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[Closed] Exposure Verso head torch

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Has anyone got one? About to push the button on one, but its a bit of an impulse purchase, and wanted to double check if people are happy/not with them. Mostly going to be using it for running, and as additional light on bridleway riding.

Thoughts?


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 9:40 am
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Is that a burn time of 45min at full pelt?


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 9:55 am
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Yep, think so. Although some places quote 1.5hr min on max setting with the supplied Li battery. So maybe 45 with disposables.

It's always a trade off between brightness and battery life, so I was planning on using it on med, where you get 5+ hrs.


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 11:02 am
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Nice for running, but I'd definitely go for the additional Piggyback battery option. Nice and light, decent pool of light for running. I like it, but I'd also look at the Silva Trail Speed Elite if you want a lot of light.

But overall, I'd say expensive but a nice thing. I'm not overly convinced by it as a bike light - a bit too floody I'd say. YMMV


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 12:35 pm
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Cheers for the info BWD. I looked at the Trail Speed Elite, but the battery weight put me off.

I also don't really like propitiatory battery packs, I'm expecting a light to last 10yrs or more, and can't image being able to get a replacement that far down the line. One of the Verso attractions is the replaceable standard battery.


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 1:35 pm
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No worries. I'm a big fan of Exposure's bike lights and the Verso seems to have the same build quality and neatness. I like the all-metal construction and the slight quirkiness compared to most headtorches. The Trail Speed Elite works best with battery in a pocket, pack or bum-bag I think, but it's actually better than you'd expect even on the head, I think because it sits quite low.


 
Posted : 12/03/2015 1:45 pm