OR Ninjaclava

Every time I am backpacking or ice climbing in the northeast during winter I use the Ninjaclava.

I have numerous face masks and a few balaclavas, and was always looking for something that was full coverage (leaving only the eyes exposed, which could be protected with goggles) but that also allowed for easy adjustments. The Nordic Gear designs work for this, but mine is both too thick (overheat) and too bulky around the neck to wear under layers. It's also a bit finicky to adjust.

With the Ninjaclava I can either fully cover my nose, or pull it down under the chin to ventilate. This is not at all uncomfortable- I have no issues with bulk and find that it works very well under helmets and hoods.

Same here…used mine all last winter. I wear it all day, then sleep in it and wear it the next day. Easy to pull down under the chin or leave the face mask on and pull the head cap back. Nice and thin so I can add a hat overtop without issue. I also sometimes pull the entire thing down around my neck and then turn it 180* so that the cap part sits on the front of your neck for a little extra protection to keep the neck away from wind. I think it's a great piece of gear.

I use my buff in the same manner as an OR Ninjaclava, works great.

I'm a big fan of their Sonic balaclava, which has windpro fleece and also covers one's nose (important in the winter!). Just make sure you cut the mesh out.