Head torches

[Twister_Ken]

>Even if you're are reading a chart on the table then your eyes look down but your forehead doesn't point at the table<

Mine does. But then I don't wear bifocals!

 

[MoodySabre]

Beware of wearers of varifocals (like me) - they may not be giving you the nod but just trying to get you into focus!

 

[StugeronSteve]

I've got a Petzle LED and filament head lamp, which is great at the chart table but don't look up at the helmsman whilst wearing it. Also a Petzle led only with a retracting cord head band. This one slips in the pocket well and is good for wearing in the tender on the way back from the pub.

 

[pampas]

Argos do a very good LED 2-4 -6 0ff not waterproof cheap so buy two.

 

[Guest]

Re: Nah!

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There are many instances in everyone's normal day when you look down but don't turn your head down all the way. A tiltable lamp is essential for universal use.

Steve Cronin

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I have a basic 2 AA's job normal torch bulb job that has a hinge to tilt down ... excellent. And more often its hinged slightly down in use ...

 

[Fin]

I've just been using the Energiser one a lot recently and it was just the ticket for a tenner. Easy to flick from white to red and comfortable to wear.

Fin

 

[Oldhand]

Well if you do get one I hope you won't be one of these blind people that have to use them when walking marina pontoons at night, flashing the damn thing all over the place.

 

[jay]

petzel tak tikka or some such - try the outdoor gb website as i got mine from there. takes 3 AA's - lasts ages - has white leds with 3 levels of brightness and a red shade for preserving night vision, tilts so you can use easily at chart table - and is bright enough to inspect the sail trim without guessing - basically its the dogs dangly bits of head torches - don't waste money on the cheaper alternatives!

 

[doris]

Ta very much chaps for all the input. Petzl Tak Tikka one it's way .
Many thanks

 

[pandos]

has to be petzel used them for years hillwalking in rain no bother. Went into the drink last year, head first, whilst tieing up to a mooring, it stayed on my haed and stayed alight the whole time, was very glad as it was dark foggy and raining at the time.