Wānaka Merino Knit Balaclava
Is it a balaclava? Is it a beanie? It's both, and you've just arrive in high style. Hit the slopes with all the performance and softness of Merino wool, then roll it up at lunch for an easy beanie fit. 100% natural, temperature regulating, and soft where it counts.
Features
- 100% natural fibres – Merino wool and cotton for pure, breathable comfort
- Balaclava meets beanie - not many balaclavas that roll up into beanies, huh
- Soft against skin – no itch, no bulk, just cosy coverage
- Temperature regulating – keeps you warm without overheating
- Odour resistant – stays fresh, even on back-to-back missions
Fabric & Fit
- Fit: Slim
- Type: Merino Wool Cotton Knit
- Blend: 55% Merino Wool, 45% Cotton
Why Merino Wins
We’ve always known Merino works. Now the lab coats agree. A new four-year PhD study, led by NC State University and The Woolmark Company, proves that Merino Wool outperforms polyester in moisture buffering by 96%. Merino Wool regulates heat and sweat naturally, no chemical tricks required. Learn more
Shipping & Returns
Purchases over €/CHF/£100 qualify for free shipping.
Standard shipping is €/CHF/£9 for all orders under €/CHF/£100.
Order are processed and dispatched the next working day. Orders received on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays will be processed on the following business day.
Target delivery is 2-3 business days.
Returns Information
Returns are accepted within 28 days of purchase provided items are in new and unworn condition.
Restrictions apply, read our full returns policy here.
Merino Science
Merino wool is 96% better than polyester at buffering moisture, proving in the lab what riders have known for years. Here’s how Merino compares to polyester and other fabrics, according to the coats.
Merino Performance
We believe Merino wool is the world’s greatest performance fibre. It’s nature’s choice: built for the elements, designed to perform in extreme temps, and tested on mountain sheep in all conditions.
Our Story
Sometime back in the early noughties, a storm-chasing Kiwi living out of a ski bag realised his gear wasn't cutting it for both mountain missions and post-shred hangs. And here we are, almost two decades later.
