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Гетра на шею is a multifunctional outdoor headscarf made of polyester, pure cotton, wool, cashmere or other special materials in a tubular shape. It is used to protect the neck, face and ear skin during outdoor sports. It is suitable for a variety of scenarios, such as hiking, running, skiing, cycling, fishing, camping, traveling, etc.

Functions and uses of neck gaiter

‌ Warmth: In cold weather, the neck gaiter can provide you with extra warmth to prevent your neck from getting cold. ‌ Windproof: In windy environments, it can effectively block the cold wind and protect your face and neck. ‌ Dust and sun protection: In outdoor activities, such as desert hiking or beach activities, the neck gaiter can protect you from dust and UV damage.

in some emergency situations, you can use it as a temporary tourniquet, bandage or material for wrapping items to provide certain help in dealing with emergencies.

Our Boyue neck gaiter has various colors, patterns and styles. While providing you with functional protection, it can also be used as your fashion accessories, matched with outdoor clothing, showing your personality and fashion taste, allowing you to be not only comfortable but also maintain a good image in outdoor activities.

Neck gaiter materials

Neck gaiter materials vary. Some are made of single fabrics, and some are made of blended fabrics. The material you usually use depends on how you want to use it and in what scenario you want to use it.

Single fabric types

Полиэстер

Features: This fabric has good wear resistance, wrinkle resistance and quick drying properties, which can quickly absorb sweat from your surface skin and keep your skin dry. At the same time, it also has good UV protection performance, which can effectively block UV damage to your skin.

Applicable scenarios: Suitable for various outdoor activities, such as hiking, running, cycling, etc., which can keep users comfortable in hot weather.

нейлон

Features: High strength, light weight, soft and smooth fabric, comfortable feel. Nylon neck gaiter usually has good elasticity and recovery, is not easy to deform, and has certain waterproof properties, which can resist slight rain and dew.

Applicable scenarios: Commonly used in outdoor sports and travel, especially in situations where humid environments may be encountered, such as mountaineering, camping and other activities.

Спандекс

Features: It has high elasticity, can fit closely to your body, stretch with body movement, and will not produce a sense of restraint. This fabric is often blended with other fibers to increase the elasticity and comfort of the neck gaiter, so that it can better adapt to different wearing methods and body movements.

Applicable scenarios: Suitable for sports that require frequent neck movements, such as yoga, Pilates, etc., and also suitable for daily wear, which can provide a comfortable fit.

Хлопок

Features: Made of natural cotton, it has the advantages of softness, skin-friendliness, and good breathability, which can keep your skin breathable and comfortable to wear. Moreover, cotton has strong hygroscopicity, which can absorb sweat from the neck and keep it dry. However, the pure cotton neck gaiter dries relatively slowly after being wet, and its elasticity is relatively poor.

Applicable scenarios: Suitable for daily wear, especially for people with sensitive skin, and in environments where it is not too hot and sweating is not large.

Модальный

Features: Made of natural wood pulp through a special spinning process, it is soft and smooth, feels excellent, and is known as “artificial silk”. It has better hygroscopicity than cotton, can quickly absorb and dissipate sweat, and keeps the skin dry and comfortable. At the same time, Modal has good elasticity and toughness, is not easy to deform, fits the body and moves freely.

Applicable scenarios: Suitable for daily activities and some light sports, it can provide a comfortable wearing experience, and it can still maintain good performance after multiple wears and washings.

Акрил

Features: The appearance and feel of acrylic are similar to wool, so it is called “artificial wool”. It has good warmth retention, light weight, and is not easy to shrink or be eaten by insects. Acrylic neck gaiter also has good light resistance and is not easy to fade in the sun. However, acrylic is not as hygroscopic and breathable as natural fibers, and it is easy to generate static electricity.

Applicable scenarios: It is often used to replace wool materials and is suitable for use as a warm neck cover in cold weather, especially for people who are allergic to wool but need warmth.

Шерсть

Features: A natural warm material with good thermal insulation properties that can keep you warm in cold weather. Wool also has a certain degree of hygroscopicity, which can absorb sweat on the surface of the skin to keep the skin dry. It also has natural antibacterial properties and can reduce the generation of odor.

Applicable scenarios: Mainly used for outdoor activities in cold weather, such as skiing, winter hiking, etc., to provide users with warm and comfortable protection.

Bamboo fiber

Features: It has good moisture absorption and breathability, is soft and smooth, feels comfortable, and has good affinity to the skin. Bamboo fiber also has natural antibacterial and antibacterial functions, which can effectively inhibit the growth of bacteria and keep the neck gaiter clean and hygienic.

Applicable scenarios: Suitable for daily wear and some light outdoor activities, especially in summer, it can make users feel cool and comfortable.

Смесовые ткани

Some neck gaiters are made of a blended material of 79% polyamide and 21% spandex. This material has elastic and quick-drying properties, which is suitable for autumn and cold weather, and is easy to store.

Wool and polyester blend: It combines wool and polyester fibers to provide additional warmth and breathability. The wool component helps regulate humidity and keep the face dry.

You can also mix polyester with spandex to ensure quick-drying and wear-resistant properties while increasing elasticity. Mixing cotton with acrylic can improve warmth retention and durability while maintaining a certain degree of softness and breathability. The reasonable ratio of different materials can meet your diverse needs for neck gaiter performance.

Size of neck gaiter

There is usually no strict uniform standard for the size of neck gaiters. The length of standard adult models is generally around 40-55 cm. Shorter styles may be close to 40 cm, while longer ones can reach 55 cm or even longer. The length mainly affects the coverage. A longer neck gaiter can better wrap the neck, face and other parts, providing you with more comprehensive protection. The width is usually between 20-30 cm. Narrower styles are about 20 cm, and wider ones can reach 30 cm. Generally, they are around 25 cm. The width determines the comfort and coverage effect when wearing. A wider neck gaiter can be worn as a mask or hat.

Children’s neck gaiter is generally 35-45cm, and the height is generally 12-20cm. Adult enlarged neck gaiter is generally 55-65cm, and the height is generally 25-35, suitable for special needs or people with tall stature.

How to wear a neck gaiter

1. Wear as a neck gaiter: Put your neck gaiter directly on your neck and let it fall naturally on your chest or back. This method can protect your neck from direct sunlight, wind and cold, and it can also play a certain decorative role.

2. Wear as a mask: Pull your neck gaiter over your nose and mouth, cover your face, and only expose your eyes. It can be used to prevent dust, pollen, wind and sand, or keep your mouth and nose warm in cold weather. In outdoor sports such as cycling and running, it can also prevent cold air from directly entering your respiratory tract and reduce irritation to your respiratory tract.

3. Wear as a hat: Stretch your neck gaiter and cover your head, like wearing a hat, to protect your head and ears from the sun and cold. Some neck gaiters can also be adjusted by folding to form different styles of hats, such as fisherman hats, duckbill caps, etc., to increase fashion and practicality.

4. Wear as a headband: Wrap your neck gaiter around your forehead and tie your hair behind. It can not only fix your hair, but also serve as a decoration. It can also absorb sweat and keep your forehead dry. It is suitable for you to use during exercise or hot weather.

5. Wear as a temporary backpack strap pad: If your backpack strap is thin, it may make your shoulders uncomfortable for a long time. At this time, you can wrap the neck gaiter around the backpack strap as a pad to increase the contact area between the backpack strap and the shoulder, reduce pressure, and improve the comfort of carrying.

6.Hood: Just wear your neck gaiter on your neck, and then pull it up to your head until only the face is left.

7.Hair tie: You can directly tie your neck gaiter to your ponytail and use it as a hair tie.

8.Wristband: Wrap your neck gaiter directly around your wrist and use it as a wristband to wipe sweat.

How to choose a suitable neck gaiter, what should you consider when buying

There are many things you need to consider when choosing a neck gaiter, mainly the following factors, material, size, function, style, brand and quality, price, etc.

1. Material: You need to choose the material of your neck gaiter according to your needs and usage scenarios. If you are doing activities outdoors in hot weather, you should choose quick-drying and breathable materials such as our polyester fiber; in cold weather, you need to choose warm materials such as our wool or acrylic fiber; if your skin is sensitive, you can choose natural and soft materials such as cotton or bamboo fiber.

2. Size: Make sure the size of the neck gaiter you choose is suitable. If it is too loose, it may not provide you with good protection and fixation; if it is too tight, it will feel restrained and affect your comfort. So before buying, you’d better refer to the product’s size information and choose it based on your head circumference and neck circumference.

3. Function: If you need some other functions in addition to some basic functions. For UV protection, you need to choose materials with added sun protection, which is suitable for protecting the skin during outdoor activities; for antibacterial function, you need to choose some natural bamboo fiber or materials with these functions, waterproof function, etc., which are suitable for use in bad weather conditions.

4. Style: Use according to your preferences and your use place. If used for sports, simple and lightweight styles are more suitable; for daily matching or fashion occasions, you can choose neck gaiters with distinctive patterns, colors or designs, such as styles with popular elements or unique textures.

5. Brand and quality: Choose products from well-known brands, which are usually more guaranteed in terms of quality, workmanship and after-sales service. You can check the reviews and reputation of the product before purchasing, and understand the experience of other users to judge its quality.

Price: Choose according to your budget. The price of neck gaiter varies depending on factors such as brand, material, function, etc. Determine a reasonable budget range and choose cost-effective products while meeting your needs.

Neck gaiter vs balaclava

Neck gaiter is more suitable for daily use because it has a simple structure and only covers your neck. It is simple to use and will not have much impact on daily wear. You can wear it whether you are doing outdoor sports, participating in activities, daily leisure, or working. However, balaclava is different. It will cover your entire face and head, leaving only your eyes exposed. This is only suitable for use in special scenarios, such as outdoor cycling, hiking, mountaineering, skiing and other specific outdoor sports.

Choose a neck gaiter for you

We have more than 20 years of experience in neck gaiter production and have cooperated with more than 2,000 brands around the world. You can buy neck gaiters from us at factory direct prices, which can save you about 50% of the purchase cost. We have a variety of fabrics, styles, sizes, and production processes for you to choose from. Whether you use it for warmth, sun protection, waterproofing, decoration or some other special purposes, we can satisfy you.

Neck gaiter maintenance and cleaning steps

The maintenance and cleaning methods of neck gaiters of different materials are slightly different. The following are the steps in general:

Maintenance

Daily storage: When not in use, fold or roll the neck gaiter and place it in a dry, ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading and material aging.

Avoid sharp objects: Prevent the neck gaiter from being scratched by sharp objects, such as nails, zippers, etc., so as not to destroy its integrity.

Pay attention to the washing method: Choose the appropriate washing method according to the material, and avoid using strong detergents or bleach to avoid damaging the fabric.

Cleaning

1.Check the washing instructions: You need to check the washing label on the neck gaiter first, fully understand the material characteristics and washing requirements, and then follow the instructions.

2.Prepare warm water: Add an appropriate amount of warm water to the basin. The water temperature is generally controlled at around 30℃. Avoid using hot water to prevent shrinkage or damage to the material.

3.Add detergent: Pour a small amount of mild detergent, such as neutral laundry detergent or special sports clothing detergent, stir evenly, and make the detergent fully dissolved in the water.

4.Gentle washing: Put the neck gaiter in water and rub it gently, focusing on the stains. If it is a local stain, you can use a soft brush to gently scrub it, but pay attention to the strength to avoid brushing pilling or damaging the fabric. For some special materials, such as wool blended neck gaiters, you may need to wash it by hand, and do not rub it too much to avoid deformation.

5.Rinse it clean: Rinse the neck gaiter with clean water to ensure that the detergent residue is completely removed. When rinsing, you can gently squeeze it to help the water drain out, but do not over-wring it to avoid damaging the shape and elasticity of the neck gaiter.

6.Remove moisture: Lay the neck gaiter flat on a dry towel and let the towel absorb excess moisture, or you can gently press it with a dry towel to absorb most of the moisture.

7.Drying: Hang the neck gaiter in a well-ventilated place to dry naturally, avoiding exposure to the sun. If drying indoors, pay attention to keeping air circulation to speed up the drying 8.speed. For some materials that are easy to deform, such as neck gaiters containing spandex, try to keep their original shape when drying to avoid stretching.

If your neck gaiter is extremely dirty or has special stains, you may need to wash it more than once or use some special stain removal methods. But before using any special cleaners or treatments, it is best to test it on an inconspicuous part of the neck gaiter to ensure that it will not damage the material.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I clean my neck gaiter?

The specific cleaning frequency depends on how often you wear it. If you wear it every day, it is recommended that you wash it every two days to avoid odor after wearing it for too long. If you don’t wear it frequently, you only need to wash it and fold it for storage after each use.

What outdoor sports are suitable for neck gaiter?

If you don’t require your head to be completely covered, the neck will be suitable for your various outdoor activities. You can choose hiking, mountaineering, cycling, skiing, fishing, and marathon running according to different materials and functions.

What are the most commonly used sizes of neck gaiter?

The most common size of neck is 25cm*50cm, which is suitable for most sizes. Unless you have special requirements, the size of 25*50cm is generally enough for your daily use.

The difference between neck gaiter and neck warmer?

Although neck gaiter and neck warmer are both used for neck protection and warmth, neck gaiter usually refers to a thinner style, which is also easy and convenient to wear, while neck warmer is thicker and used for warmth in colder weather.