Here is the current list of flashlights and headlamps that I am recommending.  Changes will be made to the list as necessary.

Petzl E+Lite Headlamp (best lightweight)
Petzl Tikka 2 Plus headlamp (the new best all around)
Petzl Tactikka Plus headlamp (former best all around)
Petzl Duo LED 14 headlamp (best helmet mounted)
Petzl DuoBelt LED 14 headlamp (best extreme cold weather helmet mounted) 
Princeton Tec Impact II (best regular battery, inexpensive handheld) 
Surefire 6P with P61 Ultra High Output Lamp (best tactical/duty)
Surefire 9P with P91 Ultra High Output Lamp (best high intensity tactical/duty)
Surefire U2 Ultra (best variable intensity tactical)
Surefire Titan (best mini)
Surefire G2X Pro is the best multipurpose flashlight I own
Streamlight Stylus LED penlight (best penlight, 27P flightsuit sleeve pocket light)
Petzl Tikka XP2 headlamp (latest and greatest on the Tikka line)

Thanks. 

Wade Nelson
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