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This solar powered flashlight snaps onto a headband to become capable headlamp in a jiffy

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A headlamp and a flashlight have their own individual uses. However, circumstances can arise when you need the flashlight to be replaced with a headlamp so you can free up your hands. This is a challenge when you have a single-duty device. Trade your fancy flashlight or headlamp right away for the combo accessory which can let you switch from one device to another in a snap.

Called the Luci Beam, the 2-in-1 solar-powered headlamp and flashlight is created by Mpowerd. It comes in a water-resistant body so the combination device can be used in all possible situations and conditions without a fuss. The Luci Beam LED light delivers up to 300 lumens brightness, which should come in handy in so many use cases: whether you are searching for something in the store room or illuminating your pathway during a hike.

Designer: Mpowerd

While the versatility to switch from handheld to headlamp is at the forefront of Luci Beam’s genius, it’s not the only wonder. The 2-in-1 headlamp and flashlight is solar-powered but can also be recharged via USB if there is no sun, so you are never left stranded in the middle of an adventure. Mpowerd offers the Luci Beam in a set that comprises a headlamp body, a headlamp mount, a flashlight body, a headband/wrist strap, and a micro-USB cable to charge on the go.

A secure headband for the headlamp and the wrist strap for the flashlight ensures the device can be held securely in place irrespective of the use case. Moreover, the 90-degree toggleable unit can be adjusted by the user to precisely point where the light is needed. To use the Luci Beam as a headlamp, the headlamp module magnetically snaps onto the headlamp mount and stays secure until you want to adjust the light focus downwards by up to 90 degrees. A versatile device for campers, backpackers, hikers, garage worksmiths and boaters, it is priced at $64.95. It is available on the Mpowerd website.

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BioLite’s HeadLamp 330 is listed at its lowest price yet, $40

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The Headlamp, Redesigned for the Future and Everything it Entails

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A tool used mainly by coal miners and night trekkers gets redesigned for much more than those two scenarios. The Bandicoot, with its less industrial and more consumer-friendly design, is simple and comes with four usage modes that see it being used in more than just the two aforementioned scenarios.

With an organic, alien-inspired silicone construction, the Bandicoot comes with an adjustable strap that’s easy to resize, and as many as 8 LEDs, all integrated and optimized for different roles and responsibilities. Three core LEDs offer different degrees of brightness, while also allowing you to switch between spotlight mode and ambient light mode. A fourth LED right beside the core lights shines red, allowing you to see better at night. The lights, carefully curated for very specific scenarios, are energy-conserving, and useful, making sure you see things at a distance without blinding others. Below the four upper LEDs are four more warm LEDs designed for reading. Arranged in a linear fashion, the downward pointing reading lights fall within a warmer light temperature, providing a more comfortable reading experience (while the night-lights are cooler in color temperature). Their linear arrangement also allows them to work as battery indicators, showing you the battery level in 25% increments.

Built with a lithium-ion battery on the inside, the Bandicoot is simply no-hassle. With a clean design that eliminates the need to include a clunky battery area and the additional hassle of replacing batteries when they run out, the Bandicoot’s slick one-piece design doesn’t slip off your head or shift around while running or climbing. It also is slim enough to be worn both under or over caps and beanies, allowing you to wear it everywhere, from your summertime outdoor run to your trek in the mountains. From walking the unbeaten path, to even reading a book in a tent or even fixing the fuse at home when your lights go out, the Bandicoot was designed to be every light-source you need, mounted on your head and designed to serve and to outperform in every scenario.

Designer: Knog

Click here to Buy Now: $22.00 $35.00. Hurry, only 10 days left!

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A silicone headlamp without the bulk, the endless batteries, and the “boring”.

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Perfect for EVERYWHERE like camping.

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Reading.

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Running.

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Climbing.

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Fixing your car.

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The Specs

The Bandicoot is pending design registration 201812762 and patent application 2018901607.

They have placed these LEDs in the optimum position for their purpose. This means no bulky, hinged lighthead, no bulky battery pack on the back, and no elastic fabric over the top of your head to hold it all together.

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It does NOT tangle your hair. This is a common concern but fear not, it isn’t sticky like in a rubber band. It’s a matte finish that treats your hair kinder than Pantene. If you want to look it up, the surface texture is called Yick Sang YS20043. Sounds fancy, right?

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2017’s Coolest Camping Gear

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Who said you have to endure the rough and tough outdoor life when going camping? With all the convenience that the modern world has to give you, you will surely find camping a delightful experience. You’ll get to appreciate camping, even more, when you have these gear and facilities that bring in comfort as you enjoy the exhilarating feel of what outdoor living is. So to get you ready for your next 2017 camping trip with family and friends, here are our top picks of the cool camping gear that you should have.

 

Nightstick Multi-Function Headlamp

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When night times comes and you’re still trekking, the least you want to happen is suffer an injury because your path is poorly lit! The Nightstick multifunction headlamp not just adjustable to fit anyone, but it is available with a life-saving strobe light that will automatically alert oncoming cars or nearby travelers, letting them know that you’re just around the corner.

Survival Gear Kit

When you decide to hit the wild, you never know what’ll be thrown at on your path. The best thing you could do is have a Image via: AmazonSurvival Gear Kit within your reach! It guarantees you’ll have all the necessary things you need—from having the drinking water to warm fire to keep you up and going.

Tear-Resistant Family-Size Tent

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Planning to hit the road with the family this weekend? Never leave without this tear-resistant family size tent! Why squeeze yourself in a small, motel room when you can set up a portable and durable tent in just minutes! So hit a park or a spot with a view and let be the night sky be your ceiling as you enjoy a comfortable sleep inside your tent.

Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad with Pillow

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Camping has never been this comfortable, thanks to this self-inflating sleeping pad that also comes with a pillow. Say good bye to usual hardground because this lightweight sleeping pad offers you the convenience you need minus the bulk, weight, or air compressor. All you need is just a few breaths and you have the sleeping pad to slumber on.  it comes with a sturdy valve, with open-cell foam and nonslip soft touch, waterproof skin that ensures your warmth and comfort.

Survival Sparkl®  Fire Starter with Compass and Whistle

The Image via: AmazonSurvival Sparkl® isn’t just your usual fire starter, it also comes with a top notch compass and a 150 DB emergency whistle all kept together in one lanyard for safe keeping.  Now, you can light your bonfire, prepare your BBQ fire with the Survival Spark that’ll make it very easy for you.

Camping Water Bottle

Never go camping without bringing water with you! It’s a must necessity wherever you go. However, you also have to make sure you have enough space on your backpack or camping gear when bringing in your water supply. When getting a water bottle, you want something that’s convenient to take, leak-proof, BPA-free, and safe—the Image via: AmazonForis Vacuu-Insulated Stainless Bottle is just what you need! Designed and manufactured with hikers and campers in mind, this water bottle guarantees you’ll have a cool supply of water to quench your thirst as you hike to your destination.

Camping Light with Ceiling Fan Lantern

Spring and summer are the perfect time to camp, surely, but nights may also prove warm and uncomfortable.  What you need is a Image via: Amazontent light that comes with a fan to keep you cool through the night. You can place it overhead or adjust to a standing position for directional cooling.

Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

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Who said just because you’re camping you have to keep yourself in discomfort? The Therm-a-Rest Compressible pillow will eat up only a small space in your baggage but will provide you with the comfort you need to rest your head after a tiresome day.

Buckeye Outdoor Gear Camping Hammock

Perhaps, when you find the right place to enjoy the perfect view—it could be at the beach or on the hilltop. Now, what you want to do is rest on a hammock and lull yourself to the beauty that surrounds you. If this kind of fancy runs in your mind, then bring it to reality with the Buckeye Outdoor Gear Camping Hammock. It comes with a full-pack set of kits for 100% rest and relaxation. Its high-strength tree straps and hooks will ensure sturdy support for you. It also comes with 8 convenient utility loops on the hammock and one stuff bag, which you can use to secure your stuff wherever you go.  While other hammocks take some time to install, Buckeye Outdoor Guar guarantees you of a portable, quick-to-install one. No knots needed! Simply clip into any of the 14 tree strap loops and you can adjust your hammock height without the hassle!

So what are you waiting for? Get these cool camping gear you need, pack your bags and head to the nearest campsite near you. With the convenience that these gear have to offer, you’ll definitely want to make camping a usual activity that everyone in the family will surely enjoy.

The Halo lets you see all!

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Humans have peripheral vision. This means we see everything within a 120 degree span. The tragedy of the head-mounted lamp is that it never considered that. Even today, most lamps have a focused spotlight, illuminating only a tiny circular zone, instead of the entire area.

The One80 Halo Lamp is a clever headlamp that acts as an area-light and illuminates a wide area instead of just a focused spot. A temple-to-temple strip of powerful white LEDs do a marvelous job of not just illuminating the entire field of vision, but illuminating it brightly too. The One80 Halo lamp is perfect for not just industrial work, but even night-time adventure activities. A small Lithium Ion battery powers the LED strip for two hours and can be easily charged via MicroUSB. Plus, I just personally love the way it makes you look like a celestial being with a bright ring of light around your forehead! I wonder why no one I thought of this before!

Designer: Ammon Arave

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