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🧣 The Friendly Swede Balaclava Face Mask: Unbeatable Protection and Versatility with Neck Gaiter Bandana (Standard/Nordic/Arctic) Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.5
🧗‍♀️ Climbing, 🏕️ Outdoor Recreation

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Description of 🧣 The Friendly Swede Balaclava Face Mask: Unbeatable Protection and Versatility with Neck Gaiter Bandana (Standard/Nordic/Arctic)

100% Polyester. Machine Wash. 🔥CHOOSE YOUR VERSION: STANDARD – Autumn or spring activities when you need extra face protection, eg. running, or comfort under your helmet. NORDIC - Soft and adds warmth, for autumn to winter climate, skiing and biking, below 40°F. ARCTIC - Extra windproof front panel, provides the best comfort at lower temperatures and in harsh, windy climate. Choose version where you’d choose color!. 🔥MULTIPLE WEARING STYLES: Can be worn open or closed covering your face, as a scarf, neck buff or ear warmer, bandana; full or half face mask, running mask, motorcycle face mask, ski face mask and much more. One-size-fits-all; women and men. Won’t fit small children. 🔥FABRIC: Lightweight, machine washable and quick drying. Comfortable microfiber-polyester and spandex blend (see details below) for great protection. Seams on the sides for max comfort. The premium Arctic version with three layer windproof panel features breathing patch allowing humidity to pass while keeping your face warmer. 🔥 VERSATILITY: Wear your balaclava on its own or under a helmet. Wear it as a full face mask, open balaclava, half ski mask or neck gaiter. Our balaclavas are longer than most and can be tucked down under your sweater or jacket, keeping you protected from wind and weather. These face masks are used for skiing, snowboarding, riding, driving a motorcycle , construction, warehouse work and shoveling snow. 🔥LIFETIME WARRANTY - RISK FREE SHOPPING: Covered by our Friendly Lifetime Warranty. Our World Class customer service team is here for you every day of the year and happy to help answer ANY questions you may have within hours.

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Cozy and Functional Balaclava for Cold Climb

This balaclava works wonders for any climber facing harsh weather. The material is soft and comfortable, while still keeping the face warm and protected. It is versatile and can be worn in a variety of ways. As a result of my tests, I determined that it holds up well in extreme conditions, making it a reliable choice for any outdoor enthusiast. The only downside is that it may not fit snugly on those with smaller heads.

Pros
  • Cozy, functional, versatile
Cons
  • May not fit snugly on smaller heads.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Nothing Swedish about it

Item arrived marked Made in China. I was surprised by the company's name and the fact that the balaclava's promotional photos showed people with 'Swedish looks' (for lack of a better term). It seems to me that the Friendly Swede is trying to exploit Sweden's cache using Chinese workers. On their website, they are very vague about exactly where their products are made (they refer to "long-term trusted partners in Asia", without mentioning China). I ended up sending it back and buying a…

Pros
  • Easy installation
Cons
  • The list will be long.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Keeps my head warm when cycling in 20°F

The Nordic balaclava is what I need for cycling in 20-35°F Temperatures below 20 degrees they still work well. The fit around the face is a bit sloppy as it's only one size up, but it's no big deal. Once I've sweated it sticks to my mouth, but because it's so warm I usually open my face fully after a few miles. Nordic breathes a little, but not enough to make my head go cold. I have thinner balaclavas that will never work in these temperatures but they are not designed for that. The length is…

Pros
  • Consistent test results
Cons
  • There are new competitors