Essential for storm-riding

By GoodGuinness Ranked #296 - Hats November 12, 2011

I used to use the Buffs where you can rig the cloth tube to be a balaclava, but the issue with those is that they are really tight on the face. Also the Buffs are a lot thinner. My boyfriend had this balaclava and seemed to always be more at ease than me, while I would always fidgeting with the Buff during the lift ride. I finally tried his out and wow did it make a difference. I like how it isn't constricting, but still helps keep the cold and wind directly off your face. Fits well under a helmet. After numerous wears though without washing it does get stinky from all the moisture of your breath and runny noses. I'd like to try the wool version to see how it does with the stink factor.

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