Petzl Tikka XP

Petzl Tikka XP

Average Rating: rated 4.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 15 Trailspace users

Description

The Tikka XP is a headlamp made by Petzl. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 15 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Petzl Tikka XP Headlamp (Spring 2008) - Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award 2006 The Tikka XP Headlamp by Petzl is a single light source that addresses multiple lighting needs. Specifications: CE Water resistant for all-weather use Wide Angle Lens made of impact resistant polycarbonate Strobe mode Operates on 3 AAA/LR03 batteries (included) 3-year guarantee Weight: 95 g including batteries Features: 3 lighting levels : maximum, optimum, economic flood beam for sharp, proximity lighting (Wide Angle lens) spot beam shines up to 35 meters Boost mode : shines 50 meters for 20 seconds Compact and lightweight single compartment for LED and batteries less than 100 g including batteries Battery level indicator light warns when the batteries are 70% and 90 % discharged"

From RockCreek:
"The Petzl Tikka XP Headlamp is a single LED light that produces a flooding spot beam for sharp, proximity lighting that shines up to 35 meters, and is equipped with a wide angle lens that allows you to see more of a circumference of your area as you are moving. Constructed with three different lighting levels that help you to save your batteries according to the task at hand - Maximum, Optimum, and Economic. There is also a Boost mode that permits the light to shine 50 meters for 20 seconds in situations where you need to see further than normal, and when your batteries are 70-90% low, you can view a battery level indicator light that lets you know to change them before you are left in the dark. The XP operates on 3 AAA/LR03 batteries (included)."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Petzl Tikka XP single LED lamp has a range of up to 35 meters and still maintains a 120-hour maximum battery life. The Tikka XP also has a boost mode which gives you 50% more power for 20 seconds. The tiltable light body lets you direct the light where you need it. In the event that you do run low on batteries the battery life indicator light will let you know so you will never be caught in the dark. Provides a powerful, even and adjustable white light, with long light duration. A single light source in a compact headlamp for multiple uses. Single, powerful LED with white, even lighting and long light duration.Powerful focused beam with 3 lighting levels (maximum, optimum, economic) and strobe mode, to adapt the light to activity and light duration needs.Boost mode: 50 % more light than the maximum level for 20 seconds.Wide Angle lens for diffuse, proximity lighting.Battery level indicator.Light beam can be aimed where desired.Adjustable and comfortable elastic headband.Water resistant for all-weather use."

From OEGear.com:
"The Petzl Tikka XP E86P is a high-powered, single 1-watt Luxeon LED headlamp with three lighting levels and a proprietary boost mode that projects 50% more light for 20 seconds."

User Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by PocketMoose, Apr 27, 2008

"Awesome headlamp. Very comfortable, hard to notice you're wearing it, minus the huge beam of light protruding from your forehead.

Used it in the backcountry when reading at night or just going through my pack and organizing my tent and its the perfect solution."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by jeffyisfive, Jan 17, 2008

"An amazing lamp! It's comfortable. It's amazingly flexible in its uses. The batteries last forever. It's also incredibly bright! I found myself sitting on a cliff under a full moon. I switched it to its "spot light" setting and aimed it across the canyon."

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rated 0.5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Chris Bone, Dec 12, 2007

"I bought a Petzl about 1 year ago and started using it on yacht delivery trips. Slowly cracks started appearing in it around the on off/switch. In the end a large piece fell off and it would not close anymore. I took it back and it was replaced.

I took the new one on a trip where it rained a bit."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Hector Matamoros, Dec 10, 2007

"It's an AMAZING headlamp. I like MTB and didn't have a headlamp, so I started to search for a good one. I found several brands and models, but one of them repeated a lot in review web sites, TIKKA XP from Petzl. I got interested and I red all reviews."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Pete Ricci, Sep 19, 2007

This is the third generation of Tikkas and each one keeps getting better. Any improvement on the XP will probably mean heavier batteries. For the size, weight and attributes that this headlamp has, it's perfect.

Use the energizers AAA lithium batteries which may be a little more expensive, but considerably less weight and longer lasting, together this combination would be tough to beat.

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by culprit_foto, Sep 16, 2007

"Light and bright!!!
It's a NO BRAINER...
Buy one dummy!"

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by UpNorth, Jun 15, 2007

"At first I was a bit skeptical of the overall output, that quickly changed. The first thing you notice when opening the packaging is a warning, very similar to the one you see on lasers, telling you not to aim it into your eyes. After putting the batteries into the headlamp and finally turning it on my mouth dropped wide open."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Caver, Jan 29, 2007

"Wonderful, lightweight headlamp. The Tikka XP has the perfect balance of economy and light output. I used it for a 7 hour caving trip on the lowest setting and, when dark adapted (dark adaptation takes the average person about 30 minutes), it was all the light I needed to easily navigate and appreciate speleothems (though there were six of us, three with Petzl Duos)."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by SthTrad510, Nov 01, 2006

"Best freakin headlamp out there right now in my opinion. I used to have a Black Diamond Moonlight but that thing is garbage compared to the XP. The battery power sensor is a great feature. Very bright and lightweight. A must buy if you ask me"

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by e_l_green, Sep 20, 2006

"Small. Bright. Movable shutter for throwing lots of light on the trail or for looking far ahead. Runs on rechargable batteries due to the voltage regulator circuit, meaning that for overnighters you don't end up throwing away half-used batteries, you just recharge the ones that you used."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by pmarsh, Sep 15, 2006

"I have had this flashlight for several years and have had no problems with it at all. It is very small, light in weight, has different light settings and has a way cool boost botton which gives you a hugh supply of light for a few seconds. I would say it to be the best or one of the best flashlights out there."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by cobb05, Sep 14, 2006

"WINNER!!! As soon as I read the Editor's Choice winners from Backpacker magazine I was curious. I had been using an alright head lamp but felt I needed the upgrade. Man am I glad I did! This tiny thing is simply amazing. It has three settings (high, medium, and low) and not to mention the emergency setting wich pulsates the light for help."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Oregonlahar, Jul 05, 2006

"I have to agree with all the other reviews. It weighs next to nothing, is super bright, and the batteries last a long time. The only thing I'm not thrilled about is the AAA bateries. I now have to go out and get some rechargeable ones."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by JOHN BRICKEY, May 29, 2006

"Caught this little fella on sale at EMS. com and figured why not give it a shot! Gotta tell ya, it spanks the competition for size comparison versus weight and overall light output!

I've always used Black Diamond products for as long as I can remember."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tikka XP
Reviewed by Steve Henderson, Mar 31, 2006

"I bought it because of the feature and the lightweight design. Beats the dickens out of having to carry a regular Minilite with headband. Great features and long battery usage. The MyoXP may give longer use on the batteries and a little brighter light but I have no complaints."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Tikka XP at 12 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw		Tikka XP Headlamp (Spring 2008) - Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award 2006$49.95Buy Now

Backcountry.com		Tikka XP Headlamp$34.99Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors		Tikka XP Head Lamp$49.95Buy Now

RockCreek		Tikka XP Headlamp$49.95Buy Now

REI		Tikka XP LED Headlamp$49.95Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor		Red$49.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community		Tikka XP Headlamp$41.95Buy Now

OEGear.com		Tikka XP$35.09Buy Now

EMS		Tikka XP Headlamp, 2007$49.95Buy Now

Gear for Adventure		Tikka XP LED headlamp$47.95Buy Now

US Outdoor Store		Tikka XP Red$49.95Buy Now

UpsideOver		Tikka XP Headlamp$44.95Buy Now

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