Hiking Gear I Wish I Didn't Buy (& What I Wish I Got Instead) PT. 3: HEADLAMPS

Battle of the Headlamps:
Comparing different models to help you make the best choice for your outdoor adventures!
Find the links to the headlamps I mentioned in this video below!
HEADLAMPS BREAKDOWN 👇
Duracell Headlamp from Costco - 3 pack ($5.16/unit)
• 2 hr battery life, 3 AAA batteries, 575 lumens, Waterproof
Link: amzn.to/47Sv5vH
Ozark Headlamp from Walmart - $12/unit
• 300 Lumens, 96m distance, 3 hr max runtime
Link: www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trai...
Go For Wild Headlamp from Amazon - $20 (or $10/unit)
• 500 lumens, Rechargeable, Waterproof
Link: amzn.to/3Hjhra3
Petzl Tikkina - $24.95/unit
• 300 lumens, AAA or rechargeable battery, 65m beam distance
Link: alnk.to/btmLsJA
Black Diamond Spot - $49.95 (or $64.95 for rechargeable)
• 400 lumens, Waterproof, 100m beam distance
Link: alnk.to/fwqc1vJ
Fenix HM50R - $59.99/unit
• 700 lumens, Rechargeable, Can be used as a flashlight
Link: alnk.to/3nfUlep
Petzl Actik Core - $84.95/unit (newer version)
• 600 lumens, Rechargeable or AAA batteries, Water-resistant
Link: alnk.to/eDQp7sc
Remember, choosing the right headlamp is all about matching it to your specific needs and activities. For me, the Petzl Actik Core has been a game-changer for early morning hikes, backpacking trips, and solo camping adventures.
Let me know in the comments which headlamp YOU would pick!
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[@GGShinobi77]

I also have the Petzl Actic Core and it never let me down.

[@groundupadventures]

Such a solid and reliable headlamp 🙌 it’s soo bright too

[@evolv76]

Cool preview! Nitecore has some good selection of small headlamps also, but my recent personal favorite is Skilhunt H150. It runs on 1AA, has no red light, but has very nice warmish tint and good color rendering index (high CRI led bulb). I'm sort of "tint noob", as when colors are well differentiated one can see much more details and better 3D depth, imho.

[@groundupadventures]

Definitely agree with you on the colors. I haven't seen that Skillhunt yet, I'll have to check that out :) thank you!!

[@TheTeknikFrik]

Sorry, but audio is in left channel only.

[@TroyRahaman]

Bump. Definitely experiencing this with headphones.

[@groundupadventures]

@@TroyRahaman THANK YOU for letting me know, I'm so sorry about that!

[@groundupadventures]

Thank you for letting me know!! I'm sorry about that

[@Funglejunk81]

Audio wouldn’t work at all when I tried to watch on my tv

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely gorgeous work and brilliant topic my friend! 👏👏

[@groundupadventures]

Thank you so much!

[@jamesschuler7725]

Very informative. Great job!

[@groundupadventures]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@AnilSingh-rn3kx]

Fenix has a great line of head lamps i own a fenix HM71r a i enjoy using it.

[@chrisross1657]

Petzl Actik Core all day ! Love the functions, beam and brightness levels.

[@zenba2664]

I think the BD Spot is a good mid range option thats reliable

[@00badness]

My wallet and sanity thank you. My kids go on multi-day camping trips as part of the experiential learning at their school. My immediate instinct is to buy the most expensive, top-of-the-line because...my kids. But based on what they're actually doing/not doing and when, it sounds like they'll be just fine with something less expensive.

[@groundupadventures]

Ahh I’m so glad this helps! That’s really neat their school does that - what incredible life experience to get at an early age. Yes! Something cheap will totally do the trick, a red light is a nice feature if you’re going multi day and still plenty of cheap options with that feature!

[@standingbear998]

it is a shopping habit for too many people. gimmicks and gadgets instead of tools, skills and knowledge.

[@groundupadventures]

Hey friend, I don't disagree with you as we live in a capitalist society, and could see how you could assume this. I run an outfitter and am a backpacking guide, so I've had to invest in different gear for my clients to use, which is why I've been making these videos because I do have to test out a lot of gear (at different price points) for my job

[@briangood7837]

Ok.but what do you wish you got instead

[@gregoryscott9636]

Try Nicole you could be surprised

[@groundupadventures]

I haven't heard of them before!

[@surfearth1]

I bought the spot today for $50 because it said dual fuel but then found out once I got home that the battery was not in it and I had to spend another $30. I’m taking it back. Don’t waste my time black diamond.

[@groundupadventures]

Isn’t that so annoying 😅 I’m sorry :/ really can’t go wrong with the Petzl, you’ll never buy another headlamp haha