Princeton Tec Remix Headlamp Review

The new Princeton Tec Remix is a hybrid headlamp that combines two types of LED lighting. The Remix has one large Maxbright LED and three 5mm LEDs. I was impressed with Remix's Beam Strength in the Max Bright High Mode. I was able to bike at night very comfortably on a gravel road, and I was able to be seen from a distance.

Princeton Tech Remix Hybrid Headlamp

In this picture, I'm hiking with the 5 mm LEDs on. This setting provides more than a enough light for a night hike. I tested the Remix with the white 5mm LEDs. You can also get the Remix with Red or Green 5mm LEDs. The Maxbright LED is always a white light. Look at the test images I pictured below. You'll see the "white" 5mm LEDs actually put off a blue light. The straps adjust very quickly so you can place the lamp over a hood or hat. The headlamp unit itself weighs just 83 grams (with 3 AAA batteries), so after a while you forget about it. I like the compact size which makes the Remix easy to stash your pocket .

Princeton Tec Remix Specs:

3 -- 5 mm LEDS and 1 Maxbright Rebel LED

Here you can see the three 5mm LEDs and the Large Maxbright Rebel LED. The remix has a large button on the top that can be operated with gloves on or by those who have arthritis. To switch from one bulb to the other three, you just hold the button for a second and the other light illuminates. The Remix is water resistant.

Single Arm Ratcheting Head Pivoting

The main lighting unit pivots on a single arm. This makes the beam angle easy to adjust and keep the light in place. It's nice to be able to take the headlamp off, set it down and have the beam hold steady. The batteries are also easy to change out. You just pry open the door using a tool that is integrated into the headband adjuster.

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Brightness Test Pictures

5mm LEDs Low

5mm LEDs High

Maxbright LED Low

Maxbright LED High