My neck is COLD

[jsb223]

Originally Posted by timdog

I just cut the top out of a stocking cap and slide it down over my head. Cheap and easy.

+1

Works for me in Central Texas down to 20F...

[Fredfredburger]

Originally Posted by markjenn

Buffs work well.

http://www.buffwear.com/

- Mark

This is a great solution. I use mine when commuting all winter here in Southeast Virginia. Good to go in winter temps for my 30 minute commute to/from work. They have Buffs that are designed for colder temps as well though I just use the regular microfiber ones. They also have UV protection ones for summer (to keep the solar panel on my head from burning ). It is a very versatile piece of gear.

[mike]

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1...0101&tier2=103

[Watson]

Originally Posted by Dak Kovar

I've used a shemagh wrapped around my neck and tucked up under the helmet to keep cold air out in the winter. May be overkill for where you are. The material is both warm and good at keeping the wind out. You can get them in almost any style and color on the internet.

http://www.brigadeqm.com/store/qsear...?query=shemagh

M2C,
DK

did you wag yer tongue, go "la-la-la-la-la" real loud, and shoot an AK-47 into the air?

[Hab Sauz]

I have the Aerostich wind triangle but found it to be too bulky and would untuck from my jacket collar sending in cold air.

If you can find one, the Halvarsson's Neck Warmer is great.

[dfeckel]

Super cheap bastid solution: Hooded sweatshirt on backwards, hood bunched up under your chin. Works incredibly well.

[xcgates]

I found a sub $5 fleece neck gaiter from Walmart, works well enough for me.

[Buzztail]

Originally Posted by dfeckel

Super cheap bastid solution: Hooded sweatshirt on backwards, hood bunched up under your chin. Works incredibly well.

Been that route already. I'm looking for something purpose built now. Good ideas so far.

[Don Coyote]

I find a baklava under the helmet to work well in that climate. Wedging the filo in around the edges blocks the wind while the syrup and honey around the neck is wind and moisture resistant.

[krehmkej]

Today I picked up a Turtle Fur "Shellaclava" in a local sporting goods store. This balaclava has a thin top part that fits easily under my helmet and a doubly thick fleece neck warmer part. $15. their website is a mess. Impossible to really see what any of their products are, and I would never have purchased it had I not actually seen it.

[WhistlingFool]

Head socks... while balaclava is a great word.. man, what a pain to say and type!!!

I wear one of the std variety year round anyway, mostly to keep my head funk from becoming helmet funk as fast as it might, but as time winds on I have also found that I can;t ride without it, without feeling like I haven;t got my seat belt on in a car. I can;t count how many times I have been saved worse trauma by the neck portion catching the initial blows of a "what ever the fuck just smacked me". I feel it helps the cooling effort in the summer by promoting a bit more air flow. I also soak it down for additional evaporative effective when hot.. ( in FL I found it best to maintain 70 mph to maintain this effect in the higher humidity.

In the winter I have this Dickie made from fleece that was made to fit inside a Triumph jacket. The outside has Velcro strips for attaching to the jacket it was designed for... I've looked but never seen them in the Triumph clothing catalog. It drapes onto the chest and back area as well as over the shoulder a bit. The collar comes up under the chin and Velcros around the neck. It does a superb job of keeping my neck protected, but it can be hard to get it sealed just right. Wind stop material could make a huge difference here. The chamois creates a nice air barrier, but the fit makes it hard to get it right.

[Spankye]

I've used one of these OR balaclava's for 2 years now. 22 degrees this morning on the interstate at 70mph, warm as toast...

http://www.outdoorresearch.com/site/...balaclava.html

[thetourist]

I use a silk scarf for cold or hot weather. It's soft and flexible and you can make it as snugg or loose as you want. I find it good down into the 30's. If run into moisture or very cold area I'll add a second scarf.

Tied loosely it is cool enough to use in summer. No more windburn, a lot of Irish in my heritage.

An added benefit is if I cover my mouth a little I quite getting chapped lips.

[YZman]

Originally Posted by divedeep

I saw a lot of others recommend the wind triangle so I purchased one for my recent trip to AK. Kept me warm AND dry - recommended.

http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/...e-p-16736.html

Thats what I have been using and it works great. Some ADVer sent it to me for free (thanks dude) I have been using the hell outta it ever since.

[NJ Moto]

I use Schampa’s Tall Neck dickie. The tall neck practically seals my helmet.

http://www.schampa.com/default.asp

They have a bunch of different styles, good stuff.