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Ways to Make Your Headlamps More Comfortable

Headlamps have become an essential part of our outdoor lives. They allow us to explore the world without fear of the dark and they are a lifesaver when it comes to exploring the backcountry after sunset. But if you spend hours every night wearing your headlamps, then sooner or later you’re going to start feeling some discomfort. That’s because most headlamp designs are not built with comfort in mind.

Double Strap Your Headlamp

• If you wear your headlamp every night, you should double strap it.

• This will prevent your headlamp from swinging side to side, which can cause a lot of discomfort.

• Even if you wear your headlamp on the outside of your coat, it will swing when you walk and this can lead to a lot of headaches.

• When you double strap your headlamp, you’ll want to use both a headstrap and a shoulder strap.

• The headstrap should be snug, while the shoulder strap allows you to wear it in a comfortable way.

• If you can’t wear your headlamp on both your shoulder and your head, then you’ll also want to consider using a backpack.

Use a Good Quality Lens

There’s a big difference between high-quality lenses and low-end lenses. A low-quality lens may look good now, but it’s easy to make your headlamp look old and cloudy. So before you buy your next headlamp lens, pay close attention to the quality. Low-quality lenses are usually made of plastic and will quickly break, fog up and look cloudy. High-quality lenses are made of glass and they last much longer. They can also be used on flashlights and lanterns, so you don’t have to buy multiple lenses. High-quality lenses also come with a lifetime warranty, so if any scratches or breakage occurs, then you can simply send it back for a replacement.

Get a New Strap

• When you’re wearing your headlamp every night, it’s inevitable that your current strap is going to get raw and uncomfortable.

• And trust us, it will happen. This is especially true for those headlamps that have an adjustable strap.

• Rather than waiting for your current strap to get uncomfortable, you should consider buying a new one.

• Headlamps often come with a single strap, but it’s easy to buy an additional strap when you’re buying your lamp.

• When buying a strap, make sure it has a sturdy clasp rather than a buckle.

• Buckles can be easily broken and they’re also less comfortable.

• Straps with a clasp tend to be more durable.

• And since you’ll probably be wearing your headlamp every night, you should get a strap that’s made of durable material.

Add a Beanie or Cap to Nighttime Adventures

If you’re planning on wearing your headlamp full-time, then you should also consider wearing a beanie or cap. This will help to add some warmth, which can be quite important during the colder months. And it can also be used to create a makeshift bun. You can also try using a beanie while hiking. This can help to prevent the lamp from bouncing around and it can also prevent your headlamp from getting scratched or damaged.

Headlamps can be a great tool when exploring the great outdoors after dark, but they can also be extremely uncomfortable. If this is the case for you, then you should consider double-strapping your headlamp, changing the bulb often, using a good quality lens, adding ventilation and wearing a beanie or cap.