Will do - I pretty much have it narrowed down to buff and duckworth. Lot of other places are sneaky and sneak in some poly blends to their fabrics. Only downside is pilling/maybe tears over time, but that comes with merino. I’m also eyeing a blackstrap balaclava as it seems to be popular but unsure. I like my acrylic 3-hole, but the acrylic tends to droop when wet so you have to constantly adjust it.
Buff. Lightweight, breathable, keeps your face warm, doesn't retain a frickton of moisture.
Looking for wool first but considering a cotton/poly one too for the summer months.
I’m pretty sure the wool Buffs are longer than the synthetics. When I wear my wool buff like a balaclava it has enough length to cover my entire neck and be tucked into my shirt. The synthetic ones are noticeably shorter. Mine are pretty old and they might all be extra long now.
i have a merino one that I like, but it's not good for anything besides cold weather, and a proper balaclava is probably better for times that it's actually really cold. Not bad for sub-freezing and ~25F below that.
Have both types and in various materials. Polyesters like buff brand are fine, especially if you don't know how you're going to use it yet and for 3 season stuff it's a good balance of UPF and warmth. Merino is more comfortable for some people but it's also generally expensive and less durable. I like it when it's cold because natural fibers feel warmer than most synthetic
Going to try the merino and see how I like it. I have an acrylic balaclava, but have found myself constantly adjusting it when wet. If the merino works, I may spring for a poly/cotton one for summer months for neck cover. Last boat trip had lobster neck real bad.
Two (2) of my coworkers have the same American flag version of these headsocks for sawdust at the woodshop. Would look freaky showing up in a balaclava made me kek.
You taking orders? I do have access to one, but need to learn…
Buff brand is my default. They go on sale often. I have 3 now, 2 light weight ones for summer and one heavier one for winter. Honestly even the lightweight is good for cooler weather, easily keeps wind off the face and neck. Godsend while biking, and eternally in the pocket of my backpack.
Thanks, yeah looks like buff is the way to go on these. What got me searching was snow shoveling initially. When my acrylic 3-hole would start to get wet, it’d begin sagging at the brow and I’d keep having to adjust it. Also it’s shorter than what I’d like. Seems like a buff would allow you to tuck in under layers.
Me! It's a really easy project if you have an sewing machine. (You) >You taking orders?
Sure, but only if you're from Poland as well; I don't do international shipping. > I do have access to one, but need to learn…
It's really not that hard Anon, I'm sure you could figure it out in one evening.
Buff brand is my default. They go on sale often. I have 3 now, 2 light weight ones for summer and one heavier one for winter. Honestly even the lightweight is good for cooler weather, easily keeps wind off the face and neck. Godsend while biking, and eternally in the pocket of my backpack.
Yes, but it's well executed. No seam, soft, exactly the right amount of insulation for the intended purpose of covering your face during high intensity activity.
Look for merino wool ones at REI. If you want a cool balaclava/Black person thief hat, buy one made of wool. The acrylic will scratch up your face.
Will do - I pretty much have it narrowed down to buff and duckworth. Lot of other places are sneaky and sneak in some poly blends to their fabrics. Only downside is pilling/maybe tears over time, but that comes with merino. I’m also eyeing a blackstrap balaclava as it seems to be popular but unsure. I like my acrylic 3-hole, but the acrylic tends to droop when wet so you have to constantly adjust it.
Looking for wool first but considering a cotton/poly one too for the summer months.
I’m pretty sure the wool Buffs are longer than the synthetics. When I wear my wool buff like a balaclava it has enough length to cover my entire neck and be tucked into my shirt. The synthetic ones are noticeably shorter. Mine are pretty old and they might all be extra long now.
Good info to know - specifically looking for length so I can use it both as neckerchief, in conjunction with a hat, or as a balaclava.
Buff. Lightweight, breathable, keeps your face warm, doesn't retain a frickton of moisture.
Smartwool or HellyHansen
Will check into, thanks. Has smart wool held up for you? Mine unfortunately pilled and ripped.
My Smartwool hiking socks are super durable. Don't know about their other gear.
i have a merino one that I like, but it's not good for anything besides cold weather, and a proper balaclava is probably better for times that it's actually really cold. Not bad for sub-freezing and ~25F below that.
Have both types and in various materials. Polyesters like buff brand are fine, especially if you don't know how you're going to use it yet and for 3 season stuff it's a good balance of UPF and warmth. Merino is more comfortable for some people but it's also generally expensive and less durable. I like it when it's cold because natural fibers feel warmer than most synthetic
Going to try the merino and see how I like it. I have an acrylic balaclava, but have found myself constantly adjusting it when wet. If the merino works, I may spring for a poly/cotton one for summer months for neck cover. Last boat trip had lobster neck real bad.
Two (2) of my coworkers have the same American flag version of these headsocks for sawdust at the woodshop. Would look freaky showing up in a balaclava made me kek.
Merino wool.
>Who makes the best of these?
Me! It's a really easy project if you have an sewing machine.
You taking orders? I do have access to one, but need to learn…
Thanks, yeah looks like buff is the way to go on these. What got me searching was snow shoveling initially. When my acrylic 3-hole would start to get wet, it’d begin sagging at the brow and I’d keep having to adjust it. Also it’s shorter than what I’d like. Seems like a buff would allow you to tuck in under layers.
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Me! It's a really easy project if you have an sewing machine. (You)
>You taking orders?
Sure, but only if you're from Poland as well; I don't do international shipping.
> I do have access to one, but need to learn…
It's really not that hard Anon, I'm sure you could figure it out in one evening.
any pictures?
also what's the price
Buff brand is my default. They go on sale often. I have 3 now, 2 light weight ones for summer and one heavier one for winter. Honestly even the lightweight is good for cooler weather, easily keeps wind off the face and neck. Godsend while biking, and eternally in the pocket of my backpack.
Varusteleka
Do neck gaiters have any advantages over a regular scarf?
>buff
>$15 for a small tubular section of fabric
Yes, but it's well executed. No seam, soft, exactly the right amount of insulation for the intended purpose of covering your face during high intensity activity.