Guides for Light
All guidesPractical tips and packing lists using the gear in this collection.
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What to Pack for a Day Hike: The Short List
Water, a rain layer, sun protection, a headlamp and the few small things that earn their place in a daypack, in the order you reach for them on the trail.
What to Pack for a Day Hike: The Short List
Water, a rain layer, sun protection, a headlamp and the few small things that earn their place in a daypack, in the order you reach for them on the trail.
About Light
It is a small category with two very different kinds of product, and most people need one of each.
The first kind is rechargeable headlamps for camping and hiking: wide COB flood beams for the path ahead, headlamps with red light that protect your night vision, wave sensors that switch on without touching the lamp, lightweight models with battery indicators and USB-C charging, clip-on cap lights and aluminium headlamps with a longer reach. The second kind is camping lanterns and tent lights: solar camping lights that charge from the sun or a USB cable, mini rechargeable lanterns with warm and white light and a hook, and tent lights that can top up your phone.
One headlamp per person and one lantern per tent is the simple rule. All of them recharge by USB, so there are no batteries to replace.