Immerse yourself in the captivating world of night running, where trails are illuminated by a mysterious aura and each step unveils a new discovery. In this guide you'll find all the information you need to choose the right headlamp to light up your night-time adventures. We've brought together expert advice to help you get the right combination of power, durability, and comfort, to push your limits on the darkest of trails.

To optimize battery life, Moonlight headlamps offer 4 brightness levels ranging from 5% to 100% lumens, allowing you to adjust the light to your needs. You can have complete confidence during all your races, knowing that your headlamp's battery will not be an issue.

1. To ensure a convenient setup, place your headlamp battery in your running vest and use the included 1-metre extension cable. This is great for two reasons, firstly it keeps the battery warmer meaning it lasts longer, and secondly it’s less weight on the head. After many hours of running, the comfort of carrying weight on your back instead of on your head is a big relief for the neck and shoulder muscles.

2. Dress warmer than usual, as the nights can be cooler, especially having the neck, head and hands protected even if it’s not very cold, over a long distance you’ll save considerable energy. And remember to take an extra jacket! Choose trail running shoes with solid soles and good grip to improve stability and avoid the risk of slipping, especially at night when sometimes we can’t see the surface beneath our feet.

3. Take safety precautions. Carry a fully charged headlamp and consider having an extra battery. Wear reflective clothing and accessories. Carry a GPS or smartphone with a tracking app.

4. Plan your nutrition wisely to optimize performance and comfort during your night run. Take solid food and plenty of water to stay hydrated. When it’s cold, we might be less thirsty, but it is important to keep drinking as usual to avoid dehydration when the sun comes up. Try out different snacks during training to find what suits you best.

5. Adjust the brightness of your head torch to suit your preferences, the weather conditions, and the terrain. For example, during a 10-hour night race like the UTMB, I use the Bright As Day 800 set at 25% for the most part of the night, changing to 50% of lumens (200 and 400 lumens) when necessary on downhills or technical terrain, without any battery change.