Windy ! How do you protect your head ?!

[P-Dub]

Here's one just for fun.

(nothing there...)

[Rouskof]

I see the problem...it looks like you're in a TENT.

Quick fix if you are already out there, is to use a stuff sack over your head. If it doesn't fit, fold it to fit under your beanie.

Me, I use the hood from my wind shirt, which I have with me on all my hikes, summer and winter. A very versatile piece of gear.

Hehe, it's a Tentsile, don't worry.



I thought about a detachable hood like that too. It should be of good help, but still weights 70 grams and doesn't really cover the chin.

You can also get neoprene beanies....canyoners & surfers use them.
Windproof, warm & light.

https://www.google.com.au/search?q=n...iw=768&bih=843

The ones I tried enclose your skull in a strong elastic fabric. I don't find them comfortable. Maybe I should try an XL size...

I use a beanie in the shape of an Andes cap, with a drawstring.
Lighter weight one like this from OR.
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The other one is thick like a pulled loop rug. Very warm, very comfortable, and it stays in place with the drawstring.

Can you pull this on your eyes and chin too?

If the problem is wind, then you need something to block the wind. Most cotton is pretty open weave so wind will get through. Denim is often close weave so less wind will get through as you noticed. Fabric like Capilene is designed to wick moisture away from your body cooling it down. You don't want cooling.

Down works pretty well because it places an air barrier between you and the wind (but not the part that's being crushed by your head when laying down). The best in my opinion is something like a balaclava or beanie made of windstopper material however it may be too warm for you in moderate temperatures.

Thanks for the analysis. I am looking for such a balaclava indeed. Do you know who could sell it?

[alt.thomas]

Came to this situation recently while hanging on a ridge. Constant, bitterly cold winds.

I brought a rain jacket and hung it along the ridgeline of the hammock. It did a fine job protecting both sides of my face from the winds.

[infrastellar]

I have balaclava made of windproof material and very light. You just need to choose one aimed for mountaineering not motorcycle helmet use made of cotton.

I need it for my mountain treks anyway... so that i not additional item for me.

[curlymaple42]

I found wearing a light merino buff around my neck in addition to a light/midweight cap really does the job. The slightest breeze around my neck just chills my entire body. As for the hat, I pretty much wear one anytime below 45° even if I don't really feel it to be necessary when starting the night.

Even in the winter, I welcome a little breeze into my tarp to keep things drier and more comfortable overall.

I'm totally the same concerning my neck! Never an issue in my hammock really and I wear a fleece hat to warm my head. But when I'm hunting or ice fishing if my neck is exposed, I freeze!!

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[snwcmpr]

Outdoor Research Gorilla Balaclava.
https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/e.../2436150001007

[hang-loose]

Windproof hats for under a bike helmet are lightweight and do the job

[Rouskof]

Outdoor Research Gorilla Balaclava.
https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/e.../2436150001007

Windproof hats for under a bike helmet are lightweight and do the job

Thanks

[nateprentice]

I use a shemagh scarf, and wrap it around my head. The cotton keeps the heat in, similar to your jeans. A balaclava also works, or a winter hat.

I never camp without my shemagh, it serves so many purposes.

+1 on the shemagh. I even wear it to and from work.




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[nateprentice]

Came to this situation recently while hanging on a ridge. Constant, bitterly cold winds.

I brought a rain jacket and hung it along the ridgeline of the hammock. It did a fine job protecting both sides of my face from the winds.

Probably the best answer, but it restricts the view. What about condensation?


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