There are many reasons why someone loves running at night. I am sure competing with the trees for oxygen and breathing CO2 put out by them isn’t one of them. Whatever the reason, you gotta do it safely—and not blindly. Enters BioLite Dash 450 USB-C Running Headlamp. It is the gadget you need for running when the light is out. This is no ordinary head-worn flashlight; it is purpose-built for runners of the dark.
Designed with runners in mind, the Dash 450 solves a crucial problem: headlamps that bounce, slip, or try to choke you mid-stride. Traditional models often end up around your neck, like an unhelpful glow necklace. BioLite’s award-winning 3D SlimFit Construction integrates the electronics into the band itself, creating a single, bounce-free unit that feels weightless.
At just 10 mm thick, it’s so comfortable you might forget you’re wearing it—until you realize you can actually see where you’re going. The Dash 450 further rocks gloves-friendly buttons and offers easy angling on the fly.
And seeing is believing. The Dash 450 offers a powerful 450-lumen beam with improved optics, sending a concentrated glow up to 90 meters (295 feet) ahead. Translation: you’ll spot obstacles before they send you flying. It also features multiple modes, including white spot, white flood, and even a red rear strobe—so cars, cyclists, and overly curious deer can see you coming from all angles. And don’t need to worry about the weather either because this little guy is IPX4-rated “storm safe”.
With a 60-hour battery life on low and USB-C recharging, the Dash 450 keeps you running long after the sun clocks out. It’s available now in Ocean Teal, Midnight Grey, and Ember Fade for US$59.95. So go ahead—run the night. Just try not to startle any unsuspecting wildlife.
Images: Biolite.
