Airhole: Balaclava When people dress for cold weather, the face often remains exposed. Surprisingly when your face drops in temperature it can affect the blood circulation in your fingers and toes. If whole-body insulation is inadequate, thermal face protection becomes more important for limiting body heat loss. Airhole have developed a range of products specifically to keep your face, neck and head warm on up the hill, with a range of different materials, shapes and sizes there is literally an Airhole product for everyone. Some fabrics have more stretch and warmth than others. This week we are focusing on the Airhole Balaclava which may seem like a product that has been around for years in the snow industry but Airhole have out done them all with their design. It is such a practical accessory that it should be taken up the mountain regardless of conditions. As the name suggests Airhole products have a hole at the front to allow you to breathe freely avoiding condensation that causes a cold, wet face for the rest of the day. Airhole have done research and testing to prove that the air hole is the exact right shape, position and size for so wearers can breathe, drink and talk while still being protected from the elements. Another feature of the Airhole products is the Antimicrobial coating which repels bacteria keeping germs, mold, and fungus off the garment. For what seems to be such a simple product, Airhole have really done the research to make sure their product is superior every element of the design has been thought through to be the most effective against conditions. For the full range of Airhole products in stock click here. For tips on your Snow Sport equipment stay in touch with us: facebook/rhythmsnowsports instagram: @rhythmsnowsports twitter: @rhythmsnowsport

Posted by Emily Dorahy on July 31, 2015