Why Choose the Arc'teryx RHO AR Balaclava?
The Arc'teryx RHO AR Balaclava is a formidable solution for full-face protection in extremely cold weather. I was looking for one that I could go snowboarding in when the temperature was freezing or windy. As expected, the Polartec Power Stretch fabric delivers exceptional warmth, breathability, and stretch, enabling me to stay comfortable throughout the day. The ergonomic, anatomically shaped design hugs my head and fits easily under my helmet. It's made for multi-use and can be worn as a balaclava, hat, or neck gaiter.
Key Features
- Material: Polartec Power Stretch 90% polyester, 10% elastane, stretchy and moisture-wicking.
- Weight: 150g. Designed for all-day comfort.
- Fit: Ergonomic, anatomically shaped for a secure, comfortable fit.
- Design: Adjustable for full face, hat, or neck gaiter; smooth stretchy binding around face opening; flatlocked seams for comfort.
- Performance: Breathable, moisture-wicking, odour-resistant, provides warmth in severe weather conditions.
How I Use the Arc'teryx RHO AR Balaclava
- Snowboarding: This is my thickest balaclava from Arc'teryx, so I bring it to the mountain when it is freezing and windy. This piece can handle anything I throw at it. The worst it's been through was Northern Michigan in the middle of winter, on a freezing, wet, and windy morning, and I was still warm and toasty. The material is very thick, but it still layers very easily under my helmet. It's one of the few balaclavas from Arc'teryx that doesn't have a hinged design or a small eye opening, but it still integrates beautifully with my goggles and doesn't obscure my vision.
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