Ergodyne Balaclava with Detachable Heat Exchanger Face Mask, Winter Ski Mask, Ergodyne N-Ferno 6970,Black, One Size

Yes, I recommend this product !

I bought this to wear while riding my bike in the winter. If the temperature is 20 F or above I wear a regular balaclava but when the temperature drops below 20 F, I wanted something warmer. The heat exchanger works wonders. I used this today when the air temperature was -9 F (-28 F with the wind chill index). I wore ski goggles over the top of the N-Ferno 6970 and I tucked the neck of the balaclava into my ski jacket. With this combination of gear, I did not have any exposed skin and I could both see and breath just fine. While riding my bike I was exerting a lot of energy and breathing heavy at times (going up inclines). The heat exchanger warmed and humidified the air so my lungs never felt like they were getting blasted with cold air (the weather advisory on the radio was warning people to not breath deeply and to minimize talking if they had to be outside today). The ONLY thing I didn't like was that some of the moisture from my breath was condensing and dripping from the mask. That is a really minor problem and I don't think there is any way to avoid it. I would HIGHLY recommend this mask to anyone who rides or works outside in extreme cold.

Amazing balaclava! I was working out west in a northern project this past winter and the high winds plus cold temperatures made it a bit tough at times being outside in the elements. I tried many over the years and nothing did the job like this one. The removable mask is very convenient and definitely keeps your face warm. When wearing safety glasses and goggles I had no issues with them fogging up while working. My other balaclava would not offer me the same kindness. The material is very warm but breathable so I was never uncomfortable wearing this while working. If you did get a little warm you can easily pull off one side to let a blast of cold air hit you in the face to cool you down. Bottom line.. Buy it, you won't regret it.

I brought this for my husband who work nights outside. It is very well made and prevents the weather hitting him in the face and neck. Would recommend it

Item is exactly as stated. One size is meant to fit large headed men and small headed women - which it doesn't (latter is me). The nose doesn't have the mentioned foam piece, and sits uncomfortably sliding inexorably down my nose, unless I make it very tight, in which case I end up with a red wheal across my nose after use. However, it most definately keeps me warm, am able to breathe in coolish air, even when used in -32c and lower temperatures (am in southern Canada). Would love to see the face guard in a smaller size, so the nose piece fits more comfortably, but for what is available on the market at the moment, it more than does the job.