User Review: Princeton Tec Quad

Princeton Tec Quad
Above: The current Quad, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed February 11, 2008 by Buzz

Rating:
Price Paid: $30

This is the light I use 90% of the time. I use it for backpacking, car camping, walking the dog and doing home repairs. It is dependable, easy to use and puts out plenty of light. I upgraded from a PT Aurora headlamp -- this one is much brighter!

Short battery life on the highest light setting. Plenty of light for me on the other settings. I replace the batteries twice a year. I replace them when the light output appears the same in all three of the brightness settings.

One nice feature that does not appear be advertised is that the LEDs glow in the dark when the lamp is off. Makes it easy to find in a dark tent.

This headlamp is not suited for hiking in unfamiliar terrain at night. Perfect for working around the camp site and walking familiar routes.