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Outdoor Research Option Balaclava

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Item No. 10018044

The Option Balaclava by Outdoor Research. This versatile alpine balaclava is stretchable enough to wear as a neck gaiter or a hat when conditions permit. The smooth, stretchy polypropylene fabric offers light insulation and excellent moisture management.

DECENT FEATURES of the Outdoor Research Option Balaclava

Breathable
Wicking
Flat-Seam Construction

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Weight: 1.8 oz / 51 g
63% nylon, 23% polyester, 14% spandex
Thermodynamic Fabric

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"Lightweight And Warm: Just Right" 02/01/13

I have no hair on my head and wear a beanie but when running or just being outdoors for a long time, it's simply not enough. There's a ton of balaclava options out there but a lot are overly complicated or sort of bulky.This thing was perfect. It is very thin and lightweight (so it won't take up much room in your pack), but durable enough to protect you from the elements. The synthetics are far superior to any cotton or fleece as far as size & weight vs wind-resistance and warmth.Plus you look awesome wearing a balaclava.

by Charles from Atlanta, GA

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"Awesome light weight fask mask." 12/29/12

Great OR product super nice piece. It fits well under a helmet and packs down very small. Love the Madness.....Yetimonk

by William from Bend, OR

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"Great fit!" 02/03/12

This is a great lightweight balaclava that is in my pack regardless of the conditions. It is very lightweight, very comfortable, and provides a good combination of warmth and wicking. I wear it under a beanie, cap, or visor depending on the conditions and it's thin enough that I do not need to adjust cap sizes or anything like that. Personally I wish the face opening was about a centimeter larger in diameters, for me it is a little tight to have under chin so I typically wear it over mouth, under nose. I would like to think I have an average size head and a medium fits great.

by Christopher

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"Loved it!" 11/28/11

Present for my other son and he loved it, too!

by Elaine

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"My son loved this!" 11/28/11

Present for my son and he loved it.

by Elaine

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"Perfect for a lightweight balaclava!" 04/02/08

This balaclava is lightweight, comfortable, and just the ticket for added warmth while hiking or use it to give your sleeping bag a few extra degrees on a cold night.

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"Not as tasty as baklava but keeps your head warmer." 02/15/08

Really thin material, but keeps your head warm. Not at all uncomfortable to wear.

by JAMES from QUINCY :

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"save Your Beauty." 07/30/07

Have't use it yet, but would like to keep my self and head warm.

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"ever wanted to like like a ninja?" 06/29/07

this guys are so clutch. you can look like a ninja, keep warm, use it just as a neck gaiter if you need, or you can pull it up and cover your whole face if its super windy and cold. solid item to have along with you on any northern expedition.

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"love it" 05/11/06

will be helpful when i summit cotopaxi!

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