> uses a 4-AA-cell pack at the back of the head. It [APEX] is submersible, and > designed for on-the-water use. After struggling with innumerable > generations of lightweight headlamps, the last two of them LED variants, I > decided to spring for an APEX. Important thing about those headlamps and beacons - this Apex is IPX7 waterproof, i.e. 1 meter submersion for 30 minutes. This is THE minimum requirement for somebody who wants to be sure that it will work when he really needs it, - i.e. in water. The previously mentioned Princeton Tec Impulse is IPX4 waterproof (for splashing and quick dunking only), same as many-many other lights even by such a reputable brand as Princeton. There is also IPX7 Princeton Tec EOS headlamp - 1 watt, less bright and even more directional than Apex (no side lights), but more convenient in handling, as it has batteries inside the casing in front (so it is probably lighter as well). I've took a second glance at those Princeton beacons, btw - they are IPX8 rated, i.e. more waterproof than Apex and Eos. The problem is, they have short battery life in steady mode - one is 8 hrs cripton bulb, less shock-resistant amd generally shorter bulb lifespan than LED, and another one has long-lasting red flashing LED in addition to very bright, but only 2-hr halogen bulb. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Sun Dec 17 2006 - 13:01:23 PST
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