Gorilla Windstopper Balaclava - Men's
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You live for days full of endless face shots, but if experience has taught you anything, it's that you're way more comfortable when the snow's not clinging to your beard and running down your neck. That's why Outdoor Research created the Men's Gorilla Balaclava.
Built to protect you from the best conditions, this balaclava features a 3-layer Gore WindStopper construction which effectively stops wind and resists soaking snow. A soft polyester backer wicks away moisture and provides a layer of warmth for those bitter days. A convertible design allows you to remove the nose and mesh breathing port for protection tailored to your needs.
Details
- A balaclava built to defend you from harsh weather
- Gore WindStopper construction blocks wind and resists snow
- Polyester backer wicks moisture
- Removable mesh breathing port for tailored protection
- Flat-Seam construction sits comfortably against skin
- Item #ODR1002
- Material
- [face] GORE WindStopper 3-Layer (94% nylon, 6% spandex), [backer] polyester
- Style
- balaclava
- Claimed Weight
- 3oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
4.5 based on 26 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 5, 2024
Solid in tough winds
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- large
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 190
Though I do find the mouthpiece a bit annoying - it constantly gets into my mouth while breathing - I find this to be a necessary piece of gear for any high altitude winter fun. I got to try this out on an attempt of mount lady washington, next to longs peak. My buddy who relies on his shell jacket hood, was certainly jealous of my gorilla 'clava. I look forward to many great days with this awesome piece of gear. As always, I'm very satisfied with what I get from outdoor research.
December 4, 2023
Essential item for high wind low temperature
Used it yesterday at 17K ft in Iztaccihuatl, México and it was fabulous...if you are still considering other options this is your sign to invest in a great product
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
January 2, 2023
Ok at first, but Velcro is a bad idea
I bought his for cold, high elevation adventures. It worked well when everything was fastened down, but try to pull off the mouth and nose cover with gloves on,,,and the Velcro sticks to everything. Try to put it back on, can't find which pixe to re-attach it, and now I have gaps. If you don't in-attach when you're on the lift or in warmer temp, the thing gets very wet from condensation, so why bother. Because the Velcro sticks to everything, I lost the mouth cover. OR, who usually take care of you, said nope, you can't get a replacement. You have to re-buy the whole thing. Fool me once... I now own a Mouthhole and a North45. Both are excellent, breathable, no hassle. OR should've gone magnetic maybe?
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
June 23, 2021
Gorilla balackava
I have used this product in the Arctic for /- 15yrs.... I just hate losing the nose covering.. on #3 (fullset) now! I have tried others but this is by far the best when paired with a good touque (winter hat) and or hood! I Highly recommend this as I spend hours outside in below -40 weather and need to have good peripheral vision!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 5, 2021
yes
Item , que traz conforto , durante o seu uso, durante todo o tempo. mesmo com o uso de óculos. fenomenal peça.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 15, 2021
True. Cold. Gear.
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- L
- Height:
- 6' 3"
- Weight:
- 200
I went skiing yesterday at Devil's Head in Wisconsin. For those who are unaware, the standing temp at first chair was -12°F not including wind chill, and it never broke above zero all day. Shoulders up on me was a hat, goggles, and this balaclava. Once I got the whole kit fit right (lengthy setup time is perhaps the only negative I can think of), I skied the whole day in balmy, breeze-free bliss, especially above the shoulders. The only discomfort I had is mildly achy thighs today (it was my first day out this season, don't judge). If you're skeptical, take careful measurements, order the proper size, and see for yourself.
January 15, 2021
Fantastic
Adaptable, keeps the elements out, want to get another one.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
December 21, 2020
Survival Gear
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- L
- Height:
- 5' 9"
- Weight:
- 190
This balaclava is a great piece of survival gear. In Northern Minnesota where it can get very cold, I can downhill ski for hours in sub-zero temperatures wearing this balaclava. I also snowmobile in remote areas in extremely cold weather and use it to protect my neck and chin from frostbite during hostile conditions. While snowmobiling I don't use the piece that covers your nose and mouth because I'm wearing a helmet, but I bring it along just in case I get stranded in the wilderness. It easy to lose this piece, however.
April 6, 2020
This is it!
Forget all the other face masks! Order it as big as you dare! I wore this at -25 F with just a sticking cap on and a hood while recovery a broke down Snowmobile. This is a great product!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 5, 2019
Very warm Balaclava, but still fogs goggles.....
very warm, but have yet to find a balaclava that doesn't fog up goggles when working.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
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