UKClimbing reviews the Gamma and Manta headtorch

By Jay Oram

The Gamma Manta headtorch offers reliable illumination, providing a powerful beam to light up your path, whether you’re hiking at night or setting up camp in the dark.

[The Manta] Overall this is an amazingly good value headtorch that provides a level of performance close to several more expensive rivals.|[The Gamma is a] great value offering from Alpkit which is a good option for runners and cyclists.

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Head Torches and Camping Lanterns
alpkit muon headtorch in outerspace blue Muon

Muon

450 lumen head torch with red LED light to preserve night vision
€24,99

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Viper

240 lumen head torch with a reactive lighting mode
€29,99

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Qark

580 lumen USB rechargeable head torch with adjustable beam width
€39,99 €49,99
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Manta

300 lumen rechargeable head torch with adjustable beam and rear safety light
€54,99
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Prism

400 lumen rechargeable waterproof head torch that's durable and easy to operate
€54,99

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Alpkit Blip red flashing safety lights in Tarmac grey LIAKBLIP alpkit nov 15 shoot- c0a2530 - action

Blip

Clip-on flashing red safety lights for improved visibility. Pack of 2
€7,99 €9,99

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Lampray

200 lumen rechargeable camping lantern with hanging clip and magnetic back
€49,99 €59,99

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Alpkit soundbite bluetooth speaker Alpkit soundbite bluetooth speaker

Soundbite

Rechargeable bluetooth speaker and camp light combo to gently kick back on multi-day adventures
€34,99 €44,99

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Alpkit Bob waterproof camping lantern LIAKBOB_bobfloat_1200

Bob

200 lumen waterproof camping lantern that floats
€19,99 €22,49

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Alpkit Trinity camping lantern and torch in Jaffa orange Alpkit Trinity camping lantern and torch in Cactus green

Trinity

190 lumen camping lantern that converts to a camping torch
€27,49
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AAA Duracell Procell Batteries

Box of 10 AAA batteries for your every need
€5,99
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AA Duracell Procell Batteries

A box of 10 single AA Batteries for your every need
€5,99

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