SmartWool Merino NTS Midweight 250 Balaclava Black

2025-06-01T20:00:00

Tried a few different setups, since moving to a snowboard helmet with no liner. And this is is the way! Warm enough, great fit, can manage sweat/snow, and doesn't look crazy. If you're wearing a mountaineering style snow helmet, this is the bit of kit that rounds out the functionality.

Chris

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2025-03-14T20:00:00

Great to keep your head protected!

Kate

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2025-03-07T19:00:00

Great product!

Katelyn

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2025-02-28T19:00:00

For use at football game.

Kathleen

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2025-02-06T19:00:00

This thermal merino balaclava is great! I wear it under a helmet, so I needed something thin, but warm. The wool is stretchy and comfortable, and best of all, it keeps me warm during my hour+ hang gliding flights where it can get quite cold!

Mie

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2025-02-01T19:00:00

Very warm and breathable. Good for skiing because it fits easily under a helmet. High quality all around.

Matthew

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2025-01-31T19:00:00

I use on 20 degree or lower runs! Awesome! I stick another hat (running ball cap) at times.

Leah

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2025-01-19T19:00:00

It is perfect product for skiing

Veyis

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2024-12-29T19:00:00

Seems Lightweight and warm fits decent.

Craig

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2024-12-26T19:00:00

Fits great!

Ken

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2024-12-25T19:00:00

Used for hunting in GA, great hood but a touch small for my xl head.

Justin

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2024-10-07T20:00:00

Warm and cool! I look so dope in my camo smartwool mask! I walk blocks and yards with ease and warmth. I have a huge head and this thing fits me and my small headed girlfriend alike

phillip

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2024-04-13T20:00:00

I honestly love these. Can't get enough of them. My skin doesn't do well with synthetic materials especially around my face. Thanks SMARTWOOL.

kenneth

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2024-04-05T09:32:19

Warm, light weight, comfortable fit even after machine washing, dries quickly, nice construction, functional as a neck gaiter also. I'm a contented customer and ongoing "hot head." A recommended purchase.

GREG F.

2024-02-28T19:00:00

Love this! I returned a different Smartwool balaclava because it wouldn't stay up on my nose. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Smartwool was kind enough to give me a credit for the other balaclava so this was no more out of pocket money. Very happy with this product and their customer service.

Hailey

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2024-02-20T19:00:00

warm under my helmet

Anna

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2024-02-11T19:00:00

I use this item at work. It is a perfect combination of lightweight and warmth.

Eugene

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2024-02-10T19:00:00

Awesome. Just the right fit and weight material. Super comfortable.

David

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2024-01-18T19:00:00

I work the Northern Border and stay warm with my Smartwool gear.

Daniel

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2024-01-07T19:00:00

I use this under a snowmobile helmet, and it is great because it is far more form fitting than others I've tried (which bunch up and/or slide down over my eyes).

Kelly

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2024-01-06T19:00:00

Bought this as a gift for my son. He is stoked on it. Wore it hunting this winter

Eric

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2023-12-15T19:00:00

Great item. Valuable to me. very. Not too heavy or bulky. Helps moisture management during exertion. I hate cold from drying sweat, wind or cold; this item really solves cold. When really cold, I wear under a hat . useful when windy or if you are camping out; covers head and neck.When cycling, critical item for wearing under my too-breezy helmet. Small. easily folded into a pocket. Easily laundered. I hang mine to dry. dries fast too. Keeps carotid arteries covered (those two on your throat) You can also wear glasses, as garment does not interfere. Glad to see lighter color. Black color harsh against face. Covers cold sores on lip too. Keeps solar radiation off face. Only con is this item really makes short, female hair look weird or flat. But, who really cares? A warm head and neck to me more important than cosmetics.

naomi

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2023-12-11T19:00:00

I bought this to replace a Nike balaclava. There's not enough space to say how much I enjoy this over the Nike balaclava, but his balaclava fits a lot better.

Michael

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2023-11-06T19:00:00

The "THERMAL MERINO BALACLAVA", works great for cold weather and winter bike riding along with the "ACTIVE FLEECE WIND HEADBAND", and...THERMAL MERINO REVERSIBLE CUFFED BEANIE" or "Creek Run Beanie" .I use all three when riding, and when it gets really cold and windy I put the "Seirus NeoFleece Combo Scarf" on too :-) That usually happens when the wind is over 12-15 mph and chill temp is around zero (with the temp/wind taken into account). I ride 10 miles almost daily in the winter so I've had lots of practice finding what works..Yes..I have studded snow tires on my bike. I also have on clear safety glasses or my "POC" ski goggles for the wind cold/wind too. It's almost always windy in the winter when I ride in Northern Idaho :-)

Charles

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2023-09-25T20:00:00

I cannot ski or walk the dog without this under my helmet or hat because I live at 10,000 ft. It's the most perfect product smartwool ever mad and thrilled it came in baby blue this year!

Denise

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2023-04-17T20:00:00

I use this on colder days and fits fine but very annoying having to adjust every time due to the bottom mouth portion being slack and not secure. Big nuisance

Surin

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2023-03-26T08:57:58

great price, nice product and service

GUANGTAO L.

2023-03-25T20:00:00

Great balaclava for cold ski days. Just wish the face hole didn't stretch out so quickly. It was perfect when I first put it on, but after one use the hole was stretched out and less form-fitting.

Louis

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2023-02-16T19:00:00

Nice and lightweight. My 12 years old son can carry it in his jacket pocket without the bulk like other brands. He also slept in it during a 25 degrees scout camping trip. It kept him warm and comfy at night.

Isabel

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2023-02-03T19:00:00

Perfect for under my open-face snowmobile helmet. Soft and comfortable to wear, great coverage on the face.

Katie

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