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Description
Moisture wicking balaclava for cold weather with anti-microbial fibres, breathable fabric, and an extended neck cuff
The Baffin High Wick Balaclava is the head piece of Baffin's Polar Proven® layering system, made for moderate-to-high-activity cold weather. The form-fitting fabric stretches and breathes during snowshoeing, ice fishing, hunting, or powersports, with anti-microbial high-wick fibers that pull sweat away from your skin and an extended neck cuff that closes the gap between your hood and the jacket collar above it.
Key Features of Baffin High Wick Balaclava
- Form-fitting stretch fabric that moves with you during active wear, designed for moderate-to-high activity in cold weather
- Anti-microbial winter balaclava fibres pull sweat off your skin and let it evaporate, so the inside of the balaclava stays dry during heavy activity and resists odor build-up
- Balaclava with extended neck cuff overlaps your jacket collar to close gaps where cold air gets in
- Breathable fabric regulates body temperature, less overheating during uphill snowshoeing or ice fishing setup
- Polar Proven® field-tested by Baffin in real Arctic conditions, not just a cold chamber
- Thin enough to wear under a helmet or hard hat, with less bulk than knit or fleece options
- Designed as the head piece of Baffin's head-to-toe layering system, useful alongside Baffin boots and outerwear
Baffin Technology Inside the High Wick Balaclava
- Polar Proven®: Baffin's Arctic field-testing program. Gear earns this label after being worn and tested on real polar expeditions
- Anti-microbial high-wick fibres: technical fabric treatment that pulls moisture from your skin and resists bacterial growth from sweat
- Form-fitting fabric: stretch material that hugs the face without bunching, so the balaclava fits under helmets and hoods cleanly
- Extended neck cuff: longer-than-standard fabric at the bottom that overlaps with parka and jacket collars to eliminate the gap where cold air enters
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Baffin |
| Model | High Wick Balaclava |
| SKU | HEAD-U007-BK1 |
| Color | Black |
| Size | One size (unisex) |
| Weight | 0.49 lbs (about 220 grams) |
| Fabric | Form-fitting stretch fabric with anti-microbial high-wick fibres |
| Design Feature | Extended neck cuff for layering with parka collars |
| Testing | Polar Proven® Arctic field-tested |
Common Applications
- Snowshoeing on packed and powder trails
- Ice fishing balaclava Canada anglers wear in huts and during active drilling on the ice
- Hunting and fishing in cold weather
- Powersports: snowmobiling, snowboarding, ski touring
- Winter hiking and trail running
- Backcountry leisure in cold climates
- High activity ski balaclava use under helmets
Caring for Your Baffin High Wick Balaclava
- Hand wash in warm water only. Hot water breaks down the anti-microbial finish and the stretch
- No bleach, no tumble dry, no iron, no dry cleaning
- Use mild detergent only; fabric softener coats the fibres and kills the wicking
- Air dry flat or hung, away from direct heat. Wash after several wears, not every wear
Order Your Baffin High Wick Balaclava from Cleanflow
Cleanflow is an authorized Baffin supplier shipping the Baffin High Wick Balaclava across Canada and the continental USA, with free shipping on eligible orders over $199. Baffin has produced cold-weather gear in Canada since 1979 and is owned by Canada Goose Holdings. This item is currently sold as a Special Order, ships direct from Baffin when restocked, and is NOT eligible for return or exchange. Use the notify-me button on the product page to get an alert when available.
Browse the full Baffin collection at Cleanflow for matching boots and cold-weather gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Baffin High Wick Balaclava more expensive than other balaclavas?
Baffin sits at the technical end of the balaclava category. The fabric is moisture-wicking and anti-microbial, the cut includes an extended neck cuff for layering with parkas, and the gear has been tested under Baffin's Polar Proven® program in Arctic conditions. Lower-priced knit or fleece balaclavas keep heat in but do not pull sweat out during active wear.
What does "high wick" actually mean?
Wicking is the way technical fabrics pull moisture from your skin to the outer surface of the fabric, where it can evaporate. A high-wick fabric moves sweat fast enough that you do not feel damp during active wear. This matters for snowshoeing, ice fishing, or powersports where heavy activity in cold air produces sweat that would otherwise freeze against your skin.
What is Polar Proven® testing?
Polar Proven® is Baffin's testing program for cold-weather gear, where prototypes are worn and field-tested in real Arctic conditions before going to market. Most outdoor brands lab-test in cold chambers; Baffin field-tests on actual polar expeditions. The label appears on the gear that passes those tests.
Will it fit under a helmet or hard hat?
Yes, the form-fitting fabric is thin enough to wear under a ski or snowmobile helmet, snowboard helmet, or hard hat. The cut is closer to the face than a knit or fleece balaclava, so there is less bulk around the ears and forehead. Worth trying once before committing to a full day of use.
How warm is the Baffin High Wick Balaclava?
Warm during active wear, not the warmest option for standing still. The fabric is thin technical material designed to move sweat off your skin while keeping you protected from wind and cold air, not heavy insulation. Pairs well under a hood or helmet during snowshoeing, ice fishing, or powersports. For low-activity cold (waiting in a duck blind, watching kids on a hill), a thicker fleece or knit balaclava will feel warmer.
What activities is this moisture wicking balaclava for cold weather best for?
Baffin lists snowshoeing, hunting and fishing, ice fishing, powersports, leisure, and hiking as the recommended activities. The high-wick fabric is made for moderate-to-high activity in cold weather rather than passive standing-around use. For low-activity warmth (waiting in a duck blind, ice fishing without much). movement), a fleece or knit balaclava may feel warmer.
How do I wash and care for it?
Per Baffin's care label: warm-water hand wash only, no bleach, no tumble dry, no iron, no dry cleaning, air dry naturally. The hand-wash requirement protects the anti-microbial treatment and elastic stretch in the fabric. Machine washing or hot drying will shorten the useful life of the balaclava.
❌ Currently unavailable. Please contact us to check potential availability.
Special Order items often ship direct from the manufacturer, and are not eligible for return or exchange. For more details, please contact us by phone 204-888-8469 or email [email protected]
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