Streamlight 14307 Sidewinder Stalk 76-Lumens Tactical Helmet Light with Flexible Stalk Includes Arc Rail Mount in Retail Box, Coyote

This light is very good. I had bought a less expensive head light and it did not work the way I wanted it. In order to change lights you had to cycle by pushing the same button. This light has a wheel that allows you to select and stay on that light type. If I have any gripe its that the red light could be stronger but typically the red light is meant to be dark part of that is so it doesn't affect your eye's night vision. The IR and regular lights are bright and it has multiple ways to mount. I have it mounted to my helmet and it works great

These are very nice little lights. It’s made to be mounted onto a tactical helmet or molle webbing. It’s for close up administrative purposes, not illumination at a distance. It has white light, red/blue/green light, and IR. All three light choices can also be set to a strobe function. Each light setting has 3 levels of intensity. The gooseneck is perfect. Highly recommended.

I have been running this light on my helmet for the past year and it has held up really well. The IR on it works better than I thought when purchasing. I have also used this light on my hats while camping with my family. The battery life gets roughly 30 hrs of use. The light is surprisingly strong for the size of this thing. The light throw is effective up to 15-20 feet and the IR is roughly the same. It is a nice light in a small form factor and has many use cases. This is an essential to anyone's kit.

The light itself is great. The ARC rail adapters however sucks. It's loose and slides arround when you bump it. Ironically it might be better in that regard if I didn't have a genuine OPS Core. The cheap airsoft copies tend to have tighter ARC rails That barely fit the arc attachments.

The Streamlight 14307 Sidewinder is an outstanding tactical helmet light that excels in versatility and functionality. With a robust output of 76 lumens, this compact light is perfect for a variety of applications, including tactical operations, outdoor adventures, and emergency situations. One of its standout features is the flexible stalk, allowing for precise aiming and adjustment of the light’s angle. This flexibility ensures you can direct the beam exactly where it’s needed, enhancing visibility in low-light conditions. Notably, this helmet light supports dual battery compatibility, which provides users with flexibility in choosing between AA and CR123A batteries. This feature ensures that you can easily find replacement batteries while maintaining consistent performance during extended use. Another key highlight is the built-in IR (infrared) admin light feature, which is essential for maintaining low-light visibility without giving away your position. This capability is invaluable for tactical operators and anyone needing discreet illumination. Also has a IFF backup feature. The durable construction is designed to withstand the demands of tactical use, and its water-resistant design ensures reliability in various weather conditions. The lightweight design enhances comfort, making it ideal for long-duration wear on helmets. Installation is straightforward, with multiple mounting options available to fit different helmet types securely. Once attached, it stays firmly in place, ensuring that it remains ready for action when you need it.

I’ve used a bunch of similar products since the early 2000s (from Princeton Tech, Surefire, and others) but none have the feature set that this Streamlight packs. The flex arm is perfectly tensioned and allows full 90 degree bends, while the LEDs have extensive adjustment from dim to plenty bright, so both quite-usable white umbrella lighting or barely-visible red (or blue or green) map reading light is possible using the same product. Plus, there’s an infrared light and beacon, which eliminates the need for separate devices on one’s helmet. The IR setting on the twist dial has a raised hump to distinguish it from other modes, and the IR beacon is simple to actuate but includes a manual safety to prevent inadvertent activation. I decided to go with the velcro mounting solution, though I considered using the ARC rail and MOLLE connection method. I couldn’t find any faults with any of the methods. The ability to use either AA or CR123A batteries without any tools or adapters is just icing on the cake. This is the best-designed multi-use military / LE utility light and strobe that I’ve worked with. I bought two.

It's great in a zero light environment. But it's not bright enough in medium to low light environments. The IR IFF beacon works great. The IR illuminator is about the same brightness as on the PVS-14. The switch is very intuitive. The flexible boom on the light is a game changer. It allows you to keep your light signature localized while performing tasks. I really like the high, medium, low option. I don't think that the blue light option is bright enough to follow a blood trail though.

Very happy with this light and its multiple functions. Looks cool, which is half the fight but actually works great. It’s a little pricey, but good gear ain’t cheap and cheap gear ain’t good. Marine approved.