Originally Posted by pak
A piece of clothing that does not get enough press is a facemask. A little wind in the below zero temps can really put a hurt on your face. Also, fur hats are the best for the coldest temps. I find they are really too warm most of the time and they also muffle a lot of sound when the ear flaps are down.

Spot on. A light balaclava is in my kit here in AZ. In colder climes it would be a heavier balaclava.


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