Unisex Thermal Merino Balaclava
Double-layer 100% Merino over the head, neck and face — cut so it does not cost you peripheral vision.
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Cut for peripheral vision
Description
Face a cold and windy day head-on with our Thermal Merino Balaclava. This balaclava is made with 100% Merino wool to help keep your face warm, dry, and protected from the elements, without impacting your peripheral vision.
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Features
- 100% Merino wool. No blend — the whole balaclava is wool, which is why it keeps insulating once your breath has dampened the face panel.
- Double-layer construction. Two layers of Merino interlock over the head and neck, which is where the warmth comes from without the bulk of a heavy knit.
- Cut for peripheral vision. The face opening is shaped to protect the face without narrowing what you can see out of the corner of your eye — the usual complaint about a balaclava under goggles.
- Merino moisture management. Wool moves moisture as vapor, so the panel over your mouth and nose does not turn clammy on the skin track.
- Odor resistance. Merino resists odor build-up, which matters more on a layer worn over the mouth day after day than almost anywhere else.
Size & Fit
Materials
- 100% Merino wool.
- Care: Machine wash cold on gentle cycle with like colors; do not bleach; tumble dry low or lay flat to dry; do not iron; do not dry clean.
About the brand
Smartwool brings the magic of merino wool to life — keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable no matter the season. From performance socks to base layers, every piece is designed for adventure. At Mountain Sports, we love Smartwool because it proves comfort and sustainability can go hand in hand, from trail to town.
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Is this right for you?
Cold and windy resort days
One piece covering head, neck and face means no gap opening at the collar on the chairlift, which is what a beanie and gaiter combination does.
Not for: On a mild spring day it is far more coverage than you want. Try the Thermal Merino Reversible Neck Gaiter instead
Ski touring and winter alpine starts
Wool over the face keeps insulating once your breath has dampened it, which is the difference that matters on a pre-dawn skin track.
Not for: Not a substitute for goggles — the face opening leaves the eyes exposed. Add the Unisex Merino Gloves
Sub-freezing commutes
Pull it up over the nose into the wind, push it down around the neck once you are inside.
Not for: Full-face coverage is more than most people want for an ordinary cold day rather than a genuinely cold one. Try the Thermal Merino Reversible Neck Gaiter
Technical Specs
| Material | 100% Merino wool, exclusive of decoration |
|---|---|
| Construction | Double-layered interlock knit |
| Coverage | Head, neck and face |
| Fabric weight | 250 g/m² |
| Garment weight | 50 g (1.76 oz) |
| Sizing | One size |
| Fits head circumference | 21.5–23.5 in (55–60 cm) |
| Country of origin | Made in Vietnam |
| Style number | SW0SC967 |
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