Versatility is on this headlamp’s side if Mark and Janis both pick it out of a lineup. This chart explains what the range of ratings mean. The “X” in the third position means those products haven’t been tested against intrusion of dust or other solids, but the Black Diamond Storm and Ledlenser both received the highest score. All the headlamps we mentioned have an IP liquid rating of 7 or 8, which means they’re all protected against some form of submersion. The first number shows protection against solids and the second against liquids. IP stands for “Ingress Protection” and is a way to measure how dustproof and waterproof the housing on certain electrical equipment is. We mention IP rating in the product comparison chart above. Steve and Janis explore this matter further here. This pocket should also be protected from elements, waterproof if possible, and high up on your body or pack in case you have to walk through water. Reaching for it will become muscle memory, even if you don’t have another light source to help you. Pick a zippered pocket to keep your headlamp in, and don’t ever put it anywhere else unless absolutely necessary. When it comes to headlamps, darkness complicates the matter even more. There’s nothing worse than desperately needing a small piece of gear and not being able to find it.
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