Pactimo Neck Gaiter

Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?

Clever stuff and it works in terms of placement. 95% polyester and the remainder made from Spandex make for a stretchy feel. Available in black with fluro logos create a striking look. The neck gaiter is long enough to tuck into a jersey or jacket to ensure there aren't any gaps for any chill to creep through. Again the neck gaiter is longer at the back where you need the protection and are less able to adjust the position.

The seam on the front facial section is reasonably taut, ensuring the gaiter stays in place without feeling tight. Pactimo have used their proprietary Transfer -C fabric which is woven with carbon and is designed to promote the efficient transfer of moisture away from the skin so you don't feel sweaty.

Despite the relatively low price the Pactimo Neck Gaiter is well made. The seams are robust without felling intrusive the only concern with the material used, mainly polyester, it can show some signs of wear and tear if repeatedly rubbed. There are the odd sign on the base where it has been tucked inside jackets.

Where it is exposed to the elements, the Neck Gaiter does offer protection although the polyester/spandex mix of materials can feel sweaty if you're breathing too heavily.

Pactimo have ensured the Neck Gaiter does not feel heavy when first put on or even when it is damp with moisture.

Initial impressions are good when you wear the Neck Gaiter but it can struggle to dispense sweat if you're working particularly hard and this can then feel wet, cold or clammy on the skin which doesn't fare so well.

At £15 you are not at the sharp end of the pricing bracket for a neck gaiter or buff type garment. The anatomical fit is different but works as does the elastic seam to assist in keeping it all in place.

Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose

The neck gaiter does a job and does it well when it is cold or you are facing a stiff breeze. If the conditions are more moist then the it can struggle to dispel the moisture quickly enough and it just becomes a damp cloth on your face.

Tell us what you particularly liked about the product

The anatomical shape does work well and is an interesting touch. Rather than dealing with the standard tube shape of most buffs the Pactimo offering is shaped to fit and it does this pretty well.

Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product

The neck gaiter does struggle to handle too much moisture without feeling soggy. When you've donned a neck warmer to serve as an extra barrier to keeping out the cold the last thing you need is said barrier adding to the discomfort.

Anything further to say about the product in conclusion?

Whilst good value at £15 there are some concerns as to the suitability of the Pactimo Neck Gaiter in all but the coldest conditions. Durability may become an issue as the neck gaiter consists of predominantly polyester so it can be susceptible to signs of wear relatively quickly if it is rubbing which can happen when it is tucked inside your jacket/top.

Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?

What you're after is not something that feels like it's suffocating you but will be strong enough to stay in place. The neck gaiter from Pactimo is unusual in that it is anatomically cut to fit better. Rather than your standard tube shape the Pactimo version has a slightly lower front so you can still pull the neck gaiter up to your ears but it won't be so high over your mouth. It does a reasonable job of keeping out the chill.

As mentioned above, if it is constantly rubbed it can show some signs of fatigue where the material does wear.