Petzl E97 Tikka Plus 2 Headlamp

by Petzl

• Versatile and powerful. Three white lighting modes (maximum, economic and flashing mode). Two red lighting modes: continuous and blinking
• One high-output white LED provides up to 50 lumens of light and shines up to 35 meters. 55 to 140 hours of light
• Easy to use: electronic push-button switch. Battery pack is easy to open. Light beam can be aimed. ADAPT system is easy to mount.
• Push-button switch limits inadvertently turning on the lamp during storage. Battery charge indicator light. Water resistant to IP X4 standard
• Compact, light (83g with batteries) and comfortable. Single compartment contains LEDs and batteries. Adjustable headband

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Tikka Plus 2 headlamp integrates two light sources for versatility: one white, high-output LED and one red LED. The white LED delivers 50 lumens in maximum mode and lights up to 35 meters. In economic mode, it can reach a burn-time of 140 hours. The red LED provides spare lighting to preserve night vision or to become a blinking light for increased safety, for example in an urban environment, etc. The Tikka Plus 2 can be used with lithium batteries to decrease weight or increase performance in cold weather. High performance and features you can count on for frequent use in both the backcountry and urban settings. Built in last mode memory.

Product Description

The TIKKA PLUS 2 headlamp integrates two light sources for versatility: one white, high-output LED and one red LED. The white LED delivers 50 lumens in maximum mode and lights up to 35 meters. In economic mode, it can reach a burn-time of 140 hours. The red LED provides spare lighting to preserve night vision or to become a strobe light for increased safety, for example in an urban environment, etc. Type of lighting (white or red) is selected by pressing for two seconds on the push-button (the last mode used remains in the memory until the next use). The TIKKA PLUS can be used with lithium batteries to decrease weight or increase performance in cold weather. 3AAA alkaline batteries included.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002BWQ4I2
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (146 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,586 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #19 in Sports & Outdoors > Outdoor Recreation > Camping & Hiking > Lights & Lanterns > Headlamps

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

252 of 257 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book light - Wait for it to go on sale as a Lightning deal (which it frequently does) May 5, 2010

By Bob Tobias #1 HALL OF FAMETOP 10 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Color Name:Mystic Gray|Amazon Verified Purchase

Length: 2:02 Mins

2+ year update: Still works great. I've been through several sets of batteries but all else, the headband, switch, and light are still good as new!

As a work light this thing is great. It's comfortable and has a beam that is bright and not so focused that you have to keep moving your head to light up different spots of where you are working. The memory feature means the light turns on the the last-used setting with a single button push. The small size and light weight means it is easy to wear.

Then, I discovered that in addition to being an excellent work light that it's also great for reading in bed. The tilt feature allows me to sit/lie comfortably and have the light stay on the page. Having a red light means I can easily read at night without disturbing my wife, our daughter, or the dog (depending on who's in bed with me at the time). Also, I've found that, for me at least, it improves the contrast of what I'm reading.

The thing is light, comfortable, doesn't get in the way when I'm lying down, and illuminates the entire page I'm looking at without having to keep juggling the book or something attached to it.

I got tired of carrying it between my tool box and nightstand so the next time it went on sale I bought a second one.

Four stars instead of five because it's a tad pricey. (Wait for it to come available as a Lightning Deal.)

BTW, I feel that honest, effective reviews, accompanied by detailed videos, can take the place of first-hand experiences that are often lacking in online shopping. I've always appreciated the help I've received from other reviewers and try to return the favor as best as I can. I hope you found this review helpful and the video at least entertaining. If there was anything you thought was lacking or unclear leave a comment and I'll do what I can to fix it.

51 of 53 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars peztel is awesome. February 21, 2010

By C. King

Color Name:Mystic Gray|Amazon Verified Purchase

I want to start off by saying, I researched the h*** out of headlamps before deciding upon the tikka plus 2. This is the first headlamp I had bought in over 8 years, I am very impressed with the advancements in technology and how well they were applied in making the tikka plus 2. It weighs almost nothing and has a great click system for angling the lamp in a certain direction. The red light is awesome for not disturbing others at night. For $30, you can't find a better headlamp.

38 of 40 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Bright, Well Made, Versatile November 24, 2009

By B. Fong

Color Name:Mystic Gray|Amazon Verified Purchase

I had previously owned a Princton Tec Quad and never had a Petzl lamp but this is well made with some style if that matters to you. The three modes for white light, high, low and flashing. The red light only has two modes of consistent and flashing.

It is very sturdy offers a great beam of light for the white light with only one bulb. I have had it for just 3 weeks so no experiences with it running low yet but I am using it sparingly.