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Mini-Review: The Gutr vs. the Halo

Mike HedmanMike Hedman
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No, this isn't some morality play... it's about SWEAT.  My mini-review of the Gutr headband is in the wiki.

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  • Paul HoughPaul Hough
    I haven't tried the Gutr, but I did buy a Halo a year ago - total waste of money. All the Halo does is delay the sweat dripping onto my glasses by maybe...5 minutes...then it's like I didn't have it on. On a long ride that 5 mins isn't squat. Maybe I'll try the Gutr, but I'm just resigned to looking like the pilot in the movie Airplane...sweat coming off my head like a fire hydrant.
  • mgraffeomgraffeo
    Unfortunate, Paul. The Halo was a terrific purchase for me, makes an immense difference on hot outdoor rides, as well as trainer sessions. Keeps the sweat going outside my eyes, instead of into them.
  • Paul HoughPaul Hough
    Mike, maybe it works when it's hot, but it damn sure doesn't work when it's HOT. image Try it in Tampa and tell me how great it is...hee, hee, hee.
  • mgraffeomgraffeo
    Must be an individual thing. I've been a happy repeat customer, and yes have used it in HOT conditions as well.
  • Mike HedmanMike Hedman

    @Paul, you might want to try the Gutr then.  I think it would work better in situations where you're really, really sweating.

    Mike

  • FrattoFratto
    I have a halo and it has worked great for me and I sweat ALOT! I think Texas can also claim HOT! But I imagine stuff like that can all be different from person to person.
  • DocmartinDocmartin
    I have used the Halo for the last two years, and I've never had an issue, but in the northeast, we don't get the hot humidity of FL except in July/August. Even then, though, I still like the Halo (except for the line across my forehead that lasts for HOURS after I take it off).
  • Coach RichCoach Rich

    Got a halo, kinda tight (headache) doesn't work that great for me. I've been wearing the same 2-3 bandana's for about 8yrs now. Maybe I'll try the Gutr

  • Mike HedmanMike Hedman
    Posted By Rich Strauss on 20 Jun 2010 09:26 AM

    Got a halo, kinda tight (headache) doesn't work that great for me. I've been wearing the same 2-3 bandana's for about 8yrs now. Maybe I'll try the Gutr

    With my BAH (big ass head) I use the Halo bandana (so you can tie it to the appropriate diameter). 

    On the Gutr side, they have some funky velcro-y stuff to adjust it, and a fancy rubber band to provide some give.





     

  • mariannemarianne
    Pearl Izumi has a headband for $12 that wicks sweat. black and white and I tried it here and it worked great! it absorbs but didn't feel soaking wet like a traditional sweat head band.
  • Paul HoughPaul Hough
    Thx Marianne. I've had good luck with Pearl Izumi products. Most cycling gloves I bought (including the IM brand) ended up bleeding ink all over my hands after a month of long rides in soaking, sweat filled, humidity. Pearl Izumi gloves have been steadfast. I'll be on the lookout for their headband.
  • trirebeltrirebel
    De Soto Skin Cooler beanie. I don't know about the cooling benefits, but it absolutely prevents sweat from dripping down in your eyes. 100%.
  • William JenksWilliam Jenks
    Short version: Gutr has worked for me too.
  • manconamancona
    I have been using the gutr for almost a year and it works well for me also. That said, I used a Halo in the past and liked it as well, but prefer the Gutr.
  • Mike HedmanMike Hedman
    Just to test it out again, I ran with a Halo yesterday - 2 hour trail run in ~80 degree heat. By the end it was fully staturated, but I only got one small drip during the run. I still prefer the Gutr.

    Mike
  • Coach RichCoach Rich

    Just ordered one, thanks for the reviews!

  • David RDavid R

    I am on my second week using the Gutr.  It works great  and keeps the sweat out of my eyes.  It fits nicely under a hat or under my helmet, can't even tell I have it on.

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