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Headlamp

Definition of Climbing Equipment Word

By Stewart Green, About.com

Headlamp

A compact flashlight, usually with bright LED bulbs, that is mounted and worn on a headband, allowing a climber the free use of his hands. Climbers usually carry headlamps (headtorches in Britain) on long climbs or mountain routes where there is a good chance of being benighted on the climb or on the descent.

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