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Pickup available at Boutique Adrénaline, Chambly
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Quick Specs
| Fit | One-size (no numeric size grid published for headwear) |
| Weight | Lightweight |
| Protection | UV protection (UPF 50+) |
| Fabric | LuxeStretch UPF 50+ Nylon Jersey (80% Nylon / 20% Lycra) |
| Special Feature | Signature hinge construction for multi-position wear |
| Compatibility | Helmet-compatible |
Product Description
The Coal Travis Rice Balaclava wraps riders in long-lasting comfort built for big-mountain days. LuxeStretch UPF 50+ Nylon Jersey delivers sun protection and all-direction stretch that moves with every turn, while moisture-wicking performance keeps things dry from first chair to last run. A helmet-compatible, ergonomic fit and signature hinge construction let riders shift positions on the fly. Built for Travis Rice's demands, made for anyone chasing steep lines.
Product Details
| Construction | Signature hinge construction for multi-position wear, engineered for a helmet-compatible, ergonomic fit |
| Fabric / Material | LuxeStretch UPF 50+ Nylon Jersey, 80% Nylon / 20% Lycra blend |
| Fit & Sizing | One-size balaclava with all-direction stretch (no numeric size grid published for headwear) |
| Warmth Category | Lightweight, high-stretch warmth |
| Protection Features | UPF 50+ UV protection |
| Breathability | Moisture-wicking material |
| Compatibility | Helmet-compatible and ergonomic fit |
Travis Rice Balaclava - Black FAQ
Why does this balaclava cost $90 when others are half the price?
The Travis Rice Nylon Balaclava uses LuxeStretch UPF 50+ Nylon Jersey, an 80% nylon / 20% Lycra blend built for long-lasting durability, ultra-smooth stretch, and built-in sun protection. That premium fabric plus the signature hinge construction for multi-position wear is what sets it above the polyester or knit options.
Does this actually protect from sun, not just cold?
Yes. It's built from LuxeStretch UPF 50+ Nylon Jersey, meaning the fabric itself carries UPF 50+ sun protection alongside its warmth and stretch. That's useful on bright, high-altitude days when sun exposure on your face is as much of a concern as the cold.
What does the hinge construction actually do?
The signature hinge construction allows for multi-position wear, so you can adjust coverage between a full balaclava and a dropped, half-face setup as conditions or effort level change. It's built into the nylon jersey body so it moves with you rather than being a rigid add-on.
Will this hold up over a full season of hard use?
Coal describes this as long-lasting nylon, and the 80% nylon / 20% Lycra jersey is built specifically for durability alongside stretch and smoothness. Combined with moisture-wicking performance, it's designed to handle repeated, high-output wear without breaking down the way a lighter knit might.
Will it fit comfortably under a helmet?
Yes, it's built with a helmet-compatible, ergonomic fit, so the nylon jersey sits close to your head without adding bulk. All-direction stretch in the fabric also helps it move with a helmet shell rather than shifting or bunching during a run.