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Silva launches the Free 900: A featherlight headlamp designed for runners

Lightweight and fit for high speeds. Swedish outdoor brand Silva expands the Free series with its most runner-friendly addition yet.

Having the right light can make a world of difference during a run no matter if it’s a morning trail or a late-night sprint. Silva’s new Free 900 headlamp delivers a combination of true 900 lumen brightness and lightweight comfort so runners can keep their focus on the path ahead.

The latest headlamp in Silva’s modular Free series has been designed with runners in mind: featuring a new headband which is slim, and easily adjustable, as well as an integrated textile cord connection that reduces weight on the head. With most of the

rear cable resting in a backpack or running vest, you get a featherlight feel of just 70 g on your head, resulting in powerful performance that doesn’t compromise movement.

Available in two models that vary in battery size – the Free 900 XXS with a flat battery (191g incl. battery) and the Free 900 S (244g incl. battery) – the headlamp’s battery packs are designed to be tucked into a pocket or running vest, ensuring optimal weight distribution and comfort for longer runs.

Above: Free 900 S (R) and Free 900 XXS (L)

Both versions feature Silva’s Intelligent Light technology, combining a long-reach spotlight with a wide floodlight for improved vision and balance. The lamp unit is equipped with Air Flow innovation for optimal cooling through speed wind and

convection. With a water-resistant design that meets IPX5 standards, the Free 900 is ready for unpredictable weather during a run in a city or on the trail. Plus, Silva’s

modular system makes it easy to mix and match lamp heads, batteries, headbands, and accessories.

Neil Yoxall, Outdoor Enthusiast, Experienced Hiker, and UK & Ireland Sales Manager at Silva, says: “The Free 900 is an absolute game-changer for runners, providing the brightness needed for complex trails whilst feeling almost weightless.

With easy changing accessories within the rest of the Free series, the 900 is designed to let runners focus on their performance during all sessions, without having to think about the fit of their kit.”

Key features:


  • 900 lumen light output

  • Ultra-lightweight: 95g excl. battery (191g incl. XXS flat battery/244g incl. S battery)

  • Slim, minimalist headband with integrated textile cord for comfort

  • Battery: 11.1 Wh (XXS) or 24.1 Wh (S)

  • 3 brightness levels: Max: 900 lm, Med: 400 lm, Min: 80 lm

  • Silva Intelligent Light – spotlight + floodlight beam combination

  • Air Flow technology – optimised cooling for longer performance

  • Water resistant to IPX5 – reliable in rain and snow

  • Battery indication and reserve mode

  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery

  • Modular technology – interchangeable lampheads, headbands, and batteries The Free 900 XXS is priced at £115, and the Free 900 S at £140.

For more information about Silva and its range of performance headlamps, please visit silvasweden.uk.

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