Why We Made This
Ever been skiing with a balaclava and had your hair wander around your face and into your mouth? Yeah, us too. And it drove us crazy!
You shouldn't have to choose between a warm face and an unruly ponytail. We're here to make sure you don't have to.
Born in Canada. 🍁 Made by women, for women (and men with long, luscious locks!)
Your Questions, Answered
What even is a Ponyclava and why do I need one?
Ever been shredding down the mountain with your hair tucked away under your balaclava and suddenly got a mouthful of your no-longer-tucked hair? Yeah, us too. That's why we made the Ponyclava.
It's a balaclava ski mask that provides full face protection from wind, cold, snow, and UV rays. With one difference: it is a ✨ ponytail balaclava ✨ with a ski helmet compatible ponytail hole at the back.
No more hair wrapping its way around your face. No more choosing between a warm face and having your hair in your mouth. Just pure, unbothered warmth and your hair free. Plus: since it's a full face mask, it stays put - unlike a neck warmer or neck gaiter that often slides down when you're moving.
The Ponyclava is essential winter gear that actually solves problems instead of creating new ones. Plus, it keeps you looking fresh for après!
Tell me about this magical ponytail hole 🐎
Regular balaclava ski masks force you to stuff your ponytail underneath. The Ponyclava's ponytail opening sits low on your neck and fits perfectly under your ski helmet back strap.
And, if you are doing some activity that requires goggles but no helmet, it fits great under your goggle strap too. No interference. No readjusting every run. Just pull your hair through the ponytail hole and go.
Also works with buns, French braids, pigtails, thick hair... and scrunchies. And with cycling helmets, equestrian helmets, or any riding hat with or without a similar back strap.
Don't have long hair? That's cool – wear it as a regular ski mask. The hole doesn't affect warmth or fit one bit.
Learn more about sizing and compatibility in the product FAQ →
Can I wear it for outdoor / winter activities other than skiing?
Absolutely! We're calling it a ski mask because, well, we're skiers and boarders, and that's where got so fed up with the hair-in-mouth phenomenon. But it is still a face mask and it works for basically any cold-weather activity:
- Snowboarding (obviously)
- Winter runs when it's c-c-c-c-old
- Cold weather camping and winter hiking
- Cycling (the stretchy fabric is basically a snug, warm, wicking helmet liner that happens to cover your face)
- Horseback riding - works perfectly with equestrian helmets or a riding hat, though we can't vouch for how you'll look
- Snowmobiling
- Shoveling snow at 6am when you're questioning all your life choices
It's midweight, so it's warm without being suffocating. Plus, it blocks wind and provides UV protection from the sun. Basically, if it's cold and you're outside, the Ponyclava fits all your needs.
Will my goggles fog up? 🥽
Nope! We fixed that too. Because we have done the foggy goggle faceplant and it was painful.
The Ponyclava is fully hinged - just pull down the nose and mouth section to let air out instead of upward into your goggles.
Pull it up for cold chair rides. Pull it down when you're sending it downhill, skinning uphill, or any other activity where you need to breathe easy. Your vision stays crystal clear and your face mask stays comfortable.
Because honestly? What's the point of a warm face if you can't see where you're going?
Is it actually made from recycled materials? ♻️
Yes! It's made from Repreve: high-performance technical fabric made from recycled plastic bottles.
So you get all the benefits of less waste without compromising on performance. It's still moisture-wicking, stretchy, quick-dry, breathable, and provides UV protection.
Good for you, good for the mountain, good for the planet. 🌍
Will it fit me?
Short answer: Yes!
Long answer: Yes. That's why we have two sizes - to fit all different head shapes and sizes! Even though we designed it originally for women, it also works great as a unisex ski mask. And of course, if you are a guy with a man bun or long hair, the ponytail hole is perfect for you.
Recommended age? Basically anyone who can safely wear a helmet. It works for kids' smaller heads too.
Most kids and youth will fit the smaller size, and most guys take the bigger size. We find that women are split pretty much down the middle.
🚚 How do I get it and what's your return policy?
Eat snow, not hair.
