Best headlamps for Trail Running
Lumens, battery life and weight for the night hours of an ultra.
HeadlampsNight Trail Running Kit: What to Carry in Autumn and Winter Races With Short Daylight
What to carry in a trail race that runs into the dark between October and February: main and backup headlamp, battery, layers for the small hours, mandatory gear, fuel and feet. Kits for <30 km and ultras.
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Best Trail Running Headlamps 2026: 12 Models Compared
The 12 best headlamps for trail and ultra running in 2026: best value, best budget, 1000+ lumen picks (Petzl Swift RL, Nao RL, Fenix HM65R-T) and models with a rear light. Choose by the hours of darkness in your race.
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