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Flat-stitched seams help you avoid the ‘red lines’ on the face that are a feature of most riders in winter. The best motorcycle balaclavas should offer a comfortable and lightweight layer underneath your helmet to keep you warm in the colder months. Most riders should by now know the benefits of wearing base layers under their clothing, whatever time of year they are riding. Balaclavas come in different designs, patterns, and colors and serve different purposes. Waterproof balaclavas are one of these great innovations commonly used during the winter and rainy seasons of the year. Waterproof balaclavas are very useful for those engaged in winter sports where you can enjoy your heart’s content while staying warm and dry. Are Waterproof Balaclavas Worth Getting? The Under Armour ColdGear Infrared Tactical Hood is incredibly lightweight, making it much more comfortable than a traditional woolen balaclava. Despite its relative thinness, it also offers superior insulation, thanks to its innovative ColdGear Infrared fabric. This fabric uses a thermo-conductive inner coating to absorb and retain your body heat, while the close fit prevents drafts and protects your entire face—leaving only your eyes uncovered.

High-end balaclavas are separated from more budget offerings by insulation per millimetre, wind/water-resistant properties and comfort. We love Oxford’s ChillOut balaclava for its comfort, warmth and features. But even the cheapest option on our list will make a noticeable difference.

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While this works for the body, there is no reason it won’t work for the head too and that is why a balaclava can be a useful addition for many riders. There’s nothing that can stop a passionate biker from enjoying the thrill and pleasure of exploring the wilderness or hitting the highway with the wind in the face. If you’re one of those who ride a motorcycle in winter and inclement weather conditions, you need reliable riding gear to keep you warm and comfortable during your adventures. When riding in the cold, you may notice that a high amount of body heat is lost from your head. This is because your motorcycle helmet may not be enough to give your head maximum cold protection. To make your ride safer and more comfortable in harsh weather, consider getting yourself a balaclava. A thermal version will help keep the head warm in winter – essential particularly if, like me, you need vents open for airflow to keep you demisted. Similarly, a summer one will help with cooling on warmer rides with the same airflow helping dissipate the moisture and cool your head. Some riders will tell you that a decent balaclava will also help reduce wind noise by sealing up gaps and layering material over the ears. Premium balaclavas have highly breathable mesh panels around the scalp to keep you comfortable. Some will include these panels over the ears to avoid interfering with the sound from your speakers.

Many veterans will tell you, ‘ If your balaclava isn’t comfortable, try turning it inside out.” Fit Wearing another layer between your head and the inside of the helmet may affect the fit and/or the comfort levels, so we would advise trying before you buy if you can. My preference is for full-face balaclavas. They’re warmer, and keeping your nose covered and deflecting your breath down makes a huge difference to visor fogging in cold conditions. Because collected moisture is the bane of a functional balaclava, the best ones include a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating to help shed the moisture and prevent it from soaking into the fabric itself.

Another benefit is that if you have problems getting a helmet on over your ears – you wear earrings, for example – then a balaclava can help here by smoothing your head as it enters the helmet.