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Black Diamond Moonlight

Black Diamond Moonlight

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 13 Trailspace users

Description

The Moonlight is a headlamp made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 13 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From REI:
"With a variety of lighting levels and long-lasting performance, the Black Diamond® Moonlight is a great lightweight, general-use headlamp! New, power-regulating chip and switch allow you to select from high, medium and low beams, plus strobe. Three-strap retention system secures the light to your head or helmet. Fully adjustable tilt housing lets you direct light where you want it. Water-resistant battery case for reliable performance in bad weather. Three AAA batteries (included) provide many hours of illumination. Closeout."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"Four super-bright LEDs light the way with the Black Diamond Moonlight Headlamp and provide up to 150 hours of illumination. This season we’ve stepped up the Moonlight in terms of technicality—with the addition of a computer chip, you can now regulate the intensity of the LEDs or place the lamp in “strobe” mode. Use this mode in emergency situations—or as a beacon to guide you back to base camp. A tilt housing allows you to direct your light source where needed, while the adjustable headband €ts over helmets or beanies. The waterproof Moonlight Headlamp weighs only 2.9 ounces, which means you’ll never be held back. Tested to IPX waterproof standards. Batteries included.Weight: 118 g (4.2 oz) with batteries, 83 g (2.9 oz) without batteries"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Black Diamond Moonlight Headlamp lights up the night with four LEDs that provide over 70 hours of burn time. Weighing just 3.2 ounces, youll never leave it behind."

From Moosejaw:
"Four super-bright LEDs offer smooth, usable light that is directable and long-lasting. An IC chip allows for three brightness settings as well as strobe illumination for emergency situations. This low-profile lamp fits snugly on your head with a slip-resistant, adjustable headband that keeps it from moving around. The Moonlight, with its broad walk-around beam, is a great choice for short winter days when tours start in the pre-dawn or end late in the evening. Tested to IPX waterproof standards. Weight without Batteries: 83 g (2.9 oz) Weight with Batteries: 118 g (4.1 oz) Power Source: 3 AAA (included) Burn Time: Min: 70 hours / Max: 180 hours Maximum Distance: 12 m Four LEDs offer superb proximity lighting with an almost endless battery life Fully adjustable tilt housing directs light where you want it IC chip offers three brightness settings as well as a strobe feature Compact, lightweight lamp that is easily stashed in a pocket Tested to IPX waterproof standards"

User Reviews

rated 4 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Andrew Wolff, Nov 12, 2007

"I've hung this headlamp from the top of my tent at night as a lantern and it provides ample light for such a situation. Unfortunately, if you're looking for a headlamp you can bring on a night hike or see clearly across your camp at night, you'll need something much brighter. The battery life is amazing though."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by S. Smith, Apr 06, 2007

"Overall a great product, although showing its technological age. I bought mine about 4 years ago.

I bought this unit for use on backpacking trips because it's lightweight and very bright. I have used it at least once a week since and often more."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by tripp, Dec 19, 2006

"I bought this headlamp because of the price. You see, I am on an extreme budget. I was greatly surprised by the quality. It produces good light, and as has been said already by many people, the batteries last forever. I just took it on its first night hike, and was impressed with it."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by SthTrad510, Nov 01, 2006

"I've had this headlamp for about four years or so and I'm not that big of a fan. The light it produces is okay at best. Good luck trying to see something in the distance. One plus is that the batteries last forever. If you're looking for a headlamp that produces good light close up and at a distance I would look at something else like the Petzl Tikka XP."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Stewart, Oct 25, 2006

"For: very reliable and tough, batteries last ages, comfy fit, low weight.

Against: cable flex will wear it out, doesn't form a beam, barely bright enough for night-hiking.

There are newer superior products using single super-bright LEDs e.g. Petzl Tikka XP."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Rosh, Oct 04, 2006

"Good light. I have gone through three of them. Even lighting for close work and general night movement. I've also been in situations where I took the top strap off and used it around my neck. The wire, after constant use, will break. It's happened to me twice."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Kyle, Jun 29, 2006

"Worked OK. Super light and great price, but not very bright. All the wires to the battery pack were kind of a pain and annoying. Used it on my caving helmet and now one of the wires doesn't connect with the battery pack right, so it's kinda fragile. Got dimmer really fast after new batteries."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Tania Horne, Apr 18, 2006

"A great headlamp -- not too good for nighttime nav on its own but when you're with mates it's fine. I've taken it on two caving trips as well as on all my bush and alpine trips. Only niggle is that the battery pack isn't 100% waterproof when it's underwater... so as long as you avoid waterfalls you can't go wrong with the Moonlight."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Gordon MacNeil, Sep 24, 2005

"This light won't do if you need a searchlight, but for general travel in the wilds it is great. The variable brightness settings are great for reading and general business around camp. Others have made most of the important points, but I'll add that this is a wonderful gift to make to guides, cooks, aids, etc."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Tagheuerformula1@gmail.com, Jan 20, 2005

"I love this headlamp! This is awesome, I use it for everything, light goes forever on a set of batts and at 17 bucks don't feel bad about gettin it dirty. E-mail me if you have any questions about this light."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Chris Todd, Oct 20, 2004

"I have had this light since 2000 and have used it extensively. This torch lasts forever on a set of batteries. I have used it on a weeklong winter trip for several hours a night on one set. It is lightweight and tough. It produces a good amount of usable light."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Ryan Hammonds, Aug 11, 2004

"Light as they come. Great fit on head, no need for a hat. The only light I pack. Have taken it on three trips and have not had to change power source once."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Moonlight
Reviewed by Ed G, Aug 04, 2004

"This thing is a true jem. It is now the only source of light I carry when backpacking. Fits well, stays put on your head, no wiggling, wobbling or slipping and is so lightweight you hardly know it's there. I can use it for three nights and never have had to replace the batteries."

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