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Product: Original Buff Adult Neckwear Description: From buffwear.com: “The Original and still the best – so uniquely versatile it can be worn in up to 13 different ways for protection, comfort and FUN! Now available in solid, patterned, yarn dyed stripes and Chic designs. Original Buff® is available in adult, children and baby sizes.” Megan’s: Tube of stretchy, moisture wicking, no odor, quick drying fabric with no seams. Is very versatile and useful as neck gator, facemask, headband, hairband, and eye mask. Can be used in warm and cold conditions, keeps you warm and blocks cold, wind, and sun. Technical Features:
Uses: I bought my Buff over a year ago so I have been able to use it in all seasons, seeing how versatile it is. Originally, I bought it to use in the winter as a neck gator/face cover since with my job at that time I was outside a majority of the day and didn’t want to deal with a scarf that always gets loose and falls down, or to have to worry about the tails of the scarf getting caught in things. I've also had a chance to use it in the warmer months and it has held up to my expectations. Neck Gator & Face Cover I really like my Buff as a neck gator and face cover. Since it is stretchy, it stays put and keeps me covered in cold weather, I don’t have to keep adjusting it like I usually do a scarf. It also fits right next to your skin so the cold air can’t find its way in. The moisture wicking material is very nice to keep you dry and comfortable. When it’s very cold (negative temperatures) or windy, I like to use my Buff as a base layer and then use a scarf over it to help keep more warmth in. When it’s that cold, the Buff doesn’t quite cut it when you’re outside for extended amounts of time. By using the Buff as a base later, I still can utilize the moisture wicking qualities, and it stays up and close to my skin to keep out the cold, even when the scarf starts getting loose. They do also sell lined Buffs where you wouldn’t need to add a scarf, even in colder weather. Even when I don’t need the Buff up over my face, I usually still have it around my neck in winter to keep the cool air off my neck, and then it’s handy to pull up and use as a face cover if the wind picks up. Headband When it’s warm enough to not need a hat, but your ears still get cold, I use my Buff as a headband. It’s also stretchy enough that I can wear it over a baseball cap so you have protection from the sun or rain, but can also keep your ears warm. Hairband Even when my hair is up in a pony or in a braid, I still have those little fly-away hairs on the loose. They usually don’t bother me unless it is windy and they’re in my face. That is when the Buff comes in handy. I fold it in half, slide it on my head, and bunch it up – wah-la, no more hair in my face. Bandana I like to bike, but once the weather gets cooler, my ears get achy from the cool air, (a lovely hereditary thing). To remedy this, I wear my Buff like the hairband but instead of bunching it up, I pull the loose end so it is covering my head like a bandana. This way I can wear it under my helmet since it is thin, and then pull it down over my ears and it works perfectly to block the wind. Eye Mask Usually I don’t need an eye mask for sleeping, but sometimes when you’re camping you have to get to bed early for something the next morning and it can be hard to sleep when it’s still so light out. Surprisingly the Buff works quite well to block the light and is comfortable enough to sleep in. Testimonial: As you can see, the Buff is very versatile and useful in many ways. You can probably tell that I love my Buff and use it anytime I can – which is just about daily in cooler weather. If you’re a person that spends time outdoors, you’ll be sure to find a way (or multiple ways) to use your Buff and you’ll wonder what you did before you had one. Buffs come in many different colors and designs along with different styles and features (UV protection, insect shield). You’ll be sure to find one to fit your needs. They’re small and light weight – easy to stuff in your pocket or backpack so you’ll always have one with, if you aren’t already wearing it! Where to Get One: There are many retailers that carry Buffs. I have seen them at various outdoors stores, including big box stores like Cabela’s and Scheels. You can purchase them online from www.buffwear.com, www.buffusa.com, Amazon, and other various sites. Price: Original Buff $18.00-22.00
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