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       068C XM-L Headlamp from LightsCastle.com
       By: JohnnyMac Date: April 12, 2013, 1:31 pm
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       [html]<p class="auto-style1">"<strong>068C CREE XM-L T6 680LM
       3-MODE WHITE HEADLAMP</strong>" <span class="auto-style2">from
       LightsCastle.com </span><strong> <span class="auto-style2">SKU
       #310067<br> </span></strong><span class="auto-style3">* Provided
       for review courtesy of Lightscastle.com</span></p><p><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8388/8633809800_7ae472e57f.jpg"></p><p><strong>First<br
       />Impressions</strong></p><p>I was honestly surprised by how muc
       h
       I like this headlamp.  Usually I use my Zebralights or my
       UF-H2/3/6 when I need a headlamp for detail work like soldering
       or for reading.  Usually the single strap headband and rubber
       mount hurt my forehead in short order and end up irritating me
       more than helping me.  This headlamp, once adjusted for proper
       fit, is surprisingly confortable and extremely useful.  The
       parallel cell arrangement provides fantastic runtime and eases
       my worries about having two Li-Ion cells in series strapped to
       my head.  Since the cells are wired in parallel this light will
       run on one or two cells.  I was not expecting to see a charger
       included in the package and even more surprised when I opened
       the battery compartment and found a really nice charging circuit
       built into the headlight.  While I still prefer to charge my
       cells seperately in a proper charger, this is great for the
       cyclist who is taking an extended trip and needs a small,
       lightweight charging option to carry in his/her pack to save
       precious cargo weight.  Overall construction is average and
       acceptable, especially for the price.</p><p><strong>Manufacturer
       Specs:</strong></p><p><span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Dimensions: 2.24 in x 2.13 in x 1.73 in (5.7 cm x
       5.4 cm x 4.4 cm)</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Weight: 7.09 oz (260 g)</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Model: 068C</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Quantity: 1</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Color: Black</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Material: Aluminum alloy</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Emitter Brand: Cree</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> LED Type: XM-L</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Emitter BIN: T6</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Color BIN: Cool White</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Number of Emitters: 1</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Working Voltage: 3.6~4.2V
       V</span><br class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;">
       <span class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Battery Configuration: 1 x 18650 /
       2 x 18650 (Not included)</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Circuitry: 2400mA</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Brightness: 680 lm</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Runtime: 3 hours</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Number of Modes: 3</span><br class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px;"> <span class="auto-style4"
       style="line-height: 18px; float: none; display: inline
       !important;"> Mode Arrangement: Hi > Lo > Fast Strobe</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Mode Memory: No</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Switch Type: Reverse
       clicky</span><br class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;">
       <span class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Switch Location: Tailcap</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Lens: Glass</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Reflector: Aluminum Textured /
       OP</span><br class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;">
       <span class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Strap Included: No</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Clip Included: No</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Band Length: 20~40cm</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Beam Range: 100 meters</span><br
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px;"> <span
       class="auto-style4" style="line-height: 18px; float: none;
       display: inline !important;"> Packing List: 1 x Headlamp</span>
       1 x Charger<br> <span class="auto-style3">Price:  $20.08 USD<br>
       Purchase link: <a
       href="
  HTML http://www.lightscastle.com/product/068c-cree-xm-l-t6-680lm-3-mode-white-headlamp--black-1-x-18650--2-x-18650-310067"><br
       />Lightscastle.com</a></span></p><p><strong>Measurements:</stron
       g></p><p>Head/Main
       body (diameter x length):  43.23mm x 53.27mm<br> Lens (diameter
       x thickness):  38.2mm x 1.37mm<br> Reflector (O.D x I.D. x
       Depth):  37mm x 33.8mm x 23.7mm<br> Reflector base opening:
       9mm<br> Pill (O.D. x I.D.):  33.8mm x 23.7mm<br> MCPCB Diameter:
       20mm<br> Pill switch base:  22mm</p><p><strong>Output after 30
       seconds (measured in calibrated I.S):</strong></p><p>High mode:
       476 OTF lumens<br> Low mode:   98 OTF lumens<br> Lux @ 1m:
       12,390<br> Throw distance:  222.62 m</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8254/8633809126_7e23a7f187_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8254/8633809126_7e23a7f187_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365635915607_441"></a></p><p>Lets
       take a closer look at the construction.  I will provide details
       with each pic describing what you are looking at.</p><p>The head
       is slotted and finned.  Fins at the base of the body help rid
       heat from the pill.  Slots machined into the head allow air to
       circulate through the solid and finned reflector.  Stainless
       steel bolt is used to anchor the pivot point on the mount.
       </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/8632687247_53717fca16_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/8632687247_53717fca16_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636073110_440"></a></p><p>A ve
       ry
       sturdy switch cap allows easy switching while maintaining a
       solid feel.  While small, it should be easy to find the button
       and activate the light.  The recessed switch area funnels your
       finger down to the switch so it can be easily found. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8540/8633793402_45758412e8_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8540/8633793402_45758412e8_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>All driver and charging circuits are
       located in the battery case at the rear of the headlight.
       Sturdy, coiled cabling routes from the battery case to the
       headlight base.  The head strap is very comfortable to wear and
       never feels as if it is cutting or digging into your skin.  What
       appears to be m erely a decorative label on the battery case is
       actually a tail light that glows red when the headlight is on.
       A red LED on the driver/charging circuit illuminates this panel
       from behind.  This helps make a hiker or cyclist more visable
       from the rear. Not super bright but it does add to the user's
       safety. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8545/8632685115_4b0e649cf0_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8545/8632685115_4b0e649cf0_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636161320_440"></a></p><p>The
       inner surface of the battery case is made of a very soft rubber
       and is contoured to wrap around the curve of your head.
       </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8533/8633790024_e82baa97ca_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8533/8633790024_e82baa97ca_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636434893_440"></a></p><p>The
       base of the battery case is where the external wallwart charger
       plugs into the light.  To access the cells, merely peel the
       cover from the hard plastic base. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8122/8633791338_61456dac07_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8122/8633791338_61456dac07_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>The charging port itself is accessed by
       removing the plug.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8396/8633790736_2bf66a1807_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8396/8633790736_2bf66a1807_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>A look at the front of the light.  The 
       OP
       reflector provides a very smooth beam (as you will see in later
       shots) but still provides a fair amount of throw from a
       surprisingly concentrated and bright hotspot considering the 490
       OTF lumens on high.  THe Cree XM-L T6 is CW but has a nice pure
       white tint to it.  I would have to hazard a guess that my
       example uses a 1C tint.  A plastic centering/insulation ring on
       the emitter centers the reflector perfectly. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8520/8632688531_f43ae1283b_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8520/8632688531_f43ae1283b_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636631232_440"></a></p><p>With
       the aluminum bezel removed we can begin to see the completely
       anodized internals of the head. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8538/8633798432_5230ddd485_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8538/8633798432_5230ddd485_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636575911_440"></a></p><p>The
       lens is glass but is only 1.37mm thin.  It is uncoated but is
       very clear for just glass.  A GITD o-ring sits between the bezel
       and the lens.  All the internal parts are perfectly machined and
       designed for a perfect solid fit when assembled with no
       looseness in any of the parts.  It just feels good when
       reassembling the head. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8239/8632691115_7a158e5937_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8239/8632691115_7a158e5937_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636675521_440"></a></p><p>The
       threads are clean and while not the smoothest, they aren't too
       bad.  I've seen better but I've seen worse as well. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8384/8633796584_9935564086_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8384/8633796584_9935564086_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636714384_440"></a></p><p>A
       closer look at the front of the bezel.  Notches machined into
       the inner face of the bezel allow you to use a tool to grip the
       bezel for removal.  There is enough surface on the bezel lip
       that hand grip alone was more than enough to loosen things.
       </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8632689131_f500e1ee90_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8632689131_f500e1ee90_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>The reflector itself is machined from a
       solid piece and is finned for extra thermal transfer area.
       Grooves in the front and rear of the reflector have an o-ring in
       each.  This allows the reflector to fit/slide snugly into the
       head with no rattle at all.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8540/8633801296_43b4c60ff1_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8540/8633801296_43b4c60ff1_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here you can better see the fins and
       o-rings.  These are the nice o-rings, not cheap silicone or
       rubber. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8265/8633800618_d5bd5b4489_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8265/8633800618_d5bd5b4489_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365636886145_440"></a></p><p>The
       design of the reflector base means it sits firmly onto the
       emitter's centering ring while being raised enough to avoid any
       chance of shorting the power connectors on the LED MCPCB.</p><p>
       <a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8545/8633799896_5bb40764df_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8545/8633799896_5bb40764df_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Inside the head we can see the top of t
       he
       pill and the 20mm LED star/mcpcb.  Soldering on the connections
       is very good.  Proper amount of thermal grease is applied
       between the star and the solid base of the pill.  heat from the
       pill is transferred to the head only where the lip of the pill
       sits on internal ledge.in the head.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8534/8632695767_f7b60d7a55_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8534/8632695767_f7b60d7a55_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Fully anodized interior. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8633801888_699eededc9_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8633801888_699eededc9_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here I've pulled the pill out from the
       head.  You can see the top lip where the pill sits against a lip
       i the wall of the head. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8245/8632696335_fad9d3ce9c_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8245/8632696335_fad9d3ce9c_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>The base of the pill contains a press f
       it
       PCB borad for the switch.  There are no components in the inner
       surface of the PCB.  Just wiring form the battery case to the
       switch and from the feed cable to the emitter.  The switch has a
       nice lcick to it and while small, feels acceptably solid.
       </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8239/8632696927_0d3566d4dc_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8239/8632696927_0d3566d4dc_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>A closer look at the switch. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/8633804266_ba87497f56_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/8633804266_ba87497f56_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here we can see the very base of the he
       ad
       and the rubber switch boot/grommet. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8260/8633805474_6347a8c2cb_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8260/8633805474_6347a8c2cb_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Back to the battery case, here we see t
       he
       silicone rubber cover pulled from the body of the case.  A split
       ring keeps the rubber cover from getting lost.  4 screws hold
       the inside of the compartment to the outer case. </p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8632680559_513fab8f02_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8632680559_513fab8f02_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>With the screws removed and the interna
       l
       section lifted, we can see the driver/charging circuit for the
       headlamp.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8252/8633785946_a1ae7637f5_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8252/8633785946_a1ae7637f5_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>A closer look at the circuitry.  I'm su
       re
       someone could change out the sense resistors and bump up output
       but given the limited thermal transfer capability of the pill
       and head I would not recommend doing so.  I think the current
       output is perfect for the light's thermal properties.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8247/8633786672_f96d6269d5_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8247/8633786672_f96d6269d5_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Protected TF flames fit fine inside wit
       h
       1 or 2mm to spare.  Protected 3400's might be too tight a fit to
       work but most else should be just fine.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8259/8632678307_a12340f2f8_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8259/8632678307_a12340f2f8_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here is the wall wart charger that come
       s
       with the headlamp.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8520/8632707091_d97b3b1587_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8520/8632707091_d97b3b1587_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Designed for US plugs and 100/240 volts
       input, it outputs 4.2v @ 500 mAh</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8124/8633812636_78a94b70e1_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8124/8633812636_78a94b70e1_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>When not plugged into the battery case
       and when the charge is complete, the LED on the charger turns
       green.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8522/8633811894_113df319f6_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8522/8633811894_113df319f6_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>When charging the cells it is
       red.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8240/8633811158_89b291232d_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8240/8633811158_89b291232d_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365637612159_440"></a></p><p>If
       cells are in the case and the charger plugged into the case, the
       LED is lit green.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8254/8633810468_5a0b940680_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8254/8633810468_5a0b940680_k.jpg"<br
       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here is a pic of the output profile wit
       h
       the light perfectly parallel to my well worn table.  Very smooth
       spread and nicely focused hotspot.</p><p><a
       href="
  HTML http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8110/8633818116_f41eda89b8_k.jpg"<br
       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here is a shot of the light on low.  PW
       M
       is definitely visable in low.  On high there is zero
       PWM.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Next up you can see how the red marker 
       on
       the rear of the lamp lights red when the light is on.  Even in a
       lit room you can easily see the red light but through the camera
       it's not as visible as with the naked eye.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1365637795886_440"></a></p><p>With
       the lights off you can see it much better.  I think it's a
       really nice feature for a cyclist to have.  Since this is my
       first headlamp of this kind I don't know if it's a common
       feature or not.  Regardless, it's pretty nice to have.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Close up shot of the rear LED.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here is a ceiling shot.  I have 10ft
       ceilings in my house and the headlamp is a little over 6ft from
       the ceiling (sitting on the dining room table).  Usually I have
       no problem getting the entire spill form a light into the
       picture but I had to get on the floow to fit this one.  Spill is
       the widest I have on any light, even FTT lights in flood mode.
       You can see how smooth and buttery the spill is while the nice
       center spot aids in distance viewing.  My lux readings show the
       range of this to be over 220 meters.  Not bad form a small
       headlight with so much spill.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p>Here the light is 1 meter from the wall
       .
       I've taped a yardstick to the wall so you can get a proper idea
       of the size of the spill and the hotspot.</p><p><a
       href="
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       />target="_blank"><img
       src="
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       />width="50%"></a></p><p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p><p>I
       really like this headlamp!  I have to give it a solid
       recommendation at it's selling price of only $20 USD.
       Comfortable, smooth spill, great hotspot, long run time with 2
       parallel 18650 cells.  This light will go with me when I go
       camping and hiking for sure.  I don't bicycle but I used to and
       if I still did I would use it in addition to a handlebar mounted
       light.  Even by itself it would probably work very
       well!</p><p>Feel free to leave comments and thoughts.  Thanks
       for reading!</p><p>~Johnny</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>
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