Assos Spring Fall Neck Warmer P3

The Assos Spring Fall Neck Warmer P3 protects precisely the area that a cycling jacket or jersey often leaves exposed: your neck and the lower part of your face. Whereas a collar can sometimes still let cold air in with every breath, this pre-shaped, body-hugging neck warmer fits snugly, leaving no gaps.

With an insulation rating of 3 out of 5, it falls between the Assos Headband and the Assos Winter Cap in terms of warmth. Assos recommends it for temperatures between 12 and 20 degrees, the same range as the Assos Spring Fall Headband P3. The difference lies in where they sit: While the headband protects your forehead and ears, this neck warmer keeps your neck and chin warm. Many cyclists wear them together because they complement each other rather than overlap.

If you are looking for an accessory that covers your whole head in colder weather, take a look at the Assos Winter Cap P3, designed for temperatures between 4 and 11 degrees.

Pre-shaped, body-mapped construction

Instead of a straight tube that you wrap round your neck, this neck warmer is pre-shaped to follow the contours of your neck and chin. This prevents it from riding up or down while cycling, and prevents the seam from rubbing against your skin. Simply pull it up, and it stays right there.

Design with 72% polypropylene for excellent moisture management

As with the Assos Winter Cap P3 and the Assos Spring Fall Headband P3, polypropylene forms the basis of the fabric. This fibre absorbs hardly any moisture, so your breath and sweat are wicked away to the outside rather than being trapped in the fabric, where it would cool you down as soon as you come to a standstill.

Compatible with:

• Cycling jackets and jerseys with a collar – the neck warmer covers the gap that a collar often leaves.
• A helmet and a beanie or headband at the same time – as the neck warmer sits around your neck and chin, it doesn’t interfere with what you are wearing on your head.
• Temperatures between 12°C and 20°C, according to Assos’ classification.

Not compatible with:

• Winter rides – the insulation is too thin for temperatures below 12°C.
• Use as a full balaclava – this neck warmer covers your neck and chin, not your head.

• Pull the neck warmer over your head rather than simply slipping it round your neck, so that the contoured fit sits properly in place.
• Pair it with the Assos Spring Fall Headband P3 for full coverage from head to neck on chilly mornings.
• Wash the neck warmer at a maximum of 30°C using Assos Active Wear Cleanser. Do not use fabric softener because it closes the pores of the fabric, reducing its breathability.
• Leave to air-dry; do not put it in the tumble dryer or on a radiator.