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Curious about these, as I've never worn one. Do you wear one whilst cycling? What does it do for you? Pros & cons?
For me, these are possible pros. NB I'm more of a functional cyclist, cycling as transport to work, shops, visit friends etc so can't speak for long-distance or sport use so much. If you are on the way to the shops, it doubles up as your face mask when you arrive. A breathable one with a UV filter made from eco-friendly fabric will keep your neck warm without getting sweaty and can be hi-viz if you want some extra-visibility in the dark. I'm sure there are other pros and cons depending on how and when you cycle. I have two from Buff, which if you buy from workwear stores online are much cheaper than buying from cycing stores.
Pros: lightweight, stuffs in pocket, more useful than a beanie or cap (though I wear a cap when it's raining or particularly cold) and cheap. Also not cycling-specific.
Cons: none that I can think of.
It's neckwarmer /draught excluder for the neck that can also be used as an ear warmer, an under-helmet headwarmer or a face covering. There are videos online showing the many ways they can be used.
So-called 'genuine' Buff branded are overpriced, they all do the same thing. I have one I won as a raffle prize, plus a cheap camo from ebay my daughter has purloined and an Altura. The Altura is quite long so used double layer and keeps the wind out very well.
I have a thick motorcycle one (those days are probably gone for me ) but I'd only consider wearing to cycle it if the temperature was some way below zero.
SS, I use to use a thick fleecy snood for winter golf, I now find a less bulky silk one so much better particularly in these present times, it's just as warm surprisingly and less bulk makes it easier to live with, I tend to leave it on all day now if I am outside, ideal if you need to pop into the shop ..!!
Thanks for the tips. Leaning towards Alpkit, surprised to notice today that my current one is a Lusso. Explains why it’s still working at 20 years old!
I've always liked merino ones, Alpkit do a decent one, as do Buff
Think I'm going to get the PedalEd one... Condor Bikes....