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Gear review – Sunblesa H11 headlamp

Posted onNovember 18, 2022November 20, 2022AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A headlamp very similar to the classic 2017 Nitecore Nu25 that’s slightly lighter with an intriguing greenlight setting. Read More …

Two+ year review – Nitecore NU25 USB Headlamp

Posted onNovember 17, 2021November 18, 2021AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

A look at a headlamp that’s light, works well, and less expensive than comparable models. Read More …

New gear I liked for 2020

Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 30, 2022AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

With about 90 bag nights this year in all four seasons, we had ample opportunity to try out new gear and replace existing equipment. Read More …

Review – NoBox Globe Lantern

Posted onAugust 11, 2020December 31, 2020AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Another well-designed and useful item from NoBox out of Salt Lake City. This lantern makes a great basecamp light I’ve grown to like over the months. Read More …

STCT USB Headlight – The poor person’s Nitecore

Posted onNovember 21, 2019April 19, 2021AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

The STCT USB Headlight is a $17 headlamp with 145 Lumens and high water resistance that boasts similar features of more expensive models. Read More …

One year review – Fenix UC02

Posted onMay 3, 2019October 15, 2019AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

The Fenix UC02 is a replacement for the Photon II that is part of my everyday toolkit. Read More …

All about the lumens and some real world use

Posted onApril 16, 2019September 27, 2021AuthorPaul Mags8 Comments

What the heck is a lumen? And what does this rating mean for real-world application? Read More …

Luci Lights – Surprisingly practical

Posted onJanuary 8, 2019November 23, 2022AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

Simple, reliable, useful, and not expensive. The inflatable and solar charged Luci lights became a helpful item for me over the past year. Read More …