2.7 oz.Insulated Neck Gaiter
NOTE: *At launch, all non-Custom Size items will ship Mid-April*
The Insulated Neck Gaiter offers all the warmth of a scarf but in a lighter, more efficient design. Keeping your neck warm is one of the most effective ways to retain body heat, and this gaiter does exactly that. Made from water-repellent, stretch bonded fleece with a cozy high-loft fleece lining, it fits comfortably without getting in your way. Its contoured shape lets you cover your lower face when needed or flip it around to avoid interference when shooting a bow. Try it once, and you’ll see why the insulated neck gaiter is an essential piece of gear for every cold-weather hunt.
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Why We Made It
The Science of Staying Warm
Human temperature regulation follows the core–shell model, where the body prioritizes keeping the core (head and torso) warm while allowing the extremities, the shell, to cool if necessary.
In cold environments, the brain rapidly reduces blood flow to the hands and feet through peripheral vasoconstriction to conserve heat for survival. This is why fingers and toes are especially vulnerable to getting cold.
Cold extremities are usually the result of insufficient insulation across the rest of the body, not just exposure at the hands or feet.
If the torso, arms, and legs are losing heat, the body further restricts blood flow to the shell, making even the warmest gloves and boots ineffective.
By contrast, when the entire body, especially the core, is well insulated, overall heat loss drops and warm blood continues to circulate to the extremities. This preserves dexterity, strength, and performance in the cold.
In practical terms, warm hands and feet start with full-body insulation. The body functions as a single thermal system, not isolated parts. To keep the extremities working, the whole body must be protected.
