Petzl Tikka XP 2

I have used this excellent headlamp for two seasons of New England AT section hikes in winter. I often find myself walking into the night. I can not imagine ever upgrading.

Petzl is an excellent company, the XP 2 is all you need, extremely bright as promised and light weight. The sliding diffuser is a nice touch in lieu of using another lantern when in the tent. The red light is good for night vision and the blinking feature and integral whistle are good for emergencys.

IMO this is the do all, must have lamp that I would turn around for if I forgot it. Battery life is good as promised.

It is well worth the price. Highly recommended.

I bought this lamp from a local outdoor store for $58.95 and I have to say it was well worth the money. I use it mainly for Ground Search and Rescue call outs and when we're out in the dense bush or deep woods this thing is great to have.

The spot lamp is very bright and extends a long way out. The quick diffuser slide up is a really neat idea especially for saving the eye sight of others travelling with you or reading maps etc. The red LED's are pretty much perfect, not to bright and not to dim. I also really like the whistle on the side of the headband.

So far battery life is good and the unit has been water proof.  I have had it out in a few really heavy rains and a day that was just light rain all day and it has not had any issues.

I highly recommend this unit over anything else I have seen in this price range.

Awesome headlamp. Excellent battery life, light, comfortable.

The beam diffuser is really handy as you can switch from spot light beam to area lighting. The red LED is great for saving your night vision, and letting your tent mates sleep through your late night nature calls. It also has a handy "low battery" light so you always know when to change batteries.

It has never turned on in my pack which is huge in my books. Works great in any weather so far, but keep in mind it's water resistant, not water proof. In this price range I believe it would be hard to beat.

This thing is amazing, I have no idea how I was ever a guide. My friends say it's like turning the sun on. battery life is decent and it's super light.

best I have ever had, would definitely buy again!!!!!!!