Product DescriptionThe Tikka is the older mainstay of the Petzl headlamp "fleet". It has two settings: On, and Off. It runs on three AAA batteries
From the Petzl site:
"-=TIKKA® 3 LED headlamp=-
-Long burn time
-3 LED produce fl ood beam lighting with a long burn time.
-Compact and lightweight single compartment contains LED and batteries
-78 g including batteries.
-Easy to use and practical one lighting level, beam can easily aimed where needed, comfortable and adjustable elastic headband.
*Certification CE*
-=Technical specifications=-
-Water resistant for all-weather use.
-Operates on 3 AAA/LR03 batteries (included).
-Weight : 78 g including batteries.
-3-year guarantee."
Petzle site - Tikka PageFeaturesAmazing features, such as:
-On
and..
-Off!
-Three LED lights provide illumination. 1 inch elastic strap comfortably fits on a human head without discomfort for long periods of time, and can easily be adjusted to fit helmets. Images |
Reviews
| TacoDelRio | Basic | | 
Voted 5/5 | This is a baic, affordable headlamp. It works fine in most conditions, though it would obviously be lacking in extreme weather, and battery-type may be an issue in extreme cold. I like mine, and when I do use a headlamp at night (rarely), it does the job. Have had the same three Energizer alkaline AAA's in there since late 2005, and it is now Fall 2007. | | Posted Oct 12, 2007 8:17 am |
| Alan Ellis | It's OK....but... | | 
Voted 3/5 | Good for around camp or hiking established trails. I would not recommend it for route finding or class 3 in the dark. | | Posted Oct 19, 2007 10:47 am |
| Judd97 | Nice Headlamp | | 
Voted 5/5 | I have the Plus version of this headlamp and it provides great lighting for standard camping and/or night hiking/climbing. I have yet to use it in any sort of extreme weather, but for standard use it is hard to beat for the price! | | Posted Dec 7, 2007 12:17 am |
| Linda Breton | Solid and Reliable | | 
Hasn't voted | No bells and whistles, just a reliable, light headlamp. Using this headlamp for 4 years now and changed the batteries once. I swapped the lens cover for the optional green to preserve night vision. No problems using this lighting in winter, bushwhacking, or tricky terrain. Still my #1 lamp in the pack. | | Posted Jan 29, 2008 8:43 pm |
| Mountain_girl | camping rather than hiking | | 
Voted 4/5 | I treat my tikka as an emergency lamp and always have it in my backpack while hiking and it is perfect for that - light, tiny and long-lasting. However, it is not the best choice for a planned hike in the dark. Its strong blue light is rather short and lights up the way to max. 3 meters or so. | | Posted Mar 18, 2008 4:03 pm |
| Tsuyoshi | headlamp standard | | 
Voted 4/5 | for small lightweight headlamps, this is probably the standard that most headlamps are compared to. it is compact, lightweight and reliable. it works in rain, snow, wind etc. there isn't anything fancy about it and that is what makes it great. it's hard plastic protective housing is rugged and takes a beating. for the price, you can't go wrong.
this was my first headlamp. i now use a black diamond spot as it is more versatile, brighter and lighter. but the plastic on the spot is much more susceptible to breaking as it is thinner and a bit more fragile. | | Posted Mar 6, 2009 6:11 am |
| phoxtrot | Great headlamp | | 
Voted 5/5 | I made the change from my old single bulb Petzl that my wife and I have had forever to a cheap model LED. It wasn't long until I purchased the Tikka. I am very impressed with the brightness and battery life. If it's anything like the 25 year old one I replaced, it should last a life time. | | Posted Nov 4, 2009 7:46 pm |
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