Outdoor Research

GORE-TEX Infinium Ear Band

It's Noisy

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

large

Weight:

185

Makes odd loud "stretching" sounds when I move my head even slightly up or down, and it really bugs me. Quality otherwise is ok; not bad, not great.

Good, not great for my need

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

n/a

I like the warmth of the ear band, but it's not ideal for cycling. My previous ear band was wind resistant, and this is not. Also, I'm not a big fan of one size fits all with a Velcro adjustment. If you don't mind this, and don't care about wind resistance then it's a very good product.

This is great warm and easy to pack

I did read about the sizing so went a size higher, but honestly found no issue in the fit. It's low profile, warm, fits easy in a pocket and would work under a helmet. It is adjustable and while velcro can be bad for hair pulling, no issues thus far in that area.

runs small and does not fit well

I was hoping that this would perform like all of the other OR Products that I have purchased over the years, but it is a poor design and not well made. The velcro in the back gets stuck in my hair, and the M size was way too small to not have it on the very end of the velcro to fit on my head. The edges of the band curl in and cause the band to bunch up around my ears. It is not comfortable. I don't know how it works in the wind since it is too uncomfortable to wear. I will be returning it.

Great earband

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My favorite wind stopping headband. Runs small. I usually wear small, but need medium or large in these earbands.

Perfect for winter in Alaska

As someone who lives in Alaska and hates hats, this ear band is the perfect solution. The Velcro in the back allows me to adjust to fit loosely but securely on my head. The shape perfectly cuffs your ears and keeps them warm. I wear mine every day in the winter, down to -30. I actually lost the first one I bought, and I replaced it with two more so I will never go without. Of note- SIZE UP! I don't like my headbands to squeeze my head, and I bought a large and it is still on the furthest end of the Velcro. It is still secure, but I am a woman without a large head and the largest size was perfect for a loose but secure fit.

L size still too small

Large size still tight on my size 8 head. I can use it by offsetting the velcro closure to make it longer, but then the velcro disconnects more easily

WARNING: HAS VELCRO

Nothing in the photos or product description indicated that the headband connected with velcro. I tried it and it got stuck in my hair, no surprise. Had I known it was velcro, I wouldn't have purchased it. Now I'm out shipping & handling to return.

Velcro attachment, not a band

Bought this for winter running and ski touring. Disappointed to find it is held together by Velcro. I already struggle to find things that won't pull my hair out. This also feels like it is too small which is strange because I have generally a small head

Perfect Head Piece

I own two of these now. I've had my first for approximately 5 years. These ear bands are perfect for when a hat is too warm to wear. The ear band keeps your ears warm while allowing your head to not overheat.