What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I keep this gaiter in my pack all spring because the weather out here can flip from sunny to sleeting in an hour. The extra length means I can pull it up over my nose when the wind picks up, then drop it down the second things warm back up."We start a spring hike under clear skies, then watch clouds roll in fast enough to change everything, and this is exactly why the Smartwool Intraknit All-Season Neck Gaiter earns a permanent spot in the pack. Built for the unpredictable stretch between seasons, this gaiter handles the shift from sun to wind to unexpected cold without requiring a full layer change. The extended 17. 5 inch length gives real versatility, pulling up over the nose and cheeks when conditions turn or dropping down around the neck when things ease up. Merino wool sits directly against the skin for that same soft, comfortable feel found in Smartwool's base layers, while a recycled nylon core adds durability without sacrificing that next to skin comfort.