The red light also doesn’t interfere with night vision so you won’t annoy your friends while walking around camp by shining white light in their face. The red light allows for better contrast to objects the light illuminates, so you are able to see objects in more detail at night. The Storm Headlamp allows you to cycle through the colors without activating the white light and color options include red, green, and blue. I also really like the Powertap option which allows you to easily transition between full and dimmed light by just tapping the side of the headlamp.Īn easily overlooked option on most headlamps is available colors, which typically just includes red. The Storm Headlamp allows you to lock the on/off feature so this is no longer an issue. I don’t know how many times I’ve wasted a set of batteries because the lamp was unknowingly clicked on. I think the best feature is the lock option. The headlamp has several lighting features and while it takes a little getting used to, once you go through it a couple of times it's simple to figure out. It also emits light for about 80 meters at full strength, which blows away any headlamp I have used in the past. The instructions say 1 meter for 30 minutes and while I wasn’t submerged in water, we did get caught in a rain storm and the Storm Headlamp, no pun intended, had zero issues during or after the rain. I can guarantee it’s definitely waterproof.
After using Black Diamond's Storm for several various outings I don’t know if there is a better headlamp available.
#BLACK DIAMOND STORM HEADLAMP INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO LOCK UPGRADE#
If it emits a light, why do I need added features? Well, after malfunctions, ripped head straps, batteries wearing down and limited light options, I decided to upgrade to the Storm headlamp by Black Diamond.
I have always looked for the cheapest option with headlamps.