BLACKHAWK Lightweight Balaclava with NOMEX - Black, Multi, One Size

Bought this to wear under my flight helmet in cool weather. My job on a rescue helicopter as a hoist operator exposes me to the elements, this helps keep my face and neck warm and protected from wind burn that I have been experiencing lately during this long winter. Temperatures ideal for using this weight I found to be between 20 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit before it gets to warm to wear. Some have noted the Nomex is a bit itchy but after a wash or two I found the hood to be fairly comfortable. Would buy again if I ever needed to replace it.

Excellent product, thank you.

I use this thing for snowboarding and airsoft. its unobtrusive, lightweight and comfy. its been perfect for snowboarding. Its good for airsoft, however it has stretched a bit with the intense use I've put it through and no longer holds my teeth protector tight to my face. I definitely won't feel bad buying a second one though.

In the absence of a gas mask, this works well with a helmet, and does not get too hot. It breathes well and fits nicely. It is a little itchy at first if you are not clean shaven.

Bought this to wear under my motorcycle helmet. Fit is perfect, thin enough that it doesnt create any issues with the fit of my helmet or the sound from my comms system yet it still keeps some of the wind off and dampens the road noise. Going to buy another one for my wife to wear with her gear. Some reviews said it was "itchy" all I can say is that mine is not itchy at all. I can wear it all day with no problems. Its not soft like a fleese but it certainly isnt uncomfortable.

I was expecting this product to be... different than it is. It's not really as lightweight as they say it is. On a hot day, your head will be sweating bullets with this thing on. It's lighter than any other balaclava I've used, but it's still a balaclava. The fabric is also not very comfortable and kind of scratchy, but I suspect this is because of the NOMEX. Not bad overall, but I probably wouldn't buy it again.

I bought this to wear under my helmet for drag racing. I love that it's light weight and breathes, wicking moisture from my skin. The bonus is the fire retardant material. Great purchase.

I see a lot of misguided consumer reviews regarding tactical headgear. What a lot of people don't understand is that the #1 determining factor in how it performs is the material. Don't buy a Balaclava made out of NOMEX if you are looking for something to wear riding a motorcycle year-round somewhere with a cool and unpredictable climate. Just because it covers the majority of your face and neck doesn't mean its going to be warm. For instance the NOMEX balaclava that i'm reviewing works great in the SoCal area when i'm out shooting in the desert. Coupled with my Under Armour boonie hat it keeps my head and neck cool and shields me from shell casings, GSR, debris etc. I've purchased many warm weather balaclavas and this one is my favorite!

Comfortable, good value.

You guess that it is not a genuine Blackhawck product: at a fraction of the price you only get a fraction of the quality. The poor thing will tear and self-destroy at first use.

Excelente marca, excelente producto

Blackhawk es sinónimo de calidad, es la segunda vez que adquiero este producto, ha sido probado en eventos muy graves y ha funcionado a la perfección, lo recomiendo ampliamente.