BlackstrapThe Expedition Hood Balaclava
Expedition-Ready Protection.
The Expedition Hood?Balaclava?by BlackStrap® is your best friend when the storms stack up. We believe storm days are some of the best days, and the Expedition Hood lives and dies by that with a lightweight and protective TREO exterior and a 360° PERFA mesh liner for maximum warmth and breathability. Don’t let the cold keep you from another lap!
- One size fits most adults - Head Circumference: 21" - 23.75", Crown Length: 7.25" - 9.26"
- TREO is a breathable, 4-way stretch fabric that is both freeze-resistant and abrasion-resistant, featuring a soft-touch, next-to-skin feel for comfort. Its construction ensures optimal thermal regulation and moisture management, with UPF50+ rating.
- The full 360° wind-rated PERFA dual-layer lining in key areas offers enhanced warmth and protection from the elements, effectively minimizing windburn.
- Patented ExoHinge design for maximum mobility and ergonomics ensuring zero compromise to overall fit and performance.
- Ergonomically designed with a performance fit for seamless helmet and other headwear compatibility.
- Fabric Content: 80% Polyester, 20% Spandex
TECH STORY:
FABRIC TECH: TREO:
The cornerstone of BlackStrap's lightweight fabric technology. TREO is a Breathable, performance knit synthetic blend with 4-Way Stretch, Quick-Dry, and has Odor-Free attributes. TREO is highly Abrasion-Resistant with a Soft-Touch next-to-skin feel. Treo is also Machine Washer and Dryer Safe, Moisture-Wicking, Lens-Safe, and features SpectraUV (UPF 50+).
EXOHINGE:
Our Exo-Hinge technology is what put BS balaclavas on the map. Mindfully constructed for maximum mobility and ergonomics ensuring zero compromise to overall fit and performance.
SPECTRAUV:
All BlackStrap fabrics have been tested to ensure the highest rating in the market, 98% UV Protection (UPF 50+).
DRI-FLO:
Unlike traditional fabrics, which trap sweat between the skin and your clothing causing you to feel hot and uncomfortable, BlackStrap's Dri-Flo system is a Moisture-Wicking technology designed to ensure your sweat evaporates from your skin allowing for optimal temperature regulation.
More Features:
- Dual Layer
- Breathable
- 4-Way Stretch
- Helmet Friendly
- Moisture-Wicking
- Abrasion-Resistant
- Thermal-Regulation
- Odor-Free
- Quick-Dry
- Lens-Safe
- Finished Seams
- Soft-Touch
- Machine Washable/Dryer Safe