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Old 10-15-2009
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I'm looking to buy a balaclava, no not to look like a terrorist but because I forgot they existed and these cotton hoody's I have just don't cut it when it gets really windy outside. I don't know much about them or any good brands I was wondering if anyone knew a thing or two bout them? I found some at REI but I still don't know what I should look for, the type of material etc.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
What ever you decide on for a balaclava treat it as part of a laying system for the head. Example: Thin silk balaclava as layer one followed by a merino wool, poly two and finally your jacket hoodie for water protections, layer 3.
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