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Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava

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Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava

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Item # 712527

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Great for alpine climbing but also superb for skiing and snowboarding, this Power Stretch® balaclava provides excellent face and neck coverage.

Features four-way stretch Polartec® fleece with a brushed, bi-component construction that serves as insulation and a moisture-transfer base layer
The construction is intentionally snug to fit comfortably beneath most helmets and hoods

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Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava Customer Reviews

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Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava

4.4

(based on 7 reviews)

71%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Breathable (6)
Good size/fit (6)
Warm (6)
Adjustable (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Cold / extreme (4)
Road biking (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  86%
  (6 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

Reviewed by 7 customers

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Nov

2007

(9 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

A must-have piece of gear!

By cpeirce

from Portland, Oregon

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Durable
Good Fit
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Freezing Conditions

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

I loved my powerstretch balaclave, until I lost it. It always gave that extra bit of warmth that I was looking for when the temps went below zero. It was easily washable and fit perfectly for me. The opening is perfect for your eyes, nose, and mouth. And it easily stretches over your chin if you really want it out of the way.

Dec

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Perfect Product!

By castlerock

from Castle Rock, CO

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Breathable
Dries Easily
Good Fit
Good Protection
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Cross Country
Downhill
Freestyle

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

Perfectly designed and constructed item. It took me a while to find the right Balaclava. From the poorly designed Outdoor Rearch Gorilla Balaclava to the ill-fitting Seirus Ultra Clava and a host of others I tried on at the store. The MH Power Stretch stands out. It doesn't fit to heavily on you. It is light, breathable and very configurable with the stretchy material it is made from. I will be using this on Winter 14er climbs.

Nov

2009

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Hot Headed!

By katashi

from Davis, CA

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Good Fit
Soft
Warm
Wind Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Mountain Biking
Road Biking
Wet Weather

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

I got this balaclava for the commute to work in cold weather. It blocks wind effectively and keeps your head warm. It's also very stretchy, very soft to the touch, does not retain odor, and it's easy to wash. Good quality material and construction.

Dec

2009

(4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Nice but Small

By American West Photographer

from The Lone Star State

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Pros

Breathable
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

This is a nicely made balaclava however it is kinda small. If you normally wear a small to med size hat this will probably be perfect. If you normally wear med to large then it will be really tight.

Yes, it is Powerstretch but this is uncomfortable tight.

They really need to make two sizes.

Feb

2012

3.0

Design Flaw

By Craghopper

from Boston, MA

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Pros

Adjustable
Good Fit
Warm

Cons

Chafes

Best Uses

Cold Weather

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

Mountain Hardwear makes great products, but this one has a design flaw in my opinion. Its two-piece construction has the front seam running straight up the center of the mouth, and the stitching rubs against the underside of my nose. I know this would cause chafing in no time, so it's going back. I gave it three stars for its many good points. The Power Stretch material is very stretchy, making this one of the best-fitting one-size balaclavas I've tried. It's warm, the inner brushed fleece is soft against your face (except at the front seam), and it easily adjusts to fit above the mouth or under the chin without creating gaps that would let in cold air. If you think the seam/stitching under your nose won't bother you, then this is otherwise a great balaclava.

Jan

2012

5.0

Best Balaclava I've ever owned.

By scottieF

from Hartford, CT

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Adjustable
Breathable
Good Fit
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Mountain Biking
Road Biking

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

Wow this is one amazing balaclava. It's much better than the ones that look like masks with the holes at the mouth or the ones with fluffy material around the face. If moisture builds up its very easy to wipe off as it doesn't sink into the material. It's also very warm and has a fleece-like layer underneith that is soft and comfortable on the face. It can fit over the nose which is always a plus. Would definitely recommend.

Oct

2011

5.0

Great Product

By Riley Fricke

from Sacramento, California

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Adjustable
Breathable
Durable
Good Fit
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Road Biking

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Balaclava:

When I was shopping for a balaclava, it was hard to find one that fit my extra large head, but this one felt great. It is very warm and the fabric is windproof. At first it is a little hard to breath through it, but after a short while, you get used to it. I would suggest washing it before you first put it on because I didn't and it made me light headed. Other than that this is a great product, especially for cold weather cycling.