User Review: Black Diamond Spot
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Price Paid: $25 on eBay
I just had to buy one to find out how good it was... well...it's not that great I was really disappointed. :('
What I liked: It's lightweight -- has three smaller low current LEDs for proximity lighting with three levels of light for both sets of LEDs. Spot is comparably bright to the other headlamps.
What I didn't like: Made in China. Lens is easily scratched -- the light pivots up and down far too easily -- any unintentional movement knocks the headlamp out of aim. Appears to be cheaply made so I have my doubts about its long term durability. Far too expensive of a headlamp at retail prices when compared to similar but superior headlamps such as Princeton TEC EOS and Petzl Tikka XP. :)
Princeton TEC EOS is hands down a far better choice. Assembled in the USA at [least they are making an effort], very durable design and even regulated LED that DO NOT flicker! The Petzl Tikka XP is another excellent choice. I really like the diffuser which makes it great for reading or some improved proximity lighting and the instant extra bright boost feature regardless of previous light settings or even being turned off.
Bottom line: Buy if you must -- but do yourself a favor & seriously consider the Princeton Tec EOS and Tikka XP instead. If you COULD purchase one new for less than $12 I would rate it 4 stars for value. Only trouble is it retails for far more. Arrggh! Do
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Spot at 12 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
Moosejaw | Spot Headlamp (Fall 2008) - Free with any Black Diamond Purchase of $200+ | $39.95 | Buy Now |
Campmor | Spot Headlamp | $42.95 | Buy Now |
Backcountry.com | Spot Headlamp | $39.90 | Buy Now |
Altrec Outdoors | Spot Headlamp | $33.99 | Buy Now |
REI | Spot LED Headlamp | $39.95 | Buy Now |
RockCreek | Spot Headlamp | $39.95 | Buy Now |
Oregon Mountain Community | Spot Headlamp | $42.95 | Buy Now |
Teton Village Sports | Spot Headlamp | $42.95 | Buy Now |
Gear for Adventure | Spot 1 Watt LED Headlamp | $34.95 | Buy Now |
EMS 2 purchase options: | Spot Headlamp | $42.95 | Buy Now |
| Spot Headlamp | $42.95 | Buy Now |
Sierra Trading Post | Spot Headlamp | $29.95 | Buy Now |
US Outdoor Store | Spot Lamp | $39.95 | Buy Now |
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