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Not all balaclavas are the same…While they all typically perform the basic function of covering your head and neck, particularly while using an ever-more-popular topquilt, the question to really ask is: Will it keep you warm and comfortable?
When we designed the new Outdoor Vitals LoftTek™ Hybrid Balaclava, we wanted to fix or eliminate common questions and concerns with current puffy balaclavas. For starters, down wetting out & failing because the user was breathing into it all night was an issue. Cinch cord toggles digging into the back of your head was another! The problem was that without that back cinch cord, the balaclava wouldn't turn with your head and you'd end up in the claustrophobic situation of having your face in the back of your balaclava by the end of the night!
Those problems are completely solved with our new design! Rather than down insulation, we've used LoftTek™ Hybrid insulation that can get soaking wet and still not collapse or fail! You can have complete confidence of a warm balaclava all night, no matter what! Second, instead of a rear cinch cord, we've used a fitted elastic band to get a comfortable fit & ensure that as you turn your head, the balaclava moves with you. While laying on your back, you won't have to worry at all about uncomfortable cinch cord toggles digging into your head!
Make sure you stay warm and comfortable every time with this new LoftTek™ Hybrid Balaclava design! It's absolutely necessary while using a topquilt, and incredibly useful, warm, & comfortable even for cold camping in a traditional sleeping bag! Keep scrolling to learn more details.
3 oz (stuff sack included)
Features:
LoftTek™ Hybrid Insulation will keep you warm even if your balaclava gets soaking wet, either from condensation or other forms of moisture
DWR treated 10 Denier Ripstop Nylon keeps the balaclava ultralight, yet comfortable and durable
Fitted elastic band will give the balaclava the ability to move with your head instead of blocking vision or getting twisted while you sleep
No back adjustment toggle means that you'll stay comfortable without a piece of plastic digging into the back of your head while you lay down
Front cinch cord allows you to adjust and customize how much of your face you want to keep covered and warm
The full length of the balaclava gives your neck and shoulders coverage so you don't get any cold spots while using it with a topquilt
The curved shoulder contour beneath the balaclava helps eliminate uncomfortable bunching and any additional opportunities for cold spots
Baffled design keeps down distributed well without cold spots from sewing lines
Technology:
- Exterior Fabric: DWR treated 10D Ripstop Nylon
- Interior Fabric: DWR treated 10D Ripstop Nylon
- Insulation Type: Down/Synthetic Hybrid
- Fill: LoftTek™ Hybrid Insulation
- Fill Power: 650+
- Sizes: One Size Fits All
- Stuff Sack: 6.75 x 4.5 inches (uncompressed)
- Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Product Care
Your LoftTek Hybrid Balaclava is a high performance piece of gear. It needs some extra attention to keep it performing at the highest level.
Please read through the care instructions below to ensure that you care for it properly:
Before Washing
- Never wash your hybrid down product in a washing machine that has an agitator.
- If you cannot follow either of these prior instructions you should hand wash your sleeping bag using the detergent and drying process described below.
The Wash & Dry Process
- Use a mild detergent like Dreft (for babies) or Nikwax (for technical gear).
- Choose Low Spin or Delicate wash.
- Choose Cold Wash & Cold Rinse.
- Hang dry until the balaclava is completely dry.
- Then loft and redistribute your hybrid down insulation in the dryer by running it for 10 minutes on low or no heat with 3 dryer balls.
Long Term Storage
- Do not store hybrid down product compressed long term. Long term compression weakens the insulation's ability to loft and therefore insulate.
- We recommend hanging it in your closet or putting it in a pillow case for storage between uses.
For more information on caring for your gear please visit https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/care-guide-faq
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Ray Vance The Balaclava fits snuggly, but not claustrophobically, and it covers your neck way down, so no drafts can possibly get in. Very well designed in that regard. It's perfect for temp conditions in the 50s or below. Sometimes when temps are in the high 50s or higher, I wake up a bit sweaty and take it off. But when in doubt of the temps, I'd bring it, as it's light and small, and can easily turn a cold night into a comfortable night. I love my Balaclava, or as I like to call it, my Baclava.
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William Hicks This a must have for hammock sleepers. I tested it in 22 degree weather, and I was toasty warm all night. I switched to my tent the next night, and kept it on, recommended for both hammocks and tents. I also wore it as a hat the whole time I was out. Extremely versatile, and a huge value!
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Michael J Keretzman Very good quality and fast service. Thanks
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