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neck gaiters

sunshine45 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:01:01 GMT

just wondering how everyone feels about neck gaiters instead of masks?

does anyone find them easier to breathe or more comfortable?

thinking of trying one out to see how it works.

i have seen some on amazon that even have loops for your ears.

Re: neck gaiters

Mistic — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:24:06 GMT

I just this afternoon ordered a 6 pack of the neck gaiters for everyone in the house from Amazon. I am hoping this will be better for me. The masks make me feel like I can't breathe, fog up my glasses, etc. The ones I bought are hand wash & quick dry.

The shipping is slower (which I do inderstand) for AP now than in normal times, but this we are all going through...There is nothing normal about it. I will be patient, and hope they show up in a week or so.

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Desertdi — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:33:51 GMT

@Mistic I did the same. di

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Highlands72 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 05:04:45 GMT

We have been wearing neck gaiters for the last couple of weeks, as I already had a good supply of them. They are working out very well so far, but it remains to be be seen if they will be comfortable when the temperatures get into the 80s.

I may try to make some of my own from a lightweight fabric for the warmer weather.

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germanshepherdlove — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:12:19 GMT

Ya....neck gaiters, definitely need some of them espcially with the ear loops; just when I thought I was finished shopping for this item, I see that I'm not. Going to Amazon right now and buy me some cute neck gaiters. Thank you to all who have educated me on this important fashion accessory/clever face mask with ear loops - must look cute while wearing my special health gear. Later......

Re: neck gaiters

haddon9 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:48:50 GMT

Sounds like they would be really hot as we go into summer (around the neck?!!) plus still fog up glasses.

I had the problem the first time I wore a paper mask of it fogging up my glasses until I was told the correct way to wear one. On a paper mask there is a thin wire on one end that you pinch to mold to your face around the nose. Once I did that my glasses no longer fogged up!

I think paper mask is going to be the coolest, most light weight and comfortable to wear.

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ValuSkr — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 09:56:55 GMT

Masks will;provide better protection than a gaiter - the good ones have a built-in air filter. But a gaiter is better than nothing.

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ID2 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:16:34 GMT

Ugh! Way, way too hot for summer!!!! I really don't see any advantage wearing these insead of a small regular mask. Less is more remember.

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CalminHeart — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:10:42 GMT

I bought 2 neck gaiters and hate them. First, they won't stay up so I have to keep putting them back in place. I figured they'd stay up with my big head . Second, even the wicking ones are hotter than masks since they also cover your neck. They are going to charity.

I bought reusable 2 & 3 layer cotton masks from Etsy for less than I paid for the gaiters. I wear glasses and they don't fog them up. They're also easy to wash and I let them hang dry. I also have an old bandana I can use if needed.

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chiclet — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:48:43 GMT

We ordered two neck gaiters that are supposed to be cooling. You dampen the material. I hope that will work in the summer.

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MamaWick — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:47:01 GMT

You need to have, I believe, 3 layers.

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gidgetgh — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:00:21 GMT

I had to google it to see what a neck gaiter is.

No way could I wear that. I can't stand to have anything on my neck like that. Too claustrophobic.

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Krimpette — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:29:18 GMT

I don't think I could wear them.....too hot.

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sunshine45 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:44:47 GMT

@haddon9 wrote:
Sounds like they would be really hot as we go into summer (around the neck?!!) plus still fog up glasses.

I had the problem the first time I wore a paper mask of it fogging up my glasses until I was told the correct way to wear one. On a paper mask there is a thin wire on one end that you pinch to mold to your face around the nose. Once I did that my glasses no longer fogged up!

I think paper mask is going to be the coolest, most light weight and comfortable to wear.

not sure how they will feel in the heat.

we have really not had any heat yet. it has been between 50 -60 degrees the past week. i really just wanted some options. i am not liking the paper masks or the cloth masks that much.

Re: neck gaiters

sunshine45 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:46:09 GMT

@CalminHeart wrote:
I bought 2 neck gaiters and hate them. First, they won't stay up so I have to keep putting them back in place. I figured they'd stay up with my big head . Second, even the wicking ones are hotter than masks since they also cover your neck. They are going to charity.

I bought reusable 2 & 3 layer cotton masks from Etsy for less than I paid for the gaiters. I wear glasses and they don't fog them up. They're also easy to wash and I let them hang dry. I also have an old bandana I can use if needed.

a bandana may be my next purchase!

Re: neck gaiters

sunshine45 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:47:49 GMT

@MamaWick wrote:
You need to have, I believe, 3 layers.

@MamaWick

in our state, you dont have to have 3 layers, your mouth and nose just need to be covered. i have seen people using scarves, paper masks, cloth masks, gaiters, the collars on their coats and sweaters, a turtleneck pulled up.

Re: neck gaiters

sunshine45 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:50:00 GMT

thanks all for your suggestions and comments.

i will probably order one or two.....maybe one with the holders on the ear and one without. just trying to have some options for the moment.

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Elri I — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 20:43:53 GMT

@sunshine45

That's how I got my husband to mask up.
I have some printed, wide, cloth headband scarves that I have used. They are actually made like gaters and slip over the head.

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lovesrecess — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 21:04:47 GMT

I have been wearing a gaiter, but folding it in half before putting it on; it is not super-thick fabric so thought it would be more efficient, and it still covers the mouth and nose well. I have a few homemade others have made for me...way too hot and if I breathe, my glasses fog up! It has not been super hot yet, so time will tell.

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lovesrecess — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 21:11:57 GMT

I pulled out some of my eternity scarves. Some are cotton and I can doubled them, pulled up over my nose and mouth, and put an elastic hairband over the excess to tighten it. Doesn’t look perfect but it’s fine for just running in the store, if I get up the courage to do that again.