HEADLAMP • TEST PUBLISHED BY IRUNFAR BLACK DIAMOND

Sprinter 500

Ultra and night running (roads and trails) • Prix indicatif : $100

TESTÉ

THE SOURCE'S VERDICT

iRunFar review

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BLACK DIAMOND Sprinter 500 — Photo: iRunFar — photo published with the source article

PUBLISHED FIGURES & MANUFACTURER DATA

Key facts

Run-time test (method declared by the tester): after fully charging two lights (original Sprinter and Sprinter 500), they were left…

Flux (medium mode)250 lumens

Rechargeable battery run-time (medium)7 h

Rechargeable battery run-time (max)3.5 h

Run-time (test after years of use, …up to 6 h (usable lighting)

Front-section weight1.1 oz (30 g)

Credited protocol iRunFar • 14 October 2026 • Run-time test (method declared by the tester): after fully charging two lights (original Sprinter and Sprinter 500), they were left…

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Strengths noted

Very stable and lightweight fit: no bounce, low bulk, and the tester didn’t feel the need for the top strap.
Very bright, with an advertised beam of 500 lumens, and an integrated rear light that’s useful for safety on early-morning road runs.
Flexible hybrid system (rechargeable battery included or AAA batteries) and a three-level charge indicator.
Run-time maintained over a “multiple-years” period according to her straightforward test (lamps left at max with the battery indicator).

Limitations noted

The tester prefers to use the full light level and “rarely” uses the dimmer settings despite PowerTap.
Battery life is shorter in the configuration with AAA batteries (compared with the rechargeable setup).
Run-time test “not controlled in a lab”, so the reliability of the reported exact measurements is limited.

Best for? Runners looking for a versatile, comfortable, bright headlamp for early-morning outings on roads (with rear visibility) and for longer adventures with a rechargeable battery or AAA batteries.

7RUN'S SUMMARY OF THE PUBLISHED TEST

Key takeaways

The tester describes the Sprinter 500 as a very comfortable headlamp to wear while running, with secure stability and a lightweight fit that “disappears” on the head. She particularly appreciates the beam power (up to 500 lumens) and the presence of an integrated rear light for road outings. Based on her tracking and run-time test, the lamp maintains solid performance after several years of use, while remaining simple and robust for everyday wear.

7RUN did not carry out this test. This summary rephrases iRunFar's results and the specifications published by the manufacturer. See the source for the full protocol and the tester's context.

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