It’s not possible to adjust the power on the red-light beam, but this isn’t usually necessary as it is just for reading and close tasks. This function works on both the main power beam, which reaches just over 200 feet, and the more diffuse power-saving beam. This allows you to fine tune your beam to the task at hand while not wasting extra power. First off, it’s possible to smoothly dim or brighten the ReVolt by just holding down the power button.
BLACK DIAMOND STORM HEADLAMP MANUAL UPGRADE
The ReVolt came as an upgrade to an older Petzl Tikka that I owned, and a couple features prove to be worth the upgrade. For extended trips where recharging isn’t an option there’s always the ability to swap the rechargeable AAA batteries for standard ones, enabling flexibility with the power options.
Additionally, the rechargeable battery pack means you won’t be buying or throwing away extra batteries.
BLACK DIAMOND STORM HEADLAMP MANUAL FULL
With a headlamp like the ReVolt you can give a full charge anywhere there is access to a power source and USB outlet (the headlamp includes a micro USB cable which plugs directly into the unit). Whether it’s at your house the night before a trip, or even in the car in between trailheads, it’s an easy, convenient way to maximize the brightness of the beam and ensure that the headlamp is always topped off. There’s nothing worse than a dim beam from a headlamp whose batteries are less than full. The biggest advantage of a rechargeable battery is that each new trip can start with a full battery charge ensuring a maximum power output beam. This isn’t a review which pits multiple rechargeable headlamps against each other in order to nitpick the minor differences, rather it’s a quick rundown of why the ReVolt works for the majority of my needs and why you might consider getting a rechargeable headlamp in the future. Black Diamond’s ReVolt has these standard features, but it’s also rechargeable via USB which is a huge advantage for most backcountry uses. Most headlamps fit a pretty standard profile these days - a couple different brightness settings, some weather durability, and possibly a red-light function to preserve your night vision. Additionally, this is a piece of gear that I use regularly & trust. Please consider supporting this site and using these links. This small income helps pay for hosting, design, and content on the site. Note: Some links in this post are affiliate links. Online: /en_US/headlamps-and-lanterns/revolt