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Heavyweight 400 Balaclava 100% Merino Wool

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Heavyweight
MERINO WOOL

On the coldest, darkest nights, you will discover yourself seeking the warmth of Minus33 Merino Wool. Our Heavyweight products are suitable for the coldest climates and true expeditions.

Heavyweight Details

Originally designed for winter mountaineering on Mount Washington, Minus33 Heavyweight clothing has seen action in both the Antarctic and Arctic, and even to the Summit of Mount Everest. Anyone venturing out in the cold will greet our Heavyweight clothing with a warm welcome as either a base, mid or outer layer. When you need to keep the ever-present cold from seeping in, our Heavyweight items will be your best friend.

400 g/m2

Interlock Knit

18.5 Micron

100% Merino Wool
UPF Rating 50+

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RECOMMENDED FOR

Activities: Hiking, Camping, Lifestyle, Snowsports, Hunting, Ice Fishing.

Seasons: Fall, Winter

High Activity Temperatures: 0°F and below

Low Activity Temperatures: 30°F to 0°F

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Why Merino Wool?

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Moisture Wicking

Minus33 Merino Wool regulates the amount of moisture on your skin by absorbing any moisture or sweat on your body. Then, the absorbed moisture evaporates out of the fabric into the atmosphere.

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Anti-Microbial

Merino Wool fibers naturally reject any bacteria in moisture or sweat as it is wicked away, so foot fungus and smelly odor will not be a problem while wearing our products.

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Insulates When Wet

Wool will absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling wet or clammy. If you do get wet, wool will insulate you better than cotton or polyester materials.

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Fire Resistant

Merino Wool insulates against high temperatures and does not readily catch fire. If it does, it self-extinguishes. When Merino burns, it doesn’t melt and stick to the skin like synthetic fabrics do.

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UV Protection

Don’t worry about sunburn on a sunny day summiting a peak. Lightweight layers have a UPF rating of 25. Midweight and Expedition have a UPF rating of 50+.

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Renewable

Merino Wool has a low environmental footprint and naturally returns to the elements. Shear a merino sheep in the morning, and in the afternoon they’re happily nibbling their way towards renewing next season’s clip. 

TOTAL EASY CARE

MACHINE WASH AND DRY

Total Easy Care (TEC) Merino apparel is designed for today's busy lifestyle. Total Easy Care Merino garments are all machine-washable, and are suitable for tumble drying.

Even after frequent laundering they retain an 'as new' appearance. They won't shrink, lose their shape, fade or color-bleed. They remain soft and comfortable for the life of the garment.

  • This is the warmest and most comfortable Balaclava I have ever owned.
  • Comfortable, breathable, regulates temperature exceptionally well.
  • Extremely warm. Perfect for very cold, windy days in the Midwest.
  • 5 stars: 34 (85%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (5%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (5%)
  • 2 stars: 2 (5%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Jarred

Cant wait to use this next time I shovel!

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Jamie

These are Amazing. Very Soft and warm thank you. Fits well under a snowmobile helmet.

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Jamie

These are Amazing. Very Soft and warm thank you. Fits well under a snowmobile helmet.

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Adam (Columbus, US)
Olive Drab Green
Very warm and well fitting

Very warm and well fitting even for someone with a size 8 head.

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E.W. (Apple River, US)
Olive Drab Green
Primary Activity: Workwear
Warm and breathable

I like this face-mask It is very light weight and extremely warm for how thin it is. It is more breathable than other (synthetic) face-masks that I have used. The cutout shape could be better, as a lot of the forehead is exposed, making it so that I need to wear a hat.

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Ken L. (Cleveland, US)
Black
Height: 5’8
Primary Activity: Hiking
Extremely warm

Extremely warm. This is perfect for very cold , windy days in the Midwest. Perfect for my needs

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Anonymous (Columbus, US)
Black
Base Layer for Your Head

I was really disappointed how light this supposedly heavyweight balaclava was. Sew three of these together and I would have no trouble calling it that. My Minus 33 Expedition neck warmer is twice as thick. At this price point I was expecting at least that weight. Specs say 400 g\m², and if true, that's officially heavyweight. But if it's really 400 g\m², the merino industry is gaslighting the public into believing something little thicker than a T-shirt is heavy duty.

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Walter H. (DeFuniak Springs, US)
Height: 5'7"
Weight: 175
Primary Activity: Hunting
Well made and soft, too good to simply return. However...

Well made and soft, too good to simply return. However, it's MAYBE 260 weight Merino wool. I've got 100% Merino wool items from 130 to 400. This is advertised at 400. It is NOT. I expected better from Minus 33 that specializes in Merino wool.

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David H. (Somerset, US)
Black
This is the warmest and most comfortable

This is the warmest and most comfortable Balaclava I have ever owned.

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Chicago l. (Chicago, US)
Olive Drab Green
Doubles as a scarf and beanie

My goto outerwear in the cold Chicago winter months. With this balaclava, I only need one thing and I can slide it down my neck when indoors, without having to stuff scarfs and beanie somewhere in my parka.
I first tried Amazon options and was really disappointed with the quality.
Minuss33 balaclava is the best, most comfortable and warm. I hope you will also design some that have breathing slits like some of your competitor products which I also have

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Anonymous (Bridgeport, US)
Black
Height: 6'1
Weight: 200
Primary Activity: Workwear
Strong winds go right through it

Strong winds go right through it.

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Larry

Im from Georgia and currently am working in the midwest. This is by far the coldest ive ever been in. This company was recommended by a coworker from northern Minnesota and this is another item i highly recommend.

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BWE (Northfield, US)
Black
Roomy!

The balaclava turned out to be larger than I expected, and I have a large "cranial vault." It's comfortable, roomy, warm, and seems to be well made. I like the fact the face opening can be pulled down to expose your nose/mouth, but retains its shape when pulled back up over your nose.
I'm sure I will order more from this company if the balaclava is any indication of the value and quality.

BWE,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our 100% Merino Wool Expedition Balaclava. We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with the size and quality of the product. Our team takes great pride in creating comfortable and well-made items that meet the needs of our customers.

We are also glad that you appreciate the versatility of the balaclava, with its ability to expose the nose and mouth while maintaining its shape. We hope that this product continues to serve you well and we look forward to serving you again in the future.

Best regards,

the Minus33 Customer Service Team

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Simon

The glove liners are too small, I’ll have to order another pair unfortunately but medium this time. Aside from that, everything is amazing quality! Really comfortable and really well made. Great gear

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Charles R. (Las Vegas, US)
Navy
Soft warm and luxurious feeling

This thing feels very nice. It's kinda long so I did the check it in the dryer every 5 minutes to slightly shrink it and now it fits perfect. I have the burgundy and it is a thing of warmth and beauty. I really like this beanie.

Charles,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Expedition - Balaclava made of 100% Merino Wool. We are thrilled to hear that you find it soft, warm, and luxurious feeling. It's great to know that the balaclava fits perfectly after adjusting it in the dryer. We are glad you are enjoying the warmth and beauty of the burgundy color. Thank you for choosing our product, and we hope it continues to exceed your expectations.

-Jeannie

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Isabella

I like the product has a great material, didn’t love the shipping costing more than the item. But that was fully my decision to pay for it and I am glad I did.

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Anthony G. (Portland, US)
Black
Face saver

Comfortable, breathable, regulates temperature exceptionally well. Buy it

Anthony,

Thank you for your positive feedback on our Expedition - Balaclava! We're thrilled to hear that it has been a 'face saver' for you. Our team takes pride in using 100% Merino Wool to ensure comfort, breathability, and exceptional temperature regulation. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to serve you again in the future. Happy adventuring!

Jeannie T.

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CHRISTIANA F.F. (Sacramento, US)
Black
Ultralight mask

The fabric felt like silk, you can tell this is good quality wool but what made me surprised about this mask was how lightweight it was. I could roll it to fit in my pocket easily and it seemed like there was nothing there! Such a fantastic addition to winter gear. Highly recommend it!

Christina,

Thanks for the great review! We're glad you found the Expedition - Balaclava 100% Merino Wool to be a great addition to your winter gear. The lightweight fabric makes it easy to pack and carry, and the quality of the wool is clear. We are happy to hear you agree!

Jeannie T.

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James A. (Providence, US)
Just what I needed

Perfect for me. I wear this under my bike helmet on really cold days. It’s made all the difference. Comfortable to wear. Easy to wash.

James,

Great to hear your 100% Merino Wool Balaclava - Expedition, has made all the difference under your bike helmet on cold days.

Thank you for the great review!

-Jeannie T.

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Stacey L. (Wasilla, US)
Black
LOVE IT

Both the lighter and heavy balaclava are the perfect head sock under my snowmachine helmet! I love that I don't have to use the synthetic material head socks.

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Bryan M. (Phoenix, US)
Not great

I bought the expedition weight expecting it to be much more than it is. I feel that the expedition weight is more like what I expected the lightweight to be. It is very thin and not at all adequate for below freezing weather especially if there's any wind even a breeze. I will say that it is very comfortable and feels high quality.

Bryan,

We are sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your purchase.
Please call us at 1-855-646-8733, and a customer service representative would be happy to help you.

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

-Jeannie T.

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William C. (Everett, US)
Almost too warm

I purchased this to use hiking and hunting in cold weather. I used it recently to hike up Mt Pierce and ended up taking it off after about 2 miles as I was warmer than preferred. It was about 10 degrees with no wind so I was fairly impressed with the performance. I also used it sitting in a tree stand and couldn't have been happier with the function.

Bill,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a fantastic review on your 100% Merino Wool Balaclava. We are very pleased to hear that you are enjoying the quality and performance of this piece on all of your winter adventures! Thank you for choosing Minus33.

Best,

-Steven D

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Chris

Nice and warm

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Jamie

Nice fitting and warm

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john C. (Henderson, US)
Black
Best Balaclava Ever

Best balaclava ever. Long down your neck and close around your eyes

John,

Great to hear that you think our 100% Merino Wool Balaclava - Expedition is the best ever.

Thank you for the great review!

-Jeannie T

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Steven W. (Saratoga Springs, US)
Black
Why settle for 90% wool when you can have 100%?

Great balaclava - soft, breathable and maleable!

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Billy J. (Ozark, US)
Black
Merino Wool

I have purchased several things from Minus 33. I own their Expedition Weight socks, sock cap, balaclava, and thermal under wear. All have have exceeded my expectations. Some of the warmest garmets I have ever owned. Wicks moisture like advertised, have nothing but good things to say. Would definitely recommend Minus 33, for all your thermal needs.

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