Review of Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

October 24, 2011

advice, gear

Originally submitted at REI

The waterproof Black Diamond Storm headlamp is built to withstand the worst weather, because the last thing you need when caught in a storm is for your headlamp to die.

Tested in the Himalaya

By MaximumAdventure dot net from Pasadena, CA on 12/24/2011
5out of 5

Pros: Lightweight, Waterproof, Adjustable Beam, Durable, Long battery life, Bright

Best Uses: Backpacking, Hiking, Trekking, Cold Weather

Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer

Was this a gift?: No

We purchased two headlamps for use on a Mera Peak Expedition in October 2011. We knew we wanted light but at the same time, headlamps that would work very well in very cold temperatures.

While we didn’t test them in extreme cold, they worked day after day for three weeks in below-freezing temperatures. We’ve been back a couple of months now and even though we keep using them (even through a recent four-day power outage), we haven’t replaced the batteries yet.

We love the adjustable power setting so that we can see clearly up the trail and also avoid the glare when reading in the tent.

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