Whether you're fishing, hiking or out for a Sunday ride on the motorbike, a neck gaiter—or neck buff—is an essential piece of outdoor gear that keeps you protected from the sun.
We love the outdoors, but living it up outside comes with a tonne of UV, cold, chilly winds or pestering bugs.
Let’s break down why a neck gaiter is a must-have piece of equipment and is up for pretty much any outdoor adventure you can throw at it.
Why Wear a Neck Gaiter?
A neck gaiter is a must-have accessory to protect yourself from the harsh outside elements.
If you’re adventurous, you know the feeling of a sunburnt nose, chapped lips or getting a bug in the mouth while you’re out riding the bike.
A neck gaiter, neck buff, whatever you want to call it - they’re the best way to keep that beautiful face wrapped up from whatever Mother Nature can throw at you.
Better yet - there’s a thousand ways to wear it.
El Dingo neck gaiters are made from a lightweight, moisture-wicking spandex and have UPF 50+ are even designed with UV and wind protection protection or insect-repellent fabric, making them ideal for a wide range of activities.
1. Sun Protection and UV Defense
One of the most popular reasons for wearing a neck gaiter is to shield yourself from harmful UV rays.
El Dingo neck gaiters are UPF rating of 50+. Helping to fortify your sun protection regime and providing added coverage to areas like your neck, face, and ears, which are often neglected.
For motorcyclists, a neck gaiter helps block the sun’s rays while riding, preventing sunburn and protecting you from wind and dust.
2. Hiking Isn’t hiking without a Gaiter
If you love life out on the trail, you’ll know that sunburn is a major contributor to dehydration and even altitude sickness if you’re high enough.
Pack the neck buff and you’ll be loving life with sun protection during the harshest midday sun and coldest whips of wind in the midnight cold of a summiting day.
3. Bug Protection for Camping and Hiking
Neck gaiters are also great for keeping bugs at bay and your attention on the fish.
Whether you're dropping a line, hiking or setting up camp in the woods a gaiter can serve as an extra barrier against insects.
The lightweight fabric helps keep mosquitos, flies, and other bugs off your neck and face, allowing you to focus on enjoying the outdoors without the distraction of swatting pests.
4. Neck Gaiters Have a Versatility Across Activities
A neck gaiter is perfect for a wide range of activities, providing flexibility no matter where your adventures take you:
- Hiking & Camping: Wear it as a face mask to shield against dust or to protect your skin from sunburn during long treks.
- Fishing: Protect your neck from sunburns while keeping bugs away as you wait for your catch.
- Skiing & Snowboarding: Keep your face warm and protected from the cold winds on the slopes.
- Motorcycling: Protect your face and neck from the harsh sun, wind and bugs while cruising down the highway.
- Cycling: Don’t want to eat dust, dirt and bugs while you’re tackling some kms on the bike? Get an El Dingo neck gaiter which is made from lightweight, breathable and moisture-wicking spandex.
El Dingo Neck Gaiters are a Must-Have for Any Adventure
From hiking to, camping, motorcycling fishing - any bloody thing outdoors, a neck gaiter is a versatile and completely essential piece of outdoor gear. It provides sun protection, shields you from cold winds, blocks out the bugs and keeps you comfortable in a variety of weather conditions.
Add an El Dingo neck gaiter to your gear list and enjoy all the benefits of UPF 50+ protection from a lightweight, moisture-wicking spandex material for anything outdoors you can throw at it.