A balaclava is a type of elongated hat with openings that can cover the face and neck. The balaclava is often also referred to by its English name, balaclava. Balaclavas are frequently used by special forces and the military, mainly to make it difficult for opponents to recognize identities. Reenactment groups also eagerly use balaclavas, and airsoft players often choose them for additional protection against pellets hitting the face, serving as an alternative to a scarf. Balaclavas are often made from thermal materials. They are worn by motorcyclists or rally and racing drivers, where they serve as an additional layer cushioning the head in the helmet and providing appropriate thermal comfort. Skiers also eagerly use balaclavas, which protect the face from wind and cold while skiing quickly down the slope.
Using balaclavas also shields the respiratory tract and face from dust and sunlight in dry climates. Balaclavas come in many variations, which is why we offer single-hole balaclavas with a wide eye opening, two-hole balaclavas with a single eye opening and an additional one for the mouth or nose, and three-hole balaclavas with separate openings for each eye and an opening for the mouth or nose. Balaclavas are made from various materials, including cotton, polyester, polyamide, lycra, or merino wool, a very warm natural material also known as merino. Balaclavas are available in many colors, not only black but also including coyote or olive, in camouflage patterns known as camo, and with prints, such as skulls.
In our store, balaclavas from manufacturers such as Helikon, Texar, Pentagon, Buff, and Fjord Nansen are available. A balaclava folded in the right way can also serve well as a hat, and some models of single-hole balaclavas can be used as a bandana, covering the mouth and nose or acting as a neck gaiter protecting the neck from the wind. Balaclavas are a clothing item with very wide applications, so everyone can match a model to their individual activities, needs, and preferences. We invite you to explore the rich selection of balaclavas available in our store and the rest of our assortment.
