Features

• Delivers 150 hours continuous light
• Perfect for camping, hiking, home projects--any time you need extra light
• Comfortable adjustable strap with cushion forehead pad
• Fits in the palm of your hand
• Extremely lightweight--weighs only 2.5 ounces

Features

• Requires 3 AAA batteries (included)
• Burn times for the four light settings are: high - 80 hours, medium - 120 hours, low - 150 hours, strobe - 400 hours
• Retractable headstrap can also be worn on wrist, wrapped around a pipe, or stand alone
• Switch is recessed for protection and is ease of operation
• Water resistant - won't short out even if submerged

Amazon.com Product Description

This ultralight, ultracompact, ultracute little LED lamp weighs less than a golf ball and fits in the palm of your hand. Even better, its versatility allows users to attach it to an ankle, wrist, bicep, or most any other body part--including the head, of course. It comes with a retractable Dyneema cord for bodily attachment and operates on three AAA batteries. Backpackers will love it because it fits snugly into nearly any compartment and weighs next to nothing. Even people whose idea of the great outdoors extends no further than the grocery store down the street will like it for evening strolls, as it fits easily into a pants pocket. ... Read more

Features

• Powered by three AAA batteries (included)
• Extremely compact--about the size of a roll of film
• Small adjustable cord replaces the standard head band
• LED light provides 150 hours continuous light
• Weighs only 2.2 ounces

Reviews (17)

Powerful + Survived Blackout 2003
Early this year, I was shopping for a mini book lamp. I had only two choices:
1. Zelco "itty bitty" Book Light
2. Petzel E44p Headlamp.
Researched both products. Finally, decided Petzel E44P was the one for me based on reviews and the overall product specs . I purchased two Petzel headlamps and I'm happy that I made the right choice.
Petzel:
- Small, portable and powerful
- Light, Stable, Comfortable and Powerful lamp
- Handy Utility Lamp -
- Night Reading - Excellent
- Offer great lighting when you are working in a tight spot.
- Petzel E44P became my essential survival tool during the GREAT Blackout 2003!
- Pay more - Priceless for a Rock Solid Product
- Battery Perfect Size
- Powerful LED lamp vs. standard yellow light
- Long Lasting battery - The batteries are over 6 months old and it is still going strong.

Cons: Closing the battery lid was not easy.
On/Off switch could be better.

Nearly perfect; just watch how you take it off
This is a nearly perfect headlamp.

Positive points:
1) Best battery life of any headlamp that I've seen. LED lamps, low power consumption, etc. mean that it easily gets 100 hours per set of batteries.
2) Lightest, most comfortable headlamp on the market, especially for daily use and/or "in your pocket, when I need it" use.
3) Terrific as a "go put the dog out" or "reading in bed" light.

Bottom line: it's really cool; works great, can be packed away, and used as a hand lamp...get one. You'll love it.

Minor caveats:
1) There's a little warning slip in the package, but in case you miss that: to avoid unpleasant surprises, DO use two hands to take it off, so the rear pad doesn't jump off the back of your head and hit your hand.
2) It's not waterproof, and not as secure as some of the higher-end sport headlamps. Therefore, when pursuing physically vigorous activities, you may want a headlamp that is a little more secure. This is fine, however, for jogging, biking, reading in bed, etc.

Fantastic For Camping And Many Other Uses!
I purchased my first Zipka as a stocking stuffer for my husband, HOPING he would use it. It gets used all the time! Taking out the trash, in the workshop, as a book light, around the house and of course Camping! My whole family has since purchased them. The battery lasts forever and its a great way to tend the fire or cook without having to set up a lantern or other light source. Its light weight and durable too. Even my small cousins have them and they work great!

Wow- lasts forever, great product!
This light never dies due to its LED technology. It is not extremely bright but definitely bright enough for illuminating your path at night. It is great for power outages or camping. I feel much safer walking or jogging at night in my neighborhood. Light-weight, very good attachment mechanism. This product is a major improvement compared to the standard head lamp, to the point that everybody should have one. It is a perfect gift in that it is (1) reasonable price, (2) usable by anybody, (3) sufficiently different that people are unlikely to already have it, (4) truly useful/safety feature as opposed to worthless junk that is most gifts.

Great light for occasional use
I am a private pilot and carry this light in my flight bag. It has proven to be phenomenally useful. I highly recommend it for any situation where you need an occasional light (household use, in your car, boat, for camping, etc.) For portable, occasional use, this cannot be beat. ... Read more

Features

• Water resistant - won't short out even if submerged
• Burn times for the four light settings are : High - 80 hours Medium - 120 hours Low - 150 hours Strobe - 400 hours
• So small you can carry it in your pocket, store it in the glove box, or simply keep one in your tool box at all times.
• New tilt feature and large anti-glare lip allows you to aim the light where you want without residual glare
• The push button switch is recessed for protection and is easy to operate. Simply push the button to cycle through the 4 light modes.

Reviews (3)

Expensive for what you get
I've used Petzl headlamps for many years. In fact, my old Zoom is still working great - now demoted from mountianeering duty because there are so many lighter options with comparable performance. The original Tikka was great when it was first available, but the competition has far surpassed it in terms of value. At $35, the new Tikka plus just can't compete with comparably priced models from Black Diamond or Princeton.

Excellent replacement for the traditional snake light
Pros
- Bright
- 3 intensity settings plus a blink setting.
- Rubberized button interface is solidly implemented
- Ability to adjust light angle is great.
- Strap is comfortable.
- Unit is very light and comfortable to wear on one's head.
- Great replacement for the traditional snake light. Ie light is exactly where you need it- ie where your eyes are looking.
- Long battery life.

Cons
- NONE!

Near perfect short-range headlamp
The Tikka Plus builds on the original Tikka/Zipka design. I also own an original Zipka (which has a retracting strap, but is otherwise identical to the Tikka) and have been happy with it as well.

The sliding switch in the old design was a weak spot and it has been replaced in the Plus designs with a much-improved sealed push button. The combination of the improved switch with an electronic brightness control system makes the Plus models worth every penny more you pay above the originals. The dimmed modes are achieved by rapidly pulsing the LEDs and does result in a very slight strobing effect when fast moving objects pass in front of the lamp. (rain, bugs, etc.)

The original Tikka/Zipka were not tilt adjustable and the "Plus" models address that shortcoming as well.

I have had my Tikka Plus out in the rain and snow and it's never had any trouble. The only water I would worry about with these headlamps would be saltwater.

The battery lifetimes stated by Petzl are mostly realistic if a bit optimistic. After the first 10-15 hours the brightness drops off a bit, but it remains quite usable for close work --cooking, reading, walking, etc. In complete darkness it's amazing how usable the light remains even after literally days of use.

In fact the gradual dimming of the light means that you'll probably replace the batteries to get it back to full brightness before they actually run out. And after getting 20-30 hours of light from 3 AAA batteries, you shouldn't feel guilty either. :) However in an emergency it's nice to know how far the batteries will go if needed -- whether that's in the backcountry or during an extended power failure at home... ... Read more

Features

• Includes both elastic and rubber head straps
• Seven ultra bright white LEDÆs
• Features three levels of lighting and up to 120 hours of continuous run time.

Features

• 2.75" long
• LED/Incandescent combo headlamp with 2 white LED's and a xenon bulb offering 3 levels of lighting
• Constructed of yellow, water resistant, lightweight thermoplastic with elastic headstrap
• Up to 120 hour run time using 3 AAA alkaline batteries
• Weighs 5 ounces

Reviews (1)

Nice try but.......
As an electrician in a hospital I work in areas where a flashlight is a must. A headlamp is the obvious answer. The Trident ( and I also just purchased the Streamlight Argo) produce good light but battery life on both is miserable. The Argo is one large LED so their is no excuse for short battery life. The Trident has LED and incandescent with the incandescent obviously a bigger drain on the batteries. Three AAA batteries just aren't enough power! ... Read more

Features

• Powerful array of 6 LEDs
• Headlight / Flashlight
• Virtually indestructible
• 9 Selectable Modes
• LEDs will never burn out

Reviews (4)

Great all-purpose light
I'm addicted to this light. I got it mainly because I wanted an efficient bike light and an occasional headlamp for camping. I bought the bike attachment ($5.00) and ended up using it almost every day in the winter, since I commute to work and school by bike. Definitely bright enough for conservative biking in the pitch dark (and lasts maybe 10 hours on the bright setting), and the strobe is awesome for city riding--you'll never not be seen again (I'm constantly "almost hit" by cars who don't see smaller bike lights)!! After parking the bike, the light clips off and goes in my bag. Because of this, I always have the light with me, which has made it useful in so many situations where I unexpectadly needed a light.

The light was so great, I bought a second for my fiancee when she went to Africa with the Peace Corps. As she often is without power, and decent batteries are hard to come by, she says that this light has been a real lifesaver. I brought mine when I came to visit, and we were using them all the time. I expect the same when she returns and we go camping. The thing is, when you have a light that runs for 150 hours on 3-AA batteries (on the low setting, which is plenty enough for walking around or reading), you leave it on and use it a lot. Contrast to the old days of the C-Cell flashlights that you had to use sparingly during those late nights in the tent--since you knew the batteries would run out quick. We even used the great red LED for reading the starcharts for the southern hemisphere. What a great extra to add to the light.

Other reviewers did a great job on the other points, so I won't bore you here. But one thing I'll mention about customer service: I originally bought the very first version of this light, which had some problems. The latch on the battery box was flimsy. LRI, without question, sent updated boxes to all registered owners. I then had a problem with electrodes contacting correctly. I called and they said I could return for a repair/replacement, but unfortunately, it would take a few weeks, since they were backordered--but they gave me an option of having the owner of the company talk to me and tell me how to fix it myself. 1/2 hour later and it was working, and I didn't have to wait 2 weeks. Everything was fine for 1 year, and then the switch stopped working correctly (Mind you, this is daily use on a bike in rain, snow, hail,etc). I unfortunately had to return the unit. Less than a week later, the brand-new, updated version arrived on my porch, no questions asked. It's been another year of biking and bad weather, and the light (updated version has had none of the problems of the original version, plus it has the red LED) is still working beautifully.

If you want a good, all-purpose, efficient light, then this is definitely the one.

Most versatile headlamp I own!
One of my favorite headlamps to date! The packaging of the item is nice - it comes with a small nylon carry bag (with a nice drawstring closure) and a belt clip, in addition to the head strap. The instruction sheet is short, but well written and very detailed.

The unit itself is a nice resin plastic material. All the contacts are gold plated - so if they get wet, they shouldn't corrode. The head may be removed and put on the end to act as a flashlight. The head swivel adjustment has a nice detente "click" feel to it. Only two of the click positions are useful as a headlamp, unlike some others that have a finer adjustment - 7 clicks moves the head 180 degrees - so that's around 25 degrees per click. (NOTE: I adjust the position of the straps on my head for optimum lighting, then use the swivel if you are looking at something overhead). The adjustment is smooth and even.

With AA alkaline, it isn't too heavy on your head (heavier than the black diamond moonlight, but lighter than the petzl led duo). The light pattern is a nice even pattern - brighter than the black diamond moonlight, about the same as the petzl duo (close enought really). The switch mechanism has a nice positive "click" feel to it (just like a rubber button push button on a normal flashlight). The adjustments for illumination are great - you can choose your illumination level - at lower levels, all 7 leds are still lit, they are just pulsed very fast, so that even though it is low illumination, it is still very broad and even.

The addition of a red LED that can be used separately from the other 6 white LEDs is really nice to have. The "hyper-bright" or whatever mode it is can be useful if you like using the headlamp at low to mid settings, then have a temporary bright light. I don't find it useful, but some people think it's neat.

This lamp is good at illuminating objects 30-40 feet away. Better than the black diamond moonlight, and about the same as the petzl 5-led duo.

The headband material is a bit cheap - meaning it is a very coarse weave, and might irritate those with sensitive scalps (or bald heads, shaved heads, etc). Not as nice a fabric band as the black diamond moonlight. Petzl's is better too.... but - I just wear a hat if it becomes bothersome. The straps are nice and wide, and can be adjusted to fit comfortably. The unit is light and the straps are wide, so it stays put on your head.

The battery compartment is a bit annoying to operate - the catch looks like it could break if you pried really hard - but snapping it on -off-on-off-on-off repeatedly doesn't seem to bother it. I would rather have a beefier catch mechanism, but I got spoiled by the PETZL design.... The door itself appears to have a rubber seal, so it may be very water resistant - I don't think this thing is waterPROOF, but I don't know (the packaging does not specify). It's not an underwater light for sure!

Converting it to the flashlight mode is simple - there is a large "thumb screw" that you can loosen and move the head to the end of the unit. very quick and very well thought out design. I don't use this, I have my streamlight 4AA instead :) but it's a neat feature. Stand it on end on a table, then tilt the head to the desired angle for reading, working on something, etc. Makes it more useful.

Bottom line: If you don't want a dual headlamp design (halogen and led) - want to save a little weight, this is a GREAT headlamp. Very bright and useful. RED single LED mode is cool. Different settings are great. Adjustments are easy. Headband is comfy enough (some people might be bothered by the scratchy material on the headband - just wear a hat). Comes with a little carry bag and a belt clip. Great for projects around the house - hiking after dark - being a geek in general (hey - show up to a premier of a star wars or LOTR movie with the strobe a flashin' - you're the life of the party!).

Already have a headlamp? Get this kind as a spare. Light, comes with it's own carry pouch, very versatile. A definite 5-star product. Get one today!

Great flashlight!
Wonderful! I think it's worth the price. Everybody asks: "Cool! Where did you buy that thing?"

Wonderful light!
I purchased this light primarily for camping, but since receiving it I have used it for everything from taking out the trash to late night trips out to the shed! It is extremely easy to use, and the controls are simple to get used to. The switch is behind a clear membrane to keep it free of dust and moisture, and is big enough for me to use comfortably. The head strap is very comfortable, and adjusts quickly. The head of this light pivots up and down so that you can chage it from a good walking angle to a good biking light angle. I am now hooked on LED technology, and I think that the L.R.I. FW Photon Fusion Headlight / Flashlight has done it right! ... Read more

Product Description

Streamlight Trident Combination Krypton/LED Headlamp. The patented, multi tasking headlamp by Streamlight. For the ultimate in convenience, safety, and dependability, use the hands free Trident headlamp. The Trident is truly unique because it combines a super bright Krypton bulb with 3 LEDs, giving you high power and longevity. This lightweight headlamp features 3 way lighting for short, medium and long distances. Plus, with a durable design and a battery life of more than 150 hours, the Trident gives you the peace of mind you need in challenging situations. Features include: Long lasting. The batteries run over 150 hours. The LEDs, over 100,000 hours. Durable. Water resistant, with a virtually unbreakable polymer body and scratch resistant lens. Adjustable. The krypton bulb provides spot to flood focus. Lightweight. Sized under 3 inches, it weighs 5 ounces. Comfortable. Small, lightweight design with adjustable straps. Economical. LEDs provide low lighting for battery economy. Battery Three AAA alkaline Bulb 3 Volt 300 ma, krypton T1 Bi-Pin Material Water-resistant thermoplastic construction Color Yellow Weight (with batteries) 5 ounces Dimensions 2" (D) X 2" (H) X 2.75" (L) Run Time Up to 120 hours (with one LED) Special Features Adjustable strap; 90 degree tilting head; spot-to-flood focus; 3 levels of lighting. Availability: In stock. Usually ships within 24 hours. Ships via UPS. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

As the evening descends on your 10-mile hike, which took just a bit longer than you anticipated because of the detour around the black bear, aren't you glad you brought the Tikka headlamp to light your trail the rest of the way? Among the most compact and lightweight headlamps in Petzl's catalog, the Tikka is not only terrific for hiking but also for close-in detail work, such as whittling carefully crafted marshmallow sticks at the campfire. The Tikka features a 150-hour burn time, gives off a very white light, and comes with an adjustable elastic strap that fits any size head or helmet. Backpackers, mountaineers, and spelunkers should all buy one. ... Read more

Features

• Delivers 150 hours continuous light
• Perfect for camping, hiking, home projects--any time you need extra light
• Comfortable adjustable strap with cushion forehead pad
• Fits in the palm of your hand
• Extremely lightweight--weighs only 2.5 ounces

Reviews (16)

Outstanding compact headlamp
This is a great little headlamp that throws out quite a powerful beam, and has a very soft, comfortable head strap. It works well as an after-dark navigational light or as a working-around-the-campsite light. It's a tiny bit too bright for me to use comfortably as a reading light, but that may just be my thing. It's a darned compact size, and according to their literature, can give up to an amazing 150 hours of light with its three AAA batteries. The comfy adjustable strap holds the lamp in place, and there's a bit of cushy padding so that it doesn't hurt your forehead. Very functional, nothing really horribly wrong with it.

That said, however, there are some things I don't like about it. While the angle of the beam is a good one, it's not adjustable like the Black Diamond Ion is (however, it is more comfortable to wear than the Ion.) This is my main complaint, though; the batteries are a bit tricky to get changed, and there is often not a good, solid contact with the batteries and the terminals, which leads to a slightly flickering light, which I find really irritating. There are also smaller lamps to be had now, and when every inch of space is a consideration, that's important. However, that 150-hour burn time is hard to beat!

But really, the Tikka is a perfectly fine piece of equipment, and it does its job well. The folks at Backpacker magazine just loved it, so it's obviously got some good things going for it.

It's a hit.
This thing is great. The benefit when camping or hiking is obvious, good light right where you look and both hands free. I use it at home all the time, home improvement projects, working on the car, reading in bed, amazing how many times you will use this handy light. The light is bright enough to walk a trail at night or to read by, can be set on a table to light a small room for simple tasks. Very comfortable to wear, small and light to keep in a pocket. I've had it for about a year now and never changed the batteries, they seem to last forever, I have 80 hours or so on them now and it's still bright enough to be useful.

Get one, you won't regret it.

Not perfect, but better than most
Petzl's Tikka series lamps are hard to beat for function, price, and practicality. Sure, there are lighter weight LED-type lights out there that use watch batteries, but standard AAA batteries are much easier to come by when you're camping/trekking in out of the way places than a specific type of watch battery. The burn time is phenomenal, compared to conventional incandescent lamps, and the Zipka lamp is a very ingenious little headlamp, with its retracting strap and tiny size. They both put out a good field of usable light, and it stays bright for most of the battery life (usually 100-150 hours). As for the criticism that the Tikka line does not have a multiple intensity or flashing setting, or an adjustable angle, Petzl has introduced "Tikka Plus" and "Zipka Plus" lines which offer all of those features, though at a slightly higher price, with slightly more weight and a little bit shorter burn times. They've improved the switch too, for the plus models to allow for the multiple function settings, eliminating the original less-than-perfect slide switch, and the possibility of the lamp turning itself on by mistake. I own several lights in this series, the Tikka, the Zipka, and recently, a Zipka Plus, and I use them constantly whether bicycling, reading in my tent, hiking down a trail at night, or running tv cable in my crawlspace and have nothing but praise for each light.

Made in France
Just received this item. Nice lamp but nowhere in the reviews does it mention that the product is made in France. I'll be sending mine back. With friends like this, who needs enemies.

great/useful light
I recently bought this light and it has been a very pleasant experience. I use it for reading late at nite and for working/fixing things around the house (it is 20 times easier to get light in the place you want it with this rather than with your wife trying to point the light at what you need it pointed at). Overall a good product. ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Pivoting head rotates 90-degrees
• Wide-angle beam
• Lightweight, compact design
• 9.6-Volt battery, sold separately, provides three hours of run time

Reviews (2)

Better than Mag
Very bright, battery lasts forever! Keep it in the car in case you ever need it.

Compliments DeWalt products very effectively
The light works as advertised. It definately has the battery to last through tough jobs. ... Read more

Product Description

STL 61302 ARGO HP HEADLAMP LITHIUM ... Read more

Features

• 90? tilting head for easy positioning
• Impact resistant housing for maximum durability
• 4.75 hrs run time at regulated maximum intensity plus 3.5 additional hrs of declining usable output, 20+ hours on low mode
• One watt Luxeon LED virtually never needs replacing with a 50,000-hour life
• Includes elastic head strap and rubber head strap that ensures a non-slip grip for hardhats

Features

• 3.5¿ long
• LED clip light with 3 white LEDs and 360-degree rotation
• Black, water resistant, thermoplastic construction
• Run time of up to 120 hours using 3 AAA alkaline batteries
• Weighs 2.4 ounces

Reviews (2)

Hands free light
I purchased this primarily for back packing trips. Works great. Still on the same batteries after 3 trips. Clips anywhere. Hat, tree, pack and gear loops inside of tent. Includes head strap, which also works well. A must have backcountry light.

Clip broke
I liked this for the clip, had it clipped onto suspenders. When I reached for it one time, the clip broke and it slipped from my hand into the water. It was not on, so I did not know where it fell in the murky water, and it was a bit deep, so I was not going to fish around looking for it. I will not get this again. ... Read more

Features

• 1 Red/2White LEDs
• Krypton Bulb
• Spot/Flood adjustable aim
• Adjustable nylon strap
• Includes 3AAA batteries

Product Description

The 8 LED SmartBright projects pure white light up to 75"or can send a visible signal as far as 2 miles. It features 8 LEDs with steady-, emergency- and signal-modes. Also SmartBright is freestanding or can be clipped to your clothing or gear. Its tough ultrasonically-sealed polymer construction, and waterproof/shockproof design make it ideal for extreme conditions. ... Read more

Features

• Microprocessor Controlled/Waterproof
• LED Lifetime Bulbs/Lithium Battery Included
• 3 Steady modes/ 4 Emergency modes/1 Locator Beacon
• Up to 2-Mile Signal Visibility
• Up to 75' Effective Range

Features

• Features three levels of lighting and up to 120 hours of continuous run time.
• Includes both elastic and rubber head straps
• LED/Incandescent combo headlamp
• Three white LEDÆs and xenon bulb within same reflector offers three levels of lighting.

Features

• Microprocessor Controlled/Waterproof
• LED Lifetime Bulbs/Lithium Battery Included
• 3 Steady modes/ 4 Emergency modes/1 Locator Beacon
• Up to 2-Mile Signal Visibility
• Up to 75' Effective Range

Features

• Microprocessor Controlled/Waterproof
• LED Lifetime Bulbs/Lithium Battery Included
• 3 Steady modes/ 4 Emergency modes/1 Locator Beacon
• Up to 2-Mile Signal Visibility
• Up to 75' Effective Range

Product Description

LED/Incandescent combo headlamp with 90-degree tilting head and adjustable headstrap. Contains two white LEDs and a xenon bulb within the same reflector. Features spot to flood focus, three levels of lighting and up to 120 hours of continuous run time. Trident is constructed of lightweight thermoplastic and weighs only 5 ounces. Uses three AAA alkaline batteries. ... Read more

Features

• LED/Incandescent combo headlamp with 2 white LED's and a xenon bulb offering 3 levels of lighting
• Constructed of yellow, water resistant, lightweight thermoplastic with elastic headstrap
• Up to 120 hour run time using 3 AAA alkaline batteries
• Weighs 5 ounces
• 2.75" long

Features

• Features three levels of lighting and up to 120 hours of continuous run time.
• Includes both elastic and rubber head straps
• LED/Incandescent combo headlamp
• Contains one green LED, two white LEDÆs and a xenon bulb within same the same reflector.

Features

• operates on 3 AA batteries (supplied)
• optional top strap included
• Three brightness settings and a separate boost button
• up to 170 hour burn time (economy mode)