Icebreaker Oasis Balaclava Black

The Icebreaker Oasis Balaclava is designed for full coverage. Offers medium-weight insulation and optimal breathability for very active days in the mountains or in cold climates. The overlay opening provides better protection in adverse weather conditions and slides down under the chin in softer conditions. Also included is a small ventilation flap over the mouth for improved breathability, and flat seams to eliminate chafing.

The main fabric of the Oasis Balaclava is merino wool, which comes from Merino sheep. These, unlike ordinary sheep, have adapted to survive the scorching summers and icy winters of New Zealand’s rugged Southern Alps. They can survive these extremes because of the incredible natural engineering of their wool. Super light and breathable in summer, it keeps them cool at temperatures up to +30ºC. In winter, they acquire an extra layer of wool on their base layer that protects them against temperatures that plummet to -10ºC.

Simple, efficient, ingenious. All of Icebreaker’s merino wool garments guarantee exceptional lightness, breathability and warmth.

Features:
– Slim fit
– Flat seams
– Overlay Opening
– Ventilation flap
– Contoured hem
– Benefits: warmth, breathability, comfort and resistance to odours
– Can be worn as a full balaclava, without facial coverage or as a neck warmer
– Weight: 60g

Material:
– 100% merino wool
– Machine wash with similar colours Do not use fabric softeners, do not use bleach. Dries quickly in the shade, do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Exact care instructions on the label.

Features common to all Icebreaker garments:
– Temperature control: Merino wool retains body temperature and is warm in cold climates, but also has the ability to maintain coolness in more temperate climates.
– Perspiration: the materials absorb and release vapour to prevent excess heat and body moisture.
– UV protection: additional protection against the sun’s harmful rays thanks to merino wool’s natural qualities.
– Odour prevention: merino wool is naturally antibacterial.