

🧢 Ride smarter, stay cooler, and never compromise on comfort.
The Alpinestars Men's Open Face Balaclava combines heavyweight, moisture-wicking fabric with an ergonomic open face design and flat lock seams to deliver all-season comfort. Its strategic chin panel and extended neck length provide enhanced fit and protection, making it a top choice for riders seeking superior helmet comfort and ventilation.

| ASIN | B0FWQ6RCC2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,327 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #20 in Powersports Balaclavas |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (911) |
| Date First Available | October 17, 2025 |
| Department | mens |
| Item model number | 475817 |
| Manufacturer | Alpinestars - US Cycling |
S**W
It Really Does Increase Helmet Comfort
Last year I started wearing full-face helmets again while on my motorcycle and having a lightweight, wick-away balaclava in between my head and the helmet's interior makes for a much more comfortable ride. It also makes putting the helmet on much easier as my ears don't get folded down or put into an uncomfortable spot, and adjusting the helmet is easier overall. This balaclava does feel initially as if it will be too tight but it stretches nicely and is very comfortable all day, and it feels as though the helmet's ventilation works better, allowing the rider to feel the cooling airflow through the helmet. I wear an HJC RPHA 70 ST and even on the hottest days it stays cool inside with the help of this balaclava. Another major advantage? The helmet interior seems far less likely to start to stink. Even after numerous all-day rides, the helmet still smells like new inside. That said, I do have to include the part about how these balaclavas stank when I opened the plastic bags into which they were packaged. My living room smelled as though a large quantity of fuel oil had been spilled. The smell was so strong it induced a headache and I felt nauseated. I had to hang both balaclavas outside for three days just to get the smell at a point where I felt I could run the balaclavas through the wash. I was concerned that if I had put them through the wash immediately they would have made everything else in the washer stink, too. With hope it was just fluke with my order but who knows? Other than that, I do recommend this balaclava for rides in warmer temps as it should make the ride more comfortable and enjoyable.
A**R
Best baklava out there!
I’ve had a couple of these now and this one is by far superb, works very well. Protects your helmet from getting stinky, the material is the perfect thickness. It’s warm when you need it to be and also very breathable for the warmer days. It’s a little on the pricey side but worth it in my opinion.
J**S
Feels great and does its job great
The balaclava fits great, might feel a little tighter in the beginning but it will stretch a little. It covers the neck too so it helps to avoid with zipper of leather rash. I really like the open face design as it allows you to breathe freely. The opening is large enough to cover all the head except your face, not impeding visibility at all, but not so large that it would move back into the helmet and down the back of the neck. It stays in place. It is made with a blend of natural and synthetic fibers, it feels good and doesn't make you hot. If you want to use it for the winter you should probably look at a different one, as this one is not warming. It is great value for the money. I am definitely getting another one or two.
J**N
Quality and comfort
Good quality Comfortable You can't go wrong with alpinestars If I had to buy another I would I have some what of a big head My helmet is a XXL and this face mask fits perfectly It does have to stretch to it But still comfortable. I hope this review helped! Ride safe out there
B**H
neck way too tight
The neck on this was a stranglehold. I had to send it back.
B**Y
Works well, smells weird but it goes away
I like this because its not too thick causing fitment issues with helmet and I like how it doesn't cover my nose or mouth its also tight fitting which is good because it doesn't move when i slip a tight helmet over it, the bag it comes in has a bad smell I recommend washing it before wearing it that's why I only gave it 5 stars.
C**S
Added Comfort
Totally what I needed. Makes it easier on my ears taking the helmet on and off. I was an also surprised it did to make me hot.
P**E
Fantastic even in hot weather.
I love this thing. We have constant construction around Houston so every time the wind blows you get sand blasted by dust/debris. This thing is not only great for saving my neck from debris but also sunburn. It was 98 degrees yesterday on the way home with a heat index around 105 and I can't say that this made it any more miserable. One of the main reasons I bought a balaclava was to help fill some of the gaps in my helmet. I have an oddly shaped head and Arai no longer sells the one lid that ever fit me properly. My new Shoie GT Air is a great helmet but isn't a great fit. This balaclava is just thick enough to resolve my fit issues and relieve some hot spots without adding unnecessary bulk/heat. It should be noted that this is not wind/water proof but it still reduces wind noise slightly over no balaclava. I'm extremely please and will be looking for a similar Alpinestars winter balaclava when my current one bites the dust.
R**R
Muy buen producto muy cómodo se ajusta firmemente no da mucha calor ,muy suave y perfecto para trayectos en moto por ciudad cortos
J**C
Agréable à porter, belle finition : satisfait de cet achat
A**N
ürün sağlam şekilde elime ulaştı kalın bir ürün beklemeyin yaz için ideal terinizi alabilir çabuk kuruyor fiyat performans açısından yeterli
F**O
Le tela es de buena calidad
F**O
Soddisfatto,materiale leggero e traspirante,dopo averlo usato e lavato varie volte tiene bene
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