{"product_id":"helly-hansen-lifa-merino-unisex-ski-snowboard-balaclava","title":"Helly Hansen LIFA Merino Unisex Balaclava","description":"\u003c!-- PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Helly Hansen LIFA Merino Balaclava delivers lightweight warmth, breathability, and moisture management for skiing, snowboarding, mountaineering, and other cold-weather adventures. Its innovative two-layer construction combines soft merino wool on the outside for natural insulation with LIFA polypropylene fibers on the inside to wick moisture away from the skin, helping you stay warm and dry during demanding activities. The 57% merino wool and 43% polypropylene blend provides excellent temperature regulation without unnecessary bulk, making it comfortable to wear beneath a ski or snowboard helmet. Flatlock seams reduce irritation and create a smooth, comfortable fit for long days outdoors. Made with responsibly sourced merino wool, this unisex ski balaclava is a dependable cold-weather essential for everything from frigid chairlift rides to backcountry adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.balaclava-section {\n  margin-top: 32px;\n  font-size: 15px;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  width: 100%;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section h4 {\n  font-size: 18px;\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding-bottom: 6px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .spec-pill-grid {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(170px, 1fr));\n  gap: 12px;\n  margin-bottom: 28px;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .spec-pill {\n  background: #f7f7f7;\n  border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  padding: 14px;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .spec-pill strong {\n  display: block;\n  font-size: 13px;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n  color: #666;\n  margin-bottom: 5px;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .spec-pill span {\n  font-size: 15px;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #222;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .feature-card {\n  border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  padding: 18px;\n  margin-bottom: 16px;\n  background: #fff;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .feature-card h4 {\n  margin: 0 0 8px;\n  padding: 0;\n  border: 0;\n  font-size: 18px;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .feature-card p {\n  margin: 0;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section .table-scroll-wrapper {\n  width: 100%;\n  overflow-x: auto;\n  margin-top: 18px;\n  margin-bottom: 28px;\n  -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section table.balaclava-spec-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section table.balaclava-spec-table th,\n.balaclava-section table.balaclava-spec-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 12px;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section table.balaclava-spec-table th {\n  width: 35%;\n  background: #f5f5f5;\n  text-align: left;\n  font-weight: 700;\n}\n\n.balaclava-section table.balaclava-spec-table td {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .balaclava-section .spec-pill-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n  }\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 520px) {\n  .balaclava-section .spec-pill-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"balaclava-section\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill-grid\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e57% Merino Wool \/ 43% Polypropylene\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e2-Layer LIFA Merino\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSeams\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eFlatlock\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY TECHNOLOGIES \u0026 FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eKey Technologies \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eLIFA Merino Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHelly Hansen's LIFA Merino construction combines the natural insulating properties of merino wool with the moisture-wicking performance of LIFA fibers. This dual-layer system helps maintain warmth while moving perspiration away from the skin, making it well suited to demanding cold-weather activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eTwo-Layer Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe outer merino wool layer provides natural insulation and temperature regulation, while the inner polypropylene layer helps transport moisture away from the skin. Together, they create a comfortable balance of warmth and breathability without unnecessary bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003e57% Merino Wool \/ 43% Polypropylene\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe merino wool and polypropylene blend combines soft, naturally insulating fibers with lightweight synthetic materials that help manage moisture. This combination provides comfortable coverage for skiing, snowboarding, mountaineering, and other cold-weather activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eMoisture-Wicking Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLIFA polypropylene fibers are designed to move perspiration away from the skin, helping reduce moisture buildup during active use. This moisture management is especially valuable when alternating between high-output activity and cold chairlift rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eFlatlock Seams\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFlatlock seam construction creates a smoother feel against the skin and helps reduce irritation during extended wear. The low-profile seams are particularly comfortable when the balaclava is worn beneath a ski or snowboard helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eHelmet-Friendly Layering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe lightweight, low-bulk construction makes the balaclava easy to layer beneath a properly fitted helmet without adding unnecessary thickness. It provides additional coverage for the head, face, and neck during cold mountain conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eResponsible Wool Standard\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe merino wool used in this balaclava is Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) certified by IDFL. The standard addresses animal welfare and land management practices within the certified wool supply chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- BALACLAVA SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eBalaclava Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"table-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable class=\"balaclava-spec-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eHelly Hansen LIFA Merino Balaclava\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaterial Composition\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e57% Merino Wool \/ 43% Polypropylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eTechnology\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eLIFA Merino\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2-Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eOuter Layer\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMerino Wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eInner Layer\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eLIFA Polypropylene Fibers\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSeam Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFlatlock Seams\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMoisture Management\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMoisture-Wicking Inner Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eInsulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eNatural Merino Wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHelmet Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eLow-Profile Construction for Helmet Layering\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eGender\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUnisex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWool Certification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eResponsible Wool Standard (RWS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eCertification Body\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eIDFL\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSkiing \/ Snowboarding \/ Mountaineering \/ Cold-Weather Activities\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Helly Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":67634740396397,"sku":"67529_990-STD","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/7528\/1261\/files\/67529_990-4-front7.jpg?v=1791904674","url":"https:\/\/suburbanskiandbike.com\/products\/helly-hansen-lifa-merino-unisex-ski-snowboard-balaclava","provider":"Suburban Ski and Bike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}