Packing plenty of punch in a small package, the Spot 400 is a lightweight and compact head torch with enough power to light up any adventure. Used by climbers, skiers, hikers, trail runners and wild campers alike, this headlamp boasts 400 lumens of power, now housed in a better balanced, lower profile and more ergonomic body. Boasting a brighter beam and more features than its little brothers in the BD range, the Astro 300 and Cosmo 350 head torches, the Spot 400 adds spot and flood lighting modes operated via a second switch for easy selection. PowerTap Technology also enables you to switch from your chosen brightness setting to max power and back again with a simple tap. Powered by 3 AAA batteries out of the box (or Black Diamond’s li-ion rechargeable battery), it comes primed ready for adventure — wherever your plans might take you.
| Max Distance | Weight Without Batteries | Weight | Batteries | IPX Rating | Lumen | Max Burntime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [High] 100 m [Medium] 60 m [Low] 12 m |
44.5 g | [AAA] 86 g [BD1500] 72 g |
3x AAA (included) BD 1500 Battery |
IPX8 | [High] 400 lm [Medium] 200 lm [Low] 6 lm |
[High] 2.5/4 hrs [Medium] 5/8 hrs [Low] 200/225 hrs AAA/BD 1500 Battery |
The Black Diamond story began with a backyard anvil and a hammer, way back in 1957. The hammer in question was wielded by famous US climber Yvon Chouinard – the same man who would also go on to create outdoor brand Patagonia. Chouinard started hand-forging climbing hardware, selling steel pitons from the back of his car in the hallowed Yosemite Valley. Over the years, that fledgling business morphed into Black Diamond, with Chouinard eventually handing over the reins to an equally dedicated group of former employees.
Steeped in mountain heritage, the brand has continued to build on its legacy through innovative, user-driven design, built for demanding adventures on rock, ice and snow. Today, they make a lot more than merely hardware. Which means that Black Diamond isn’t just for climbers, mountaineers and skiers – their duffel bags, headlamps, lanterns and gloves are all much-loved by hikers, backpackers, campers and global travellers alike.
When it comes to sustainability, the brand also strives to stay true to Chouinard’s original ‘clean climbing’ ethos. As a brand, Black Diamond supports environmental not-for-profits, whilst making concerted efforts to use renewable energy and recycle as much waste as possible. But above all, they believe in sustainability through longevity, which means making kit that will stand the toughest test of all: time.
-Nathan, Verified Buyer
