Neck gaiters – also known as buff or neck warmers – are essential for outdoor activities, be it winter or summer.
In this article, I’ll introduce you to the BEST neck gaiters in 2022.
Durable, strong, and comfortable, each neck gaiter below is soft, affordable, and stylish.
From high-performance, moisture-wicking fabrics, each neck gaiter in this article has improved breathability and stretch – compared to cotton and linen neck gaiters.
Without delay, time to discover the top 10 neck gaiters for summer, winter, skiing, and biking, you can buy in 2022.
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Columbia Trail Shaker Gaiter
Best Neck Gaiter For Cold Weather
from $16
EDITOR’S NOTE
“After testing many neck gaiters, I can tell you that for cold weather protection, there’s nothing better than Columbia.”
The Columbia Trail Shaker Gaiter neck gaiter is made of soft and lightweight fleece.
The neck gaiter is designed to seal out wind, cold, and snow thanks to its Omni-Heat thermal reflective lining.
Stylish, comfortable, and functional Columbia neck gaiters are great to have.
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Mission Cooling Face and Neck Gaiter
Best Cooling Neck Gaiter
from $12
EDITOR’S NOTE
“Great design protects you from dust, debris, and wind; once this neck gaiter is activated with water, it cools to 30 degrees below average body temperature in under 30 seconds!”
Mission Cooling Neck Gaiter – as the name suggests – is designed to keep you cool during intense outdoor activities.
The cooling can be activated in 3 easy 3 steps:
- Wet it,
- Wring it out
- Snap it
To reactivate, just re-wet and snap, and it will stay cool for another 2 hours or so.
Also, the Mission’s neck gaiter has a UPF 50 coating that can block up to 98% of UV rays as an extra layer of protection while outdoors.
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Into The AM Seamless Mask Bandanas
Best Seamless Bandanas
from $5.99
EDITOR’S NOTE
“The fabric of this face covering is super stretchable, and it is even more convenient to wear with its seamless style.”
The face mask bandanas feature a lightweight and breathable 4-way stretch fabric that fits men, women, and kids.
At the ends of the mask, the raw edges optimize stretch, further maximizing comfort and enabling additional breathability.
You can fold it to create two layers for added protection and a more snug fit.
I like this neck gaiter as it has over 12 ways to wear it; face mask, face cover, neck gaiter, gator mask, headband, wristband, scarf face mask, balaclava, face covering, seamless mask, fishing mask, dust mask, bandana, mouth cover, and more.
Moreover, the cloth face mask’s moisture-wicking fabric transfers sweat away from your body, cooling you down.
Finally, the quick-dry fabric technology lets your mask bandana dry in minutes.
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SKL Neck Gaiter Face Mask
Best Multifunctional Neck Gaiter
from $6.99
EDITOR’S NOTE
“I like SKL’s neck gaiter for its fit and comfortable design; in particular, the ear loop feature makes it easier to wear on and off.”
This is not just a neck gaiter but a highly multifunctional product.
It can be used as a face cover, scarf, sun protection mask, breathable face cover, cooling covering, ice protection mask, headwear, a scarf for outdoor activities, and finally, a neck gaiter for fishing, hiking, running, cycling, and so on.
SKL’s neck gaiter is made of a material that retains moisture while keeping you cool in the sun, known to hold up to repeated washes.
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Jjyee Neck Gaiter Balaclava Bandana Headwear
Best Light Neck Gaiter
from $6.99
EDITOR’S NOTE
“The hybrid design gives you all the shielding you need to stay safe and protected from wind or sun.”
The material keeps the mask in place on your neck, forehead, and nose, and also, the openings for ears help a lot to keep it in place.
Speaking of material, this neck gaiter is made from 100% Soft Ice Silk, renowned for being light and soft.
Moreover, silk is great in the heat of the summer, as its moisture-wicking capabilities keep you cool while working out.
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Skinz Bamboo Neck Gaiter
Best Neck Gaiter For Hot Weather
from $28.95
EDITOR’S NOTE
“An excellent eco-friendly neck gaiter that’ll keep you covered and protected in style, thanks to the brand’s original designs.”
This cooling bandana/face mask offers full-coverage protection for women, men, and kids against UV, dust, sand, and wind.
Made from lightweight bamboo fabric, this sustainable neck gaiter is designed to be worn for a long period of time.
Since the material is thin, when used as a face covering, you will want to fold it into a double layer.
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Skinz Bamboo Neck Gaiter
Best Stylish Neck Gaiter
from $19
EDITOR’S NOTE
“An excellent eco-friendly neck gaiter that’ll keep you covered and protected in style, thanks to the brand’s original designs.”
This face wrap is semi-fitted so that even when you are on the go, it stays on.
From all neck gaiters tested by us, this is the best match for hiking clothes.
The Buff comes in different prints and colors than most gaiters, and it can be transformed into 12+ styles to protect from various outdoor elements.
You can wear it as a neck gaiter, face mask, headband, helmet liner, hood, headwrap, bandana, and much more!
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Smart Wool Merino 250 Neck Gaiter
Best Wool Neck Gaiter
from $26
EDITOR’S NOTE
“To shield your face from cold weather and as a neck warmer, it has two layers of lightweight merino wool to support while also wicking away moisture.”
Made via chemical-free fabric technology, Merino 250 is machine washable and reusable.
This is a great neck gaiter designed to protect vulnerable areas such as the back of your neck.
It does that thanks to its UPF 50 blocking technology that keeps up to 98% of UV rays away from your skin.
The gaiter also protects you from dust, debris, and wind when used as a face mask or hood.
Moreover, this gaiter is a great fit for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.
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The North Face Dipsea Cover It 2.0
Best Versatile Neck Gaiter
from $15
EDITOR’S NOTE
“The North Face’s stretch cotton gaiter is perfect for carrying on long walks or to the park if you are looking for something that seems less sporty and a little life that is more real.”
This soft and breathable face mask is made from a thin microfiber polyester fabric that allows this mask to be worn comfortably for hours.
This is the perfect protection accessory, suitable for music festivals, fishing, riding, hiking, biking, motorcycling, snowboarding, skiing, camping, running, paintball, and traveling.
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Arc’teryx Rho LTW Neck Gaiter
Best Designer Neck Gaiter
from $40
EDITOR’S NOTE
“The three terms I would use to characterize the Arc’teryx Rho LTW Neck Gaiter are: comfortable, warm, and relaxing.”
Maybe not as luxurious as a Chanel face mask, this designer gaiter is excellent for winter sports.
Made from a lightweight wool/elastane combo, this neck gaiter is excellent at keeping the snow out of your face while letting the healthy sun rays in.
I love this merino wool/spandex neck gaiter as it prevents my face from heating up and sweating while keeping me safe from snow and winds.
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