Brand: UltrAspire
Category: Running Headlamps
Recommended by Kelly Mulvany, Endurance Sports Coach and Athlete! — Arizona, USA
Highlights: lightweight, durable
The Lumen 800 Solstice is a high-performance, lightweight lighting solution designed for nighttime adventures and races. With its advanced 3D lighting technology and long-lasting battery life, it ensures optimal visibility and safety in challenging terrains. 1. UltrAspire 3D Lighting technology provides enhanced visibility by casting shadows across uneven surfaces, allowing for better terrain awareness. 2. Multiple lighting modes include high (8 hours), medium (16 hours), and low (24 hours) settings, along with blinking and solid red light options for versatility. 3. Equipped with a rechargeable 21700 battery, ensuring extended use without frequent recharging interruptions. 4. Intuitive large power button and battery indicator light display battery levels in green, gold, or red for easy monitoring. 5. Adjustable bracket allows users to customize the lighting angle for optimal illumination based on their activity. 6. Ergonomically designed ErgoFit Waist belt ensures a comfortable fit during extended wear, minimizing movement distractions. 7. Comes with an EVA Foam molded carrying case and USB Type-C charging port for convenient on-the-go charging. The Lumen 800 Solstice is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts engaging in nighttime activities such as trail running, hiking, or cycling. It excels in rugged environments where visibility is crucial, making it perfect for both casual users and serious athletes. This product is particularly beneficial during late-night events or in low-light conditions, ensuring safety and performance throughout the night.
Price: $198.95
- Who it's for
- Ultrarunners and multi-day/overnight racers who need reliable, long-lasting illumination without battery anxiety. Runners who struggle with depth perception or vertigo from headlamps alone will find the lower light angle particularly useful.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the battery life as a standout feature, with one confirming it lasted nearly 12 hours straight. Brightness and ease of use are also frequently mentioned; no criticism appears in the notes.
- Worth noting
- The option to carry spare batteries is called out as a practical advantage for extended events. Notes are one-sided positive with no fit, sizing, or durability flags raised.
Kelly Mulvany's review
For night runs, I prefer to have a waist light because I find I lose my depth perception with a headlamp alone and can experience vertigo. By bringing the light source down lower, shadows are formed and I am far more confident running at night.
Recommended by Kelly Mulvany, Endurance Sports Coach and Athlete!
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Lumen 800 Solstice for?
Ultrarunners and multi-day/overnight racers who need reliable, long-lasting illumination without battery anxiety. Runners who struggle with depth perception or vertigo from headlamps alone will find the lower light angle particularly useful.
What do experts say about the Lumen 800 Solstice?
Hosts consistently praise the battery life as a standout feature, with one confirming it lasted nearly 12 hours straight. Brightness and ease of use are also frequently mentioned; no criticism appears in the notes.
What should you know before buying the Lumen 800 Solstice?
The option to carry spare batteries is called out as a practical advantage for extended events. Notes are one-sided positive with no fit, sizing, or durability flags raised.
What does Kelly Mulvany say about the Lumen 800 Solstice?
For night runs, I prefer to have a waist light because I find I lose my depth perception with a headlamp alone and can experience vertigo. By bringing the light source down lower, shadows are formed and I am far more confident running at night.
Why does Kelly Mulvany recommend UltrAspire?
Kelly Mulvany recommends the UltrAspire Lumen 800 Solstice for running headlamps. For night runs, I prefer to have a waist light because I find I lose my depth perception with a headlamp alone and can experience vertigo. By bringing the light source down lower, shadows are formed and I am far more confident running at night.
Is the Lumen 800 Solstice a good running headlamp?
Yes — Kelly Mulvany recommends the Lumen 800 Solstice by UltrAspire as their running headlamps pick. For night runs, I prefer to have a waist light because I find I lose my depth perception with a headlamp alone and can experience vertigo. By bringing the light source down lower, shadows are formed and I am far more confident running at night.
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What other hosts are saying
6 experts recommend the UltrAspire Lumen 800 Solstice.
Kilian Korth, Professional Trail Runner
Long lasting battery life, super bright, and really easy to use.
Recommended in Cocodona 250 Kit + Fuel
Kelsey McGill, Running Coach (Trail, Ultra, Road)
Having a waist light is a game-changer during overnight events especially during multi-day events. You can really see the terrain intricacies much more clearly, and this waistlight has an incredibly battery life!
Recommended in Bigfoot 200
This is my go to light source for ultra racing.
Recommended in Hiking/Trail Running
Shelby Farrell, Athlete. Marketing Professional. Cat Mom.
What's great about this light is that you have the option to carry extra batteries, so you don't have to worry about running out of juice (or keeping it charged) in the middle of the night!
Recommended in Trail Essentials
Rachel Bambrick, Ultrarunning coach & community leader
Lasted all night through a LONG night (nearly 12 hours)! It was so nice to not stress about battery life overnight.
Recommended in IMTUF 100
