Black Diamond Product Reviews and Ratings - Headlamps and Flashlights

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Brand:Black Diamond

Located in:Gear, Camping/Hiking Gear, Headlamps/Poles/Tools, Headlamps and Flashlights

Black Diamond's NightRay Headlamp uses five SuperBright LEDs to light your way. Offering the versatility of using 2 or 5 LEDs, the output can be adjusted using three brightness settings, including strobe illumination.<ul><li>The center LED is lensed to project a beam for focused lighting</li><li>Dimming option and Mode Memory available to recall settings</li><li>Streamlined, easy to access battery box</li><li>The lightest and most compact full-function headlamp in the BD lineup</li><li>3 AAA batteries included</li></ul><ul><li>Weight w/o batteries: 3.2 ounces</li><ul><li>Battery type: 3 AAA</li><ul><li>Average battery life: 200 hours</li></ul>

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.2 stars

(based on 14 reviews)

93% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Adjustable beam(9), Bright(12), Durable(8), Good battery life(7), Stable(9)

Best Uses:

Backpacking(13), Car camping(11), Day trip(8), Hiking(12)

Describe Yourself:

Avid adventurer(9), Casual/ recreational(6)

Good Light, Irene

By Eye for Pie

from Anchorage, Alaska on 2/21/2008

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright

Cons:

Narrow based light housin

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking, Winter overnight

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this as a replacement for one that decided to leave me behind on a cross country journey. sniff. Which goes to say it worked well enough for me. You can keep the rear battery pack warm under your cap yet let the light peak out under the brim on your forehead.

Good Light, Bright

By Fireball

from Denver Co on 11/19/2007

Pros:

Bright, Long battery life

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I test everything at home before I take it into the wilderness. I bought the lamp to put on my Ecrin Roc helmet but considering it packs into a ball about the size of my fist, I will probably use it as a back up light when camping. The things I like about the lamp, it folds flat against the forehead when not in use. The battery life on high is pretty good too, I turned it on a left it on until the batteries completely died. I am not sure about exact hours but it was a couple of days.
The only thing I don't like about the headlamp is it turns completely off when cycling between high and low. I don't know if this is supposed to be right or if it is a flaw but with the brightness and the battery life I can live with it.

great light not the most comfortable

By crowflyid from coeur d alene on 11/6/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Spare Bulb, Stable

Cons:

Bulky, Heavy, Must wear with a hat

Best Uses:

Cold weather night runs

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This light has great illumination. The beam is stable enough for good runs. Both the light and the battery pack on the back of the head dig in and rub on both parts of the scull. It is perfect when combined with a running beanie so late fall and winter runs are optimal. I am sure there are better lights for running so I would not buy it again for that primary purpose.

Good for the price

By idav

from Charlottesville, VA on 8/27/2007

Pros:

Bright, Durable, Long battery life, Stable

Cons:

Not waterproof

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It does it's job alright enough. Great battery life, it's bright enough. The build quality was a bit poor. I'm not sure how weatherproof these things are.

Plenty bright

By Red

from NYC on 8/23/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Durable, Stable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Just came back from a friend's cabin in Northern Maine. No electricity. Used candles and propane lamps. When first arrived it was already night time. The lamp was plenty bright enough. i have no idea how anyone could call this dim. The various brightness settings, especially the lowest was handy when moving around inside without disturbing others. I have not used it in the rain or hard conditions yet.

super bright

By thekidzkid

from harwinton, ct on 8/20/2007

Pros:

Bright, Durable, Stable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Ive owned a bunch of headlight flashlights and this one is nice and light, and it fits well...i use it for everything

Lightweight and practical

By Fergie the Forester

from Yakima, WA on 8/13/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I just got the light so I can't comment on battery longevity and overall durability, but it is very well-built and the brightness adjustments are fantastic. The brightest setting is the most handy but for reading a book or to set the mood for some [*] downtime at the ole bivy site the dim settings are just the thing. Overall it's a great headlamp, it looks and feels good in the hand, balances well on the head and provides enough light to set up a rappel or change a flat tire. What more do you need?

great lamp

By hiker 1

from Vancouver, WA on 8/6/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Durable, Long battery life, Stable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love this lamp. The beam is adjustable from 5 LEDs to 2 LEDs, plus the brightness can be adjusted. I use this camping and backpacking as well as around the house.

Great light for a low price

By Living the Life in Colorado

from Denver, CO on 5/21/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Long battery life, Stable

Cons:

Dim

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Is a great headlamp. I have already used it a dozen times and does exactly what i needed it to. Has a long battery life and i like the beam adjustments. Works perfectly and is well balanced

Nice Headlamp

By Pablito

from New Mexico on 4/4/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Stable

Cons:

Loose screw on battery p

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great light but the screw over the battery pack seemed to strip and came off under my hood and I almosl lost the batteries!

I'll keep a rubber band or something as a safety catch.

Great for camping and caving

By anonymous

from north carolina on 4/3/2007

Pros:

Durable, Lightweight, Long battery life, Spare Bulb, Stylish

Cons:

Dim, No Beam Adjustment

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Caving, Climbing, Day trip, Hiking

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I havn't used it much yet, but it seems perfect, minus the fact that it is not really bright.

I would highly recommend this product

By jd

from Traverse City< MI on 3/27/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Durable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking, Night kayaking, XC Skiing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have 6 different Black Diamond headlamps-this is the best one I have used.

My favorite LED headlamp

By Lauren a skier from Spokane Wa on 2/11/2007

Pros:

Adjustable Beam, Bright, Durable, Long battery life, Stable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Climbing, Skiing

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I got this to replace a 3 LED original BD moonlight that was still going strong. Was impressed with how much brighter this was, and with the 3 brightness settings it's worked for climbing trips as well as skiing, but is not to bright for around camp. Keep one in my kit and one in the car foremergencies.

Solid Performer

By Doug

from Sacramento, CA on 2/5/2007

Pros:

Bright, Durable, Long battery life, Stable

Best Uses:

Backpacking, Car Camping, Day trip, Hiking, Walking the dog

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Very comfortable to wear. Weight is comfortably balanced front-to-back and side-to-side by having the battery pack in the back of the headlamp.

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