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Ce passe-montagne est destiné à vous protéger contre les climats les plus rudes. L’intérieur molletonné doux et la coquille résistante aux intempéries fournissent une protection optimale contre les éléments, tandis que le nez et l’orifice de respiration en filet sont amovibles, ce qui vous permet d’adapter votre couverture en fonction de vos besoins.

Poids moy. (g/once) : 3.0 / 86 L

Qualités

Ouvre-bouteille OR attenant
Pli d’aisance arrière
Cagoule amovible
Orifice de respiration en filet
Respirant
Confection à coutures plates
Modèle enveloppant

Technologie

WINDSTOPPER® Soft Shell offers all the wind protection and warmth of standard WINDSTOPPER® fleece with the addition of a durable stretch-woven exterior for improved resistance to snow, spray, and abrasion.
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Critiques

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4.9

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Warm (4)
Good protection (3)

Cons

Best Uses

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  75%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Gear Usage:
- Winter sports (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

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4/26/2011

5.0

Awesome Protection

By OR user

from Virginia Beach

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Pros

Breathable
Good Protection
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Snowboarding

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

This product held up very well under extreme weather conditions!

3/15/2011

5.0

Best head cover

By Tin

from Quebec city

About Me Advanced

Pros

Best service
Good Protection

Cons

Best Uses

Skiing and hiking

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

I used this cover for almost two years, i am bald head so it is very warm. I used it for skiing at - 25 C and still confortable.
I lost the nose cover and aks to buy a new one on the internet site of outdoor research THEY ANSWER BY SENDING ME A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. Want a nice way to take care of customer.

3/6/2011

4.0

Great Technical Piece

By Rob from New Brunswick, Canada

from New Brunswick, Canada

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Pros

Warm

Cons

Fear of loss

Best Uses

Backcountry

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

Love this Balaclava. I recently used it while leading an ice climbing/mountaineering trip into Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park, Maine. Warm and kept the wind off during one extremely windy cold day (couldn't summit so I set up some ice in the only, yet exposed spot). My only issue is I would be afraid of losing the handy removable face mask.

3/4/2011

5.0

Very Durable and Versatile.

By Arctic Biker

from Anchorage, AK

About Me Expert

Pros

Breathable
Dries Easily
Good Fit
Good Protection
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Cross Country
Windy Cold Weather

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

I've used this balaclava for three years with no trouble. I wear it from November through March, five days a week, three hours per day. It dries quickly, washes easily, and retains it's shape. The removable nose cover and chin protector is what makes this my "go to" mask while the others stay in the drawer.

12/15/2010

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Just Add Goggles

By Margo Talbot

from British Columbia, Canada

Pros

Great Fit
Removable Breathing Port

Cons

Best Uses

Altitude
Mountain Storms
Polar Travel

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

When you need full frontal facial protection, this is the mask for you. Once you don your goggles there is no place for the elements to enter. I have tried many different types of breathing portals, and although they all frost up to some degree I find this system to be the best. The breathing port is removable, allowing you to thaw it out/ warm it up inside your jacket if it starts to get too frosty. I have used this product at altitude and in the Polar regions, and I wouldn't return without it.

12/12/2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Perfect protection in extreme conditions

By David T Connolly

from Austin, TX

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Pros

Versatile
Warm
Wind proof

Cons

Best Uses

Mountaineering

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

I wore my Gorilla on a recent climb (Nov 20)of a Colorado 14er and the winds at the top were insane. The temps were in the mid twenties with wind gusts in excess of 50 MPH the windchill was intense. But with the Gorilla on I was very comfortable. As I entered the wind shadow area of an adjoining peak it was easy to remove the face cover for comfort. I love the Gorilla and would not even consider a winter climb without it.

12/10/2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Gorilla Balaclava

By Austin

from CT

Comments about WS Gorilla Balaclava�:

this is the best balaclava I have use, i wear glasses and goggles in the mountains; finding a full face mask i can wear without fogging them out is a rare thing, but the Gorilla Balaclava takes this challenge and excels at it. from the high alpine climate, to every day use in 0 degree weather while i work, this cover helps keep me going back day after day.

thank you OR

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Q:
will it work -65°F
Asked on 6/18/2012 by Anonymous
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- A:
  This is the warmest balaclava that we make but I can not guarantee that it will keep you warm at -65°F.
  Answered on 10/25/2012 by Customer Service from Outdoor Research
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Q:
i measure 23 inches exactly...do i go for a snug medium or a large?
Asked on 6/1/2011 by Roy7
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- A:
  I would recommend going with the size large. It will still provide the same warmth and protection but with more comfort.
  Answered on 6/9/2011 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA
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Q:
Can this Balaclava be washed in a washing machine? Is there any give/stretch to the fabric? My head measures 23.5 inches which is slightly larger than the large size. Any problem wearing glasses with these?
Asked on 1/20/2011 by Jim from Los Angeles, CA
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- A:
  You can most definitely wash the Gorilla Balaclava. There is very little to no stretch in this balaclava as the material is most similar to a soft shell jacket with the light fleece backing.
  Answered on 2/1/2011 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle
- A:
  I have a huge cranium and bought the large. The large is just that, 'Large', maybe even too large. I have washed mine and did not have any shrinkage, but I did not dry it in a dryer, I hung it to air dry. I assume the dryer is where any shrinkage would take place. In regards to glasses, I have used mine while wearing my glasses and did not have any issues, specifically no issues related to fogging of my lenses because the face mask deflects your breathe down.
  Answered on 3/6/2011 by Rob from New Brunswick from New Brunswick, Canada
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Q:
Would you recommend the Gorilla Balaclava or the Baffin for use while snowblowing?
Asked on 12/28/2010 by BT from Norwich, VT
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- A:
  Hey BT thanks for the question! It all comes down to personal preference. Both Balaclavas use a Gore Wind Stopper material. However the Gorilla has a Soft Shell outer, and the Baffin Balaclava uses a Technical Fleece. I personally would go for the Baffin, as it has less parts to get lost along the way.
  Answered on 12/29/2010 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle
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Q:
do this mask cover your eyes also and if so can some one see through it
Asked on 12/16/2010 by nettebird from maryland
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- A:
  Thanks for your question. The WS Gorilla Balaclava does not cover your eyes.
  Answered on 12/17/2010 by Outdoor Research CS
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Q:
Would this be good under a skit mask or is there another option with better visibility?
Asked on 12/11/2010 by idahospud from Minneapolis
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- A:
  Thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The WS Gorilla Balaclava has a good field of vision and should work fine for skiing as would most of our balaclavas. One of the simpler windproof designs like the Sonic Balaclava or the Helmetclava would also serve you well and save you a few bucks. I'd say the key reason that you'd need a technical balaclava like the Gorilla or the Baffin would be if you need to be able to eat, drink, or smoke while on the hill. Good luck with your decision.
  Answered on 12/23/2010 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle
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Q:
Is it possibble to purchase the removable nose-face protection separately? I own 2 of your balaclava's and would like to add this to them to make them more functional. Also is the fleece on this peice a lighter weight that works with a helmut?
Asked on 12/5/2010 by jhskigirl from Jackson Hole
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- A:
  Thanks for your question, I'm sorry to say that we do not sell the removable nose shields separately. However if you call Customer Service they might be able to locate a couple to send to you. The nose shield is the same fleece that we use for the balaclava's.
  Answered on 12/10/2010 by Outdoor Research CS