Well I bought my first Maxit balaclava 16 years ago from the Army Navy while homeless for a year. I slept outdoors during that harsh winter and this balaclava was the only one that worked for me. It's thin, warm, stretchy, lasted 3 years of constant usage. I've tried many balaclavas and none of them lasted very long or actually fit my face and neck like these do. Maxit has my business for life! Thanks guys, you saved me from having to stay in a shelter.

Like in the image, the upper brow and lower forehead are really exposed which leaves the face a little cold. Looks silly too. Got these for going to my son's football games in the winter. Good enough.

My Ears are Hot! Now , when I first opened this I thought it was very thin and did not think it would help very much in the cold while riding my bicycle. Needless to say, it is perfect for riding your bike in the cold! It fits great under my helmet. I wear it without it covering my mouth or nose because it gets moisture on the inside and fogs up my glasses. Very impressed with how well it does and glad I did not get a thicker balaclava because this is perfect for an active person wanting to stay active in the winter. I have also noticed that it kind of freaks out my neighbors when I wear it because I look like a ninja (or someone up to no good)! But, you have to do what you have got to do to stay warm!

I can't speak for the durability yet, but have road this in the cold, even in the rain today, and my ears definitely loved me for it. Will update if need be.

Decent quality for sure and good shape. You can also tell that it breaths pretty well, but I would not wear this with goggles as the air still comes strait up. I would not recommend this if you have an above average nose size. My nose is a little big and so if fits uncomfortably tight to it. I doubt I even try wearing this as I am ordering the kind that has a separate piece that pulls up over your nose (Under Armour infared tactical hood). I know in the past those have worked great, but you just have to pay a little more.

Very comfortable, super warm yet thin head mask. Compression fit and retains its shape well after years of use and washing, doesn't get stretched out like other balaclavas. Blocks the wind and great for all kinds of outdoor cold weather activities. Highly recommend for ice fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, skiing, or snow shoveling.