an umbrella or wearing your headlamp under a hood during downpours.For example, when night hiking on the PCT, we'd turn the Turbo mode at confusing intersections or rocky and steep areas.

Black Diamond SPOT HEADLAMP 325 LUMENS OUTPUT (AQUA BLUE)

Some outdoor areas or parks may have designated "no-light zones" to protect wildlife or stargazing experiences. Ultimately, we think that dedicated bike lights are safer for the rider and for visibility, but sometimes, it’s nice to have a headlamp as backup. This max beam distance is better than the other recharagables we tested, including the 75 m of the BioLite 330. While some headlamps, like our previous Upgrade Winner (the Black Diamond Storm 400), have more modes, we’ve found too many lighting options get confusing. It's also a good option if you want to spend less on a headlamp than the Black Diamond Spot 400, but want higher performance than our budget headlamp recommendation.Just be sure to also take into consideration beam distance, beam type, and brand reputation as opposed to relying solely on the lumen spec. Our main gripe with BD's design is that the battery must be charged on the included charging dock, whereas Petzl's Core eliminates the need for extra equipment with a micro-USB port right on the battery.