Now this is an interesting balaclava, one that I have to say must be one of the best out there. The BreathXchange Full Mask Sport is designed using what is called advanced heat exchange technology. When I first looked at it, it conjured up some images from George Lucas’ Star Wars episodes, but I have to say I am highly impressed with how effective the heat exchange technology works, and also how cool the mask looks when you put it on. The balaclava has a very simple design made from fleece, covering everything but the eye section, and features a slightly protruding mouth piece. Actually, the magic lies in the mouth section of this mask. It contains a module that catches the heat as it leaves your mouth on exhale, then adds this warmth back to the air you inhale through the mouth piece. It will also trap moisture from your breath, adding it back to your inhale, humidifying dry, ice-cold air for more breathing comfort. Breathing the warmed air will not only help to keep your face warm, it actually helps in maintaining your core body temperature in very cold conditions (so I am told). Another thing I noticed about the mouth piece is that it doesn’t muffle your voice or restrict speaking. This I know to be a benefit, because some of my balaclava-wearing students are extremely hard to understand. This balaclava is definitely a high-quality piece of gear that I can fully recommend as one of the most unique and most advanced cold-weather masks currently available on the consumer market.
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