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Black Diamond Gemini

Black Diamond Gemini

Average Rating: rated 5.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users

Description

The Gemini is a headlamp made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From REI:
"The award-winning Black Diamond® Gemini headlamp, with xenon and LED options, optimizes illumination for rock, snow and ice users! Two lights are better than one--this headlamp combines a bright, route-finding xenon spotlight with a pair of power-conserving LEDs. Xenon halogen bulb casts a bright light; prismatic reflector gives even illumination throughout the beam. Two efficient LEDs cast smooth, even light; long-life xenon halogen bulb casts a bright beam for nearly four hours. Three-way, push-button switch toggles between light options; positioned to prevent light from accidentally being turned on. Compact, three-AA battery pack at the back of the headband; heavy rubber gasket keeps rain and snow out of the battery pack. Comfortable three-strap headband is completely adjustable. Batteries and a spare long-life xenon bulb included. Closeout."

From Moosejaw:
"This is the optimal climber's light. The xenon bulb's laser-like beam offers excellent night-piercing illumination and the two LEDs provide good proximity lighting. Compact and lightweight, the Gemini works great as a three-season lamp for climbing. Run the xenon when climbing, and the LEDs when perfecting the belay. The Gemini excels in all conditions in the backcountry or if you're just afraid of the dark. Spare Bright Xenon Bulb included. Weight without batteries: 126 g (4.4 oz) Weight with batteries: 195 g (6.9 oz) Integrated Hybrid lamp with dual LEDs and xenon light source Dual LEDs provide enough light for most backcountry activities Compact, integrated design won't weigh you down Tested to IPX waterproof standards"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Black Diamond Gemini Headlamp has a Long Life Xenon Halogen bulb for camp chores and a Bright Xenon Halogen bulb for traveling or climbing at night."

From RockCreek:
"With an LED and a xenon bulb, the inventive dual light source of the Black Diamond Gemini Headlamp makes it ideal for a wide range of backcountry applications ranging from backpacking to alpine climbing.Different situations require different kinds of illumination. Climbing at night or scoping out a decent? A xenon light source is best. Reading on a portaledge or in a tent? An LED"

User Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars Gemini
Reviewed by Rosh, Oct 04, 2006

"The setup is not too bulky and has good features. The batteries last for a long time compared to other lights. Both modes function great; between tent and camp brightness to trail movement. Even in -25 for hours in Alaska, the light works great. I choose this over the Moonlight."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Gemini
Reviewed by Prelucir, Apr 23, 2006

"I have had this lamp for a few years, but have finally used it the other day. Although I have been hiking for years, I just started backpacking.

I used this light a couple of days past and I was very pleased with its performance. I am sure I could hike a trail out with this light in moonlight mode without a problem."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Gemini
Reviewed by Mike Leonard, Nov 23, 2004

"I use this light for nighttime cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. This light is simply awesome for what I use it for. Makes an excellent trail light and all-around camp light."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Gemini
Reviewed by Jono, Sep 07, 2004

"I have the older version of the headlamp with one LED and one halogen globe. Still an excellent headlamp and has never let me down. You get hundreds of hours out of the LED light (not exaggerating) and you do not need to worry about waterproofness."

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