If you like skiing, snowboarding, running, hiking, cycling, ice skating, snowshoeing, or any other activity that gets your heart pumping, then the cold season is ideal for you.
However, with the fun comes a bit of danger. Winter during extreme cold is drier than other times of the year, and temperatures can drop dangerously. The key to enjoying winter and staying safe is to understand and learn about the potential hazards of cold weather.
In order to deal with cold-related problems, it’s essential to wear clothing and equipment that keeps us dry and warm, and that feels comfortable. Considerations include:
- How cold it is and how cold it will get.
- How windy it is, since exposure to wind can lower our body temperature faster and cause windburn.
- How long we’ll be outside.
- If we’re going to a higher elevation, where it may be colder.
- If there’s a nearby shelter in case we need to get out of the cold.
- If there’s precipitation that could make our clothes wet.
- If we have enough layers in the event of changes in the weather.
Most of us neglect face protection because it is uncomfortable or ill-fitting. Sports masks, running neck gaiters, ski balaclavas, and snowboarding neck warmers are all necessary for head and neck protection while participating in outdoor activities. Coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing can occur when we exercise in cold weather because the cold and dryness irritate our throats and lungs.
Guide: how to choose the right winter face cover
The design, fabric, flexibility, and comfort of sports face masks vary widely, so choosing one that works for you could be the difference between staying dry and toasty while doing your favorite outdoor activity and having to go home to sip your favorite beverage.
When searching for a good wintertime face cover, some features we should look for are:
- Insulating material to keep us warm
- Moisture-wicking fabric that keeps us dry as we go
- Breathability to allow air to pass through
- Quick-drying material to help moisture evaporate quickly
- Washable so we can wear them over and over
- Comfortable fit with other wintertime gear like helmets, goggles, and hats
- Customizable fabric and bendable parts to ensure a perfect fit
- Protection against UV radiation from snow and sun
NAROO’s comfortable, warm winter products for sports people
A serious sportsperson does not want to be forced to wear a cold, wet, and mushy neck warmer or balaclava. That’s why NAROO has designed each of their products with these issues in mind. NAROO focuses on designing products that look and feel good. They use moisture-wicking fabrics so that we don’t get cold or sweaty and are able to breathe easily.
As a result, moisture-wicking running masks and ski balaclavas made of polyester, nylon, and polypropylene are the best choice for any type of physical activity, especially in the winter, because they absorb sweat and condensation from our lungs and move them to the top layer of the fabric for quick evaporation. Cotton is a common fabric for everyday wear, but it isn’t ideal because it absorbs and holds moisture, making us feel colder and keeping us from sweating. This could be dangerous when we are already in freezing temperatures.
Another key aspect of NAROO products is their flexibility, which allows us to customize the face covering to meet our individual facial shape. By doing this, we can avoid potential safety problems such as foggy goggles. When moving down a mountain at high speeds, losing visibility due to our own breath can be extremely frightening and dangerous. As a result of this flexibility, we can also adjust the face cover to fit comfortably under goggles, glasses, hats, and helmets.
Another feature that winter neck gaiters and balaclavas must have is the ability to be washed, because even when the moisture on them evaporates, they can still become gross and stinky from our sweat. Clean face covers can help to reduce odors and bacteria that cause skin inflammation. NAROO’s goods are not only washable, but also long-lasting, remaining comfortable and breathable after hundreds of washes.
When exercising in the cold, it’s important to remember to protect our faces and airways, and NAROO is here to help. Wear an excellent winter mask, neck gaiter, tube, or balaclava no matter what activity you’re doing to stay warm, have fun, and achieve your goals.