Passionate about outdoor adventures? If your thing is trail running competitions, and even ultra-distance, the product we present in RUNNEA is of great interest to you. We are talking about the Fenix HM65R-T headlamp, the perfect accessory that must be part of your complete high-flying trail running kit.
There is no doubt that the different competitions that we can find in trail territory are gaining more and more followers every day. In this sense, this fever for mountain races makes the organizers themselves are stricter with the mandatory material that every trail runner and / or ultrarunner must present at the starting line. Especially in long-distance races, and more specifically in the ultradistance -over 100 kilometers of race-. In fact, one of its great strengths lies in the fact that it is a training and/or long-distance competition device. No matter the roadmap to follow and the volume of kilometers to perform, the Fenix HM65R-T will be the perfect ally you are looking for.
All the strengths and highlights of the Fenix HM65R-T headlamp
Not only are trail running shoes that best fit the athlete essential to successfully finish the event, but also accessories such as headlamps become a "must" for every trail runner. In this case, the new Fenix HM65R-T headlamp has several arguments in its favor: great lightness, exceptional battery life,formidable illumination and ease of use. All this adds up to great performance.
In terms of light weight, this Fenix HM65R-T headlamp weighs only 91 grams without the built-in battery. Thanks to its rechargeable 3,400 mAh lithium-ion battery, it can last up to 300 hours. As an alternative option, this device can also be powered by two CR123A batteries.
In addition, the combination of its two LED lights and 1,500 lumens of light output will make your night outings in the mountains safer. In fact, floodlight control (floodlight) - which ensures a wider beam of light - and spotlight control (spotlight) is carried out through separate switches. These can be operated simultaneously, making operation much easier and simpler:
Spotlight distance (lumens and meters)
- Turbo: 1300 lumens 4 hours to reach up to 170 meters.
- High: 400 lumens of 12 hours to reach up to 96 meters.
- Medium: 130 lumens of 24 hours to reach up to 55 meters.
Floodlight (lumens and meters)
- High: 400 lumens of 12 hours to reach up to 54 meters.
- Medium: 70 lumens of 36 hours to reach up to 23 meters.
- Low: 5 lumens of 300 hours to reach up to 6 meters.
What did we like most about the Fenix HM65R-T headlamp at RUNNEA?
As he likes to say, our #RunTester of the RUNNEA TEAM, Mikel Bejarano, has taken to the mountain to test this new Fenix HM65R-T headlamp, and his feelings could not be more positive. "One of the points that I liked the most is its adjustment system, it is very easy to use and accommodate you in a quick and efficient way. With just one hand and even without stopping the race you can adjust it perfectly," said our young off-road tester.
It is also true that Mikel has another positive aspect of this accessory for trail runners of all types and conditions, such as the fact that "the possibility of combining the two types of headlights allows you to expand the range of visibility and avoids those common headaches caused by the "tunnel effect" that usually appears when you are for a long time with a limited campo of vision".
What opportunities for improvement should this Phoenix HM65R-T headlamp include?
Without deviating from the product test conducted by our colleague Mikel Bejarano, in addition to the good and positive things that this high-end Phoenix HM65R-T headlamp brings with it, there are also opportunities for improvement, which the developers of the Chinese brand should take into account for subsequent editions of this model. So one of the points of improvement is the weight of the device. It stands at 91 grams in weight and with exact dimensions of 80 x 47 x 39 mm.
"Weight is a very important aspect of any headlamp. While it is true that once you get used to it over time and as the kilometers go by, it may seem a bit heavy when you first get used to it", says Mikel after his outdoor outings in the mountains.
Award-winning model and top-quality design that improves on the original version
Within the Fenix outdoor series, this Fenix HM65R-T headlamp is an improved version of the original HM65R, which has already been recognized and awarded the iF DESIGN 2021 and Silver Award in Asia Outdoor Industry Award. Its slogan of "One charge for 100k of running" is a statement of intent for this product for mountain runners from the Chinese manufacturer.
Its reliability and resistance is beyond any doubt, since this HM65R-T is made of aluminum, magnesium and quality polycarbonate. Something that reinforces those sections of lightness and durability. Details that do not go unnoticed by the most demanding trail runners. So much so that this Fenix HM65R-T headlamp presents a superior quality, and has an IP68 rated protection and 2 meters of impact resistance.
More interesting things about this latest version of the Fenix HM65R-T is the inclusion of the patented Fit System. A rotating snap and pull closure system, which provides fit and comfort. But whose main feature is that the strap can be adjusted with just one hand.
Highlights of the Fenix HM65R-T headlamp
- Dimensions: 80 x 47 x 39 mm.
- Weight: 91 g (without battery)
- Maximum output: 1500 lumens.
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery: 18650 (3400 mAh).
- Maximum beam distance: 170 meters.
- Brightness levels: 6.
- IP Protection: IP 68.
- Constant current circuit to ensure longer run time.
- Reverse polarity protection (incorrect battery insertion).
- Fastcharging USB Type-Ccharging port.
- Strobe: No
- Battery level indicator: Yes.
Little more needs to be added for you to have this latest generation HM65R-T as one of the must-have accessories for each of your adventures. A small nuance, and as a curious note of the brand. The word "Phoenix" originates from the term "Phoenix", theChinese translation of whichmeans "Perfect Thing". There's that, and you have one more clue to the guarantees that this Fenix HM65R-T headlamp can offer you.
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