How to choose a fishing headlamp
8.8. 2023
A quality and powerful headlamp is an integral part of fishing equipment. Without it you simply can't do it! Don't know which headlamp to choose for fishing? Take a look at the following article.
Has it happened to you that your headlamp barely glows when fishing, you can't see properly where you are casting and even working and casting under such light is no fun? That's why it's advisable to aim for a headlamp that has enough power not to limit you when working with the rod, but also a light suitable for shining under your hands at close range when working.
One such headlamp is the Fenix HM71R. This is a very powerful flashlight with a superbly tuned spotlight reflector with a neutral white light that will reach a long distance and see exactly what you need on the water. Another benefit is a floodlight reflector with a very soft light, plus a high color rendering index (CRI). Any work under this "wide-beam" is a joy - the light really is a bomb.
HM71R - spotlight reflector
The headlamp comes with a 21700 type 5000 mAh battery, which will provide sufficient runtime for both high power usage or longer work in lower modes.
The HM71R comes with a 5000 mAh battery and is rechargeable via USB-C connector.
HM71R - a wide spotlight with high CRI.
Another popular headlamp for fishing is the Fenix HM70R, which also features a red light. This comes in handy both to keep the headlamp from being constantly littered with insect company, which tends to be plentiful near water. But it is also useful, for example, when collecting roaches, which do not run away from the red light. Again, the separate main beam and wide reflector allow for exactly the lighting you need for individual actions.
The HM70R has a red light.
With a type 21700 5000 mAh battery, the HM70R achieves excellent runtime in all modes.
The HM70R headlamps spotlight reflector.
and the floodlight reflector (HM70R).
Compared to the previous two, the Fenix HM61R Amber V2.0 is a slightly smaller headlamp powered by a 18650 type battery with a 3400 mAh capacity. The white light cone is tuned as a spotlight with a stronger center to provide long range and a diffused halo to illuminate the surroundings.
The 18650 type battery of the HM61R Amber V2.0 headlamp features a USB-C port.
You can also recharge the headlamp via the included magnetic connector cable.
The indication lights up when charging.
The red light has an output of 10 lumens in the stronger mode, which is sufficient for normal work near water.
See the following table for the parameters of all three headlamps:
| Fenix HM71R | Fenix HM70R | Fenix HM61R Amber V2.0 | |
| Light source | LED Luminus SST-20 | MATCH CA18, Everlight 2835 | LED Luminus SST-40, Everlight 2835 |
| White light color | Daylight white 5500-6500 K, neutral white 4000-5000 K | Daylight white 5500-6500 K, neutral white 4000-5000 K | neutral white 4000-5000 K |
| Red light | No | Yes | Yes |
| Output | 2700 lm | 1600 lm | 1600 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | 186 m | 162 m |
| Charging method | USB-C port on the body of the flashlight | USB-C port on the body of the flashlight | Magnetic connector on the flashlight, USB-C port on the battery |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 3400 mAh |
| Dimensions | 106 mm length x 45 mm x 46 mm | 94,5 mm x 51 mm x 46 mm | 103 mm x 36 mm x 45 mm |
| Weight | 207 grams | 206 grams | 157 grams |
So which is the right one?
As in most cases, choosing the best flashlight is a matter of personal preference and you can't go wrong with any of the flashlights compared.
If you're unsure of your choice, the easiest thing you can do is contact us. We will be happy to advise you on email questions and last but not least, we will also be happy to welcome you in our brick and mortar store.