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Outdoor Research Baffin Balaclava

Snow Sports > Masks & BalaclavasRated: 4 by 5 reviews.

SummitHut.com

This paneled balaclava has a Velcro front closure that makes it easy to put on and take off in constantly changing conditions. The paneled front fits close to your face, while a mesh breathing port allows unrestricted airflow. The Gore WINDSTOPPER® fleece body is windproof and vapor permeable for high performance in severe weather.

Features:

  • Gore WINDSTOPPER® fleece
  • Lycra trim
  • Mesh breathing port
  • Velcro closure
  • Weight: 3 oz (size L)
  • Wrap around design

Altrec

This warm balaclava has a front closure that makes it quick to put on in constantly changing conditions. The fleece body is windproof and vapor permeable for performance in severe weather. A mesh breathing port allows unrestricted airflow.

Features:

  • Elastane trim
  • Flat-seam construction
  • Hook/loop front closure
  • Mesh breathing port
  • WindStopper Technical Fleece
  • Wrap-around design

Moosejaw (Fall 2009)

No description provided.

Features:

  • Elastane trim
  • Flat-seam construction
  • Hook/loop front closure
  • Mesh breathing port
  • WindStopper Technical Fleece
  • Wrap-around design
Avg. Weight:2.7 oz. / 75 g
Dimensions:S - 21 5/8 in./55 cm; M - 22 1/2 in./57 cm; L - 23 1/4 in./59 cm
US:S - 6 7/8; M - 7 1/8; L - 7 3/8
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Option Availability:

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SizeColor
Black
Black
Small40.0044.9545.00
Medium40.0044.9545.00
Large40.0044.9545.00

Legend

  •     - Moosejaw (Fall 2009)
  •     - Altrec
  •     - SummitHut.com

Outdoor Research Baffin Balaclava Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

A great Balaclava, but watch sizing & mouth

Rating:****
The previous reviewer Dave was right on the money about sizing. Based on Altrec's sizing chart, I should wear a large. But I trusted Dave's review and ordered a medium, which ended up fitting me perfectly. Some words of advice: 1) I am not sure what "Hook/loop front closure" is supposed to mean, but I assumed it meant the nose and mouth piece secured with loops and hooks (like a button). It doesn't. It uses velcro. 2) The mesh breathing material around the mouth makes it VERY easy to breathe, but there is a trade off. If it is very cold outside, your lips and the immediate area surrounding your lips - especially the area between your mouth and nose - are going to get VERY cold. If you need a balaclava for VERY cold conditions, you may be better off selecting one with fabric covering the mouth area. 3) Finally, as mentioned, watch the sizing. If you use Altrec's sizing chart, order one size smaller.
Winter Runner at Altrec on 12/16/2009

The baflin mask is an engineering marvel - wow!

Rating:*****
I have never posted an on-line comment to any product but I feel compeled to do so here. This mask is incredible! When you get the CORRECT SIZE, it fits snuggly but not tight, and keeps your entire face and neck very warm and completely dry. There are two exhaust areas. One under the nose, and one over the mouth. These allow breathing through the nose or mouth. All of the moist air goes through these breathing areas which keeps the mask warm and DRY! Also, My glasses do NOT GET FOGGY when wearing the baffin. A word of CAUTION: the sizing chart for this mask is off. I ordered one according to the chart and it arrived one size too big. You must get the right size or the mask will not perform correctly. Great job designing this ski mask!!!!
Dave at Altrec on 02/22/2009

Good product that I would tell my friends about

Rating:*****
I have owned 2 baffin belaclavas in the past years.It is by far the best face mask I have ever bought. They run a little large and I'm going to get my next one, one size smaller
David P at Altrec on 01/26/2010

Good deal!

Rating:****
Stylish, warm and easy to put on and off. Gives good protection from wind chill. The space for nasal passages is quite comfy, gets rid of the stuffy and suffocating feeling with traditional balaclavas.
Zahid at Moosejaw (Fall 2009) on 05/04/2008

Negative Reviews:

Not pleased

Rating:**
Poor fit, difficult to close securely around neck.
Glenn Kramer at Altrec on 12/19/2007