Fenix
HM65R
Based on 83 Reddit mentions
$99.95
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Best Ultramarathon Lighting System 2026
The Fenix only does 160 lumens for 10.5 hours and drops to 50 lumens https://zeroair.org/2021/05/26/fenix-hm65r-t-headlamp-review You can't put it on your waist either. I run with two Nitecore HA11 and HA15, both 1xAA and one can be put on your head and one put on your waist, with 2 spare batteries
...effortDee in r/Ultramarathon
February 1, 2026 12:53 PM
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What light to get?
The HM65R is hands-down the most high quality light that won’t break the bank. The biggest advantage it has is the flood and spot lights being able to operate independently and simultaneously. I currently run one on my helmet with a zebra floody below in their warmest light tone to make up for the o
...SkullMan20XX in r/caving
June 28, 2025 2:08 PM
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Headlamps on a budget
Energizer headlamp, like $6 on sale. Got me through years of backpacking and the beginnings of my trail running. For the more expensive kind get the Fenix HM65R-T and a couple extra batteries.
QuadCramper in r/ultrarunning
June 26, 2025 10:50 AM
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What headlamp do you actually use when working on your truck?
Not so much for vehicle work, but have like and frequently use a Fenix HM65R. It’s ‘flood’ mode is buttery smooth. Click to enlarge. In the photo thats not the original headband... I managed to destroy the original, and noticed they make a black version when looking for a replacement. Kind of pricy,
...nullvoid88 in r/Tools
July 2, 2026 4:34 AM
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What's your favorite flashlight/headlamp edc?
I use a Fenix HM65R. It was pricey at the time but damn is it a good headlamp. Going on 6 years old, pretty heavy usage since I'm on nights.
mitchumz in r/millwrights
July 8, 2026 1:00 AM
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Fenix lights for caving
I'm moderately new and have been very happy with a Fenix HM65R as my main light and Sofrin H25S's as my backups. They aren't the absolute best on the market, but this has been my experience:Pros:- all are USB-C rechargeable and use 18650s- I've never had my Fenix die on me (or even get below half -
...Brief_Criticism_492 in r/caving
July 8, 2026 1:02 AM
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Winter is coming
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 Running Headlamp. The headband also has incorporated reflective elements (more easily seen than what you'd have on a running singlet or shorts). Pricey, but I do run in some pitch black areas without lighting at night.
Jason_SYD in r/beginnerrunning
September 2, 2025 10:26 PM
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Head torch recommendations?
Most torches except some high end ones are made in China these days anyway and shipped around the world. I can buy pretty much any torch suggested by the USA'ians and get it shipped to Scotland without any trouble, in fact some are available on amazon or from independent resellers. One brand you cou
...Bookhoarder2024 in r/UKhiking
January 12, 2026 2:07 PM
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Official Q&A for Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Upgrade from $12 Walmart headlamp? I've been night running with this $12 Ozark Trail headlamp for years. My two complaints: It's heavy; as the elastic ages I'm cinching it uncomfortably tighter It munches disposable AAAs like a monster. Nothing like being out mid run and realizing it's shot for the
...Opticsdoug in r/running
January 14, 2026 9:19 PM
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Headlamp recommendations for technical night trail training
I've really liked the Fenix HM62-T and it's 15 grams lighter then the HM65R-T and quite a bit cheaper. It's been a solid replacement to my Petzl RL Swift which is lighter (I think ~150 grams on the Fenix versus ~100 grams on the Petzl.) With the Fenix being wider and lower profile to the Petzl it wa
...RunzWitScissors in r/ultrarunning
February 11, 2026 6:39 PM
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