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User Review: Black Diamond Apollo

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Source: received it as a personal gift

Summary

It does weigh a bit for backpacking, but I like to car camp too. The light can be very bright, but is almost infinitely adjustable. It is built well and has a split ring mounting hook on top.

Pros

  • Adjustable light output
  • Compact, Lumens-per-size ratio is high
  • Good light dispertion, very diffuse
  • Great battery life
  • Super easy to use. No secret codes on the buttons
  • It has cool battery level lights

Cons

  • A bit heavy for ultra light backpacking (but maybe worth it)

I got this as a Christmas present from my daughter. I did hint just a bit.

I love this light. I have replaced the florescent light on my desk with it. I am writing this review by Apollo light. If you want to be green buy this light, get 4 rechargeable AA batteries and a solar charger. With this setup you can replace a light in your house with a sustainable light (Very Eco friendly).

This light can easily replace a reading light or a desk light. Outdoors the light gives out very even light cast. Walking about I can see a good 20'(7m) around the light. I will add to the review after spring camping. 

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