Warm hats are great, some keep the weather out and have ear muffs to keep your neck warm and dry too but, they can be too warm!

A chilly day walking and all of a sudden you find your head sweating and cold water running down your neck. So what do you do? The newest item to catch on is the polyester neck tube, commonly known by their manufacturers name ‘Matt or Buff’, which do a variety of things.

They are made from high wicking technical fabric, so wick moisture away very well. They can be made into hats, scarves, hair bands, face mask, balaclava and more. Some people use them as towels, as a quick shake in the air virtually dries them out.

They are colourful, fun, light, small and cheap. Very much like the windshirt, once you use one, you will wonder how you managed before! Although not a replacement for a warm hat when you need it, they provide the perfect head companion for 90% of the time.