Princeton Tec Apex Pro

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The Apex Pro is a headlamp made by Princeton Tec. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 7 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Princeton Tec Apex Pro Headlamp (Spring 2008) - Best Of Urban Climber 2008 Where lightweight is a must, ultimate power and function are a demand, and durability is an expectation - we introduce you to the Apex Pro by Princeton Tec. Professional athletes and adventurers around the world have marveled at the power of the Apex. In an effort to meet their unique and ever evolving needs, they have developed the Apex Pro to provide a faster lighter option while still providing the ultimate in brightness and output. The Apex Pro is powered by 2 CR123 lithium batteries protected in a highly durable and waterproof case. Designed for professionals, and perfect for all users. Specifications: Power: 60 lumens Lamp: Maxbright 3 Watt LED (Regulated), 4 Ultrabright LEDs (Regulated) Burn Time: 35 hours Batteries: 2 CR123 Lithium (included) Weight: 173g w/ batteries"

From Backcountry.com:
"If you need a headlamp that can handle your hardcore adventures, look no further than the Princeton Tec Apex Pro Headlamp. The Apex represents the pinnacle of Princeton Tech's waterproof LED headlamps and is ideal for alpine climbers, midnight mountain bikers, and cold-weather campers. It can put out up to 60 lumens of light, and boasts four light levels, a safety flash mode, and an impact-resistant design. The dual switch system allows you to independently control all of the Apex Pro's lighting modes from the Maxbright LED to the wide-angle, close-range four Ultrabright LEDs. Princeton Tec engineered the Apex Pro with proprietary Heatsink technology, so that whatever the lighting mode, this headlamp provides a consistent bright light that will burn for a long time."

From REI:
"Princeton Tec® Apex Pro offers all the great lighting power and options of the original Apex, plus it's almost 2 ounces lighter! Headlamp uses two CR123 lithium batteries versus the 4 AA batteries of the basic Apex; both models feature rear-mounted, water-tight battery cases. Apex Pro's intense, 3-watt LED with optimized lens casts an incredibly bright beam. Three-watt LED is surrounded with an array of four standard LEDs for stepped down, power-conserving light. Features a flashing emergency strobe, plus dual push-buttons that let you select from two lighting levels on both the primary and standard LEDs. Bright, 3-watt LED combined with the Princeton Tec® optimized lens/collimator maximizes the beam by balancing long throw with flood light. Power-regulated circuit board ensures consistent lighting levels throughout the life of the batteries; includes a battery power meter. Heat-regulating technology prevents light from getting too hot. Three-strap headband holds light in place; user can quickly detach the top-of-head strap if desired. High-grade materials ensure durability and strong resistance to water, weather and environmental conditions. Includes two CR123 lithium batteries."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Princeton Tec Apex Pro Headlamp has been designed to out perform headlamps in its catagory. Shining bright with high output 3 watt LED and long burn/wide area (4) LED. The Apex Pro is highly durable and waterproof, and will handle all you toss at it. Powered by 2 CR123 lithium batteries, it weighs in at a mere 173g (batteries included). Available in Black, Olive and Orange Available In: Black Orange Olive Specifications Power: 60 LumensLamp: 1 Maxbright 3 Watt (Regulated), 4 Ultrabright LEDs (Regulated)Burn Time: 35 HoursBatteries: 2 CR123 LithiumWeight: 173g With Batteries"

User Reviews

Apex Pro
Reviewed by snap, Jun 11, 2008

"This is a follow up to previous post wherein I suggested a heads-up, re the Princeton Tec Apex Pro's notorious cracking problem. I returned unit to Princeton Tec for disposition, that was 5-27-08. Today (6-10-08) I received a new unit; turn around time two weeks."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by snap, May 30, 2008

"Bought light 1-08, knew of cracking, assumed Princeton Tec probably had fixed problem out of self interest. WRONG, mine was fine out of the box. I placed it in a zip-lock bag on night-stand on 5-24-08 I checked it over, with bike riding in mind; shock-time! It had hair-line cracks all-over."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by B.G. Mathis, Mar 27, 2008

"I use the light for caving and have found only the $300 Sten to be its superior. It has however cracked around the housing screws but REI replaced it without question. I know others who have had to return theirs.

To be fair, caves are pretty darn hard on equipment."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by Propter Hoc, Oct 07, 2007

"Do your research! I bought this headlamp at REI and loved it, absolutely loved it, all throughout the first 4-day trip it took with me. Unfortunately, when I got home and started reading online about my new purchase I found many many reports of chronic cracking of the headlamp housing above the two screwholes which hold the housing shut (making it water resistant)."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by Marty D., Aug 23, 2007

"For everybody that's ever complained about cracked housing on Princeton Tec headlamps, it's not their fault. the screw is not supposed to be over tightened! I have always used Princeton Tec lamps and I believe that they are the best headlamps around."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by panama pete, Jul 16, 2007

"Well if yo wanted to pretend you were Luke Skywalker in the middle of the woods. . . this is the headlamp to use. I absolutely love this thing. I live in a small ski town so this baby got abused, it held up great in freezing temps it's super light weight so it never gets annoying sitting on the top of your head."

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Apex Pro
Reviewed by Chad Mathis, Apr 01, 2007

"I bought this headlamp based on other reviews I have read. Brightness is superior to most (a solid 5 stars). The reason I have given a 2 star rating. . . If I had just researched problems associated with this model, I would have found that many owners are experiencing cracking of the housing."

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