Disclaimer: I received a UV Reflective Half BUFF® to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!
Do you wear sweat-wicking headbands while out on the run or working out? They recently have become my go-to product for working out as they absorb sweat before it reaches my face, are light and comfortable, and even make a fashion statement!
That’s why I was really excited to get the opportunity to try the UV Reflective Half BUFF®! Keep reading to check out my review!
I’m linking up with Susie, Debbie, Lora, and Rachel for the Running Coaches Corner and Annmarie, Nicole, and Jen for Wild Workout Wednesday!
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UV Reflective Half BUFF®
So what is a UV Reflective Half BUFF® anyway?
Shorter than the Original BUFF® , the UV Reflective Half BUFF® offers style, sun protection plus reflective strips for added visability. It wicks away perspiration to keep you comfortable in the gym, on the road, at the yoga studio, or on the trails. Cyclists especially love the way it sits comfortably under a helmet without bunching.
How do I look?Wearing the UV Reflective Half BUFF®
Last year, I had the opportunity to test out and review the Merino Wool BUFF® and loved it! So I knew that the UV Reflective Half BUFF® would provide the similar benefits of comfort, practicality, and style. I received the black half BUFF® but was pleased to see that they offer 4 additional color options: Sport Blue, Yellow Fluor, Citron, and Waterfall.
Over the past several weeks, I’ve worn this headband on several of my runs and workouts and have easily become a fan! A couple of weeks ago, I was on vacation in New Orleans and had the opportunity to wear the UV Reflective Half BUFF® on a 4-mile and 10-mile run. While the weather was beautiful on both days, on the long run, the weather was warm and VERY sunny, to the point that I got a tan in the process! I’m a pretty sweaty runner in general, so I was drenched by the end of the 10 miles. But surprisingly, I didn’t have a drop of sweat on my face thanks to the sweat-wicking power of the BUFF®! Perfect!
The great thing about BUFF® gear is how versatile it is – you can wear it on your head, around your neck, or even around your wrist. Unfortunately, I haven’t experimented with too many different ways of wearing the UV Reflective Half BUFF® so far, but I like wearing it best as a headband with my hair down while out on a run.
Takeaways
Worked great in yoga class too!I’ve become a pretty big fan of the BUFF® brand and I’m glad to have this product in my headband collection! It will definitely get a lot more action this spring on my outdoor runs. I’d also like to try wearing this while cycling – as soon as I get a new bike!
While I personally don’t have to worry about this problem, the UV Reflective Half BUFF® would be great to use to protect yourself from sunburn! And while black goes with everything, I’d personally prefer some of the more colorful options! There is also the original UV Half BUFF® line that has all kinds of crazy patterns and designs!
Unfortunately, Mother Nature is currently banishing me from running outdoors thanks to Winter Storm Stella! In the meantime, I’ll wear the UV Reflective Half BUFF® while on the treadmill or in my indoor fitness classes! I highly recommend giving this product a try!
You can buy the UV Reflective Half BUFF® online for $14.99!
And check out more reviews from my fellow BibRave Pro Ambassadors:
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What types of headwear do you like to wear while working out? Have you tried any of the BUFF® products?
I actually tried BUFF many years ago, before most anyone knew about them (before I was a runner). I do like the brand, but the truth is I’m a hat/visor girl — I need to keep that sun/snow/rain out of my eyes.
Too bad we weren’t in NOLA at the same time — we just keep missing each other.
I’m not a big hat person, so I do like the BUFF – it seems to work on my head LOL.
I know, right? I still can’t believe Cape Cod didn’t work out. I hope you’re having a great time in New Orleans!
It’s a great idea that they are reflective now. I agree that it would be nice to have some color on it as well.
I’ll definitely have to check out some of the colors!
BTW, for whatever reason, your posts always go into my spam folder! I don’t know how to change that, sorry!
I received a regular Buff from a few races I did last year and I have liked wearing them over my mouth and around my neck for winter runs. This Buff looks really cool and I love that you can use it as a headband!
I’m definitely a fan! The longer ones are great when the weather is so cold like this!
I have never tried this particular brand, but I have gotten into headbands in the past year or so. They are so versatile! I love that these ones have the reflective details on them!!
Headbands are everything! Love it!
Cute! I’ve definitely become addicted to buffs and headbands to keep the sweat out of my eyes. UV protection is an issue for me. 🙂
I can definitely see why buffs are so addictive!
Looks like a great product and you are adorable in it!
Thanks, Marcia! 🙂
I have a reflective half buff! But I admit, I don’t wear it as much as I thought I would. It’s either really hot here or really cold. Never just “in between” when I would need that weight. But I still have it in my vest ready to wear. 🙂
Oh nice! Well it’ll be ready to go when you need it! I feel that way about a lot of my running accessories…there are still some things I haven’t worn yet!
I usually wear a hat when I run outside for sun protection on my face. I don’t sweat a lot to the point where it drips down my face so I never had a need for a sweat wicking headband.
I like its vertasility that you can use it on your neck and wrist as well.
Oooops I meant to say ‘versatility’!
I wish I could wear hats but they always feel uncomfortable to me lol! Be glad you’re not a sweaty runner like me! 😛
I love Buff! I have several that we use all winter long. I need a hat when it’s hot out though as I’m super fair skinned. Looks like a great product though.
I love that there are so many different styles of Buffs to wear! I wore my merino wool Buff at RNRDC since the half buff wouldn’t have been warm enough!
I always try to wear headbands but they slide off- this one looks like it would stay on better! I hope you can get back to running outside soon!
Oh the skinny headbands never work for me – either cut off my circulation or they slide all over! The Buff stays very secure!
I’ll be running outside this weekend but I’m nervous about the ice!
I have an original BUFF! I got it to wear around my neck and face when I’m warming up on the ice so my lungs don’t get so much of a shock with the cold air. It’s a very versatile product.
The Buff is great! I definitely need some more options for staying warm yet stylish at the same time!
I love my buffs! I need to try this!
Add to the collection 🙂
This looks great! I bet it would work great under my cycling helmet, I am going to hop over to their website now!!
I’m a super sweaty runner, so I’ll have to try it out!
Great! Anything to help keep the sun off my head! Nice review- thanks for sharing!
Sounds like a great headband, especially if it kept the sweat off of your face.
Love this! I am a fan of buffs, not sure I’ve tried this particular one….but I will check them out for sure!
I’ve never tried any of the buff products… got a buff as some swag from a recent race, can’t wait to try it out to keep the sweat off my face!