For high-altitude trekking or hiking in Thailand, a headlamp is one of the most important items. Whether you need to use the restroom at night, find things in your tent, or hike in the early morning or at night, you will need a light source. A headlamp is also more convenient than a handheld flashlight because it leaves your hands free to hold things. Here are 4 recommended headlamps for trekking and hiking.
This compact headlamp provides 200 lumens of brightness, which is sufficient for basic use. The beam can be zoomed in and out, and it requires only 1 AA battery. Importantly, the Ledlenser Mh3 can also be detached and clipped onto a backpack, and it is easy to operate.
- Advanced Focus System The lighting system combines a reflector and lens to create a clear beam, making objects easier to see at both close and long distances.
- Rapid Focus Designed to quickly switch between a wide and focused beam.
- Innovative mounting system The headlamp can be tilted and detached from the head strap, and it also features a metal clip for attaching to a bag or hydration pack.
- Maximum brightness 200 Lumens | 4.5 hours | 130 meters
- Low brightness 20 Lumens | 35 hours | 40 meters
- Total weight with battery 92 g
- Battery 1 AA battery (supports rechargeable lithium-ion)
- IP54 Resistant to water splashes or light rain
A headlamp brand from Japan. A highlight of this Milestone Ms-B4 model is that it offers 3 light colors: warm light, cool light, and red light (map). The maximum brightness is 200 lumens, and it uses 3 AAA batteries. Its compact size makes it easy to carry.
Features
- NATURAL WARM LIGHT Natural warm light technology that helps improve visibility in dense fog, snow, heavy rain, etc.
- WATER RESISTANCE IPX5 water resistance for both the light and battery, protecting against low-pressure water ingress from all directions.
- Ultra High mode n/a
- HIGH mode 220 Lumens | 3.5 hours
- MID mode n/a
- LOW mode 22 Lumens | 45 hours
- Option Bulb color temperature Cool Light / Warm Light / Red Light (Map) (choose one to turn on)
- Beam distance 70 m
- Total weight with battery 97 g
- Battery AAA X 3
- IPX5 Dust and water splash resistant
Milestone Ms-B4 : Price 1,650 baht
3. MILESTONE MS-H2 420 LUMENS HEADLAMP
Another headlamp brand from Japan. A highlight of the Milestone Ms-H2 is that it can use two systems: AAA batteries or a rechargeable lithium battery. The maximum brightness is 420 lumens, and the light is warm (orange tone). Its increased brightness makes it more versatile, suitable for both long distances and trail running.
- NATURAL WARM LIGHT Natural warm light technology that helps improve visibility in dense fog, snow, heavy rain, etc.
- WATER RESISTANCE IPX4 water resistance for both the light and battery, protecting against low-pressure water ingress from all directions.
- HYBRID BATTERY The battery compartment is designed to accommodate both a rechargeable lithium battery and 3 AAA batteries.
- Ultra High mode n/a
- HIGH mode 420 Lumens | 2.5 hours
- MID mode n/a
- LOW mode 21 Lumens | 14.5 hours
- Option Bulb color temperature Wide Warm Light (Warm Light) Focused Warm Light (Warm Light) (two lights can be turned on together)
- Beam distance 140 m
- Total weight with battery 65 g
- Battery AAA X 3 / Li-on 800 mAh Battery (MS-LB2)
- IPX4 Water resistance for both the light and battery, protecting against low-pressure water ingress from all directions.
- Included accessories Light Unit | Belt Unit | Li-on 800 mAh Battery (MS-LB2) | Manual
Milestone Ms-H2 : Price 2,350 baht
Another popular headlamp brand for outdoor enthusiasts is Black Diamond. The Black Diamond Storm 500 R is also interesting because it provides up to 500 lumens of brightness. It is also rechargeable, so you do not have to change batteries frequently. Once charged, it is ready to use. It has a wide range of functions, allowing you to adjust the brightness as needed, and it also includes green, red, and blue lights, making it suitable for various situations.
Specifications
- Weight: 100 g with BD rechargeable battery
- Beam distance: (High) 120 m, (Medium) 60 m, (Low) 12 m
- Max Burn Time (BD 2400 Li-on): High 7 hours, Med 19 hours, Low 350 hours
- PowerTap function for quickly increasing and decreasing brightness
- Brightness Memory allows it to turn on at the selected brightness level
- IP67 water resistance, protecting against water ingress from all directions at a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes, and dust resistant
Black Diamond Storm 500-R : Price 2,990 baht
And these are the 4 recommended headlamps for international trekkers and Thai hikers. Anyone looking for a flashlight to carry while traveling can try these 4 recommended models, or you can come and see more at our store as well.