Alpinestars KX V2 Balaclava for Racing

Alpinestars KX V2 Balaclava | Karting & Racing Under-Helmet Comfort

Stay cool and comfortable on the track with the Alpinestars KX V2 Balaclava. Ultralight, breathable, and featuring extensive mesh panels for superior moisture-wicking under any full-face helmet. Perfect for Karting and non-SFI racing.

The Alpinestars KX V2 Balaclava is an essential piece of high-performance technical base layer gear, engineered specifically for motorsport comfort and enhanced helmet hygiene. Designed to be ultra-lightweight and thin, this balaclava minimizes bulk for a snug, non-restrictive fit under any full-face racing helmet. Its construction utilizes a high-quality, soft-touch fabric with superior hydrophobic (moisture-wicking) properties to actively draw sweat and moisture away from the skin. Crucially, it features extensive, strategically positioned mesh panels on the rear of the head, ensuring maximum airflow and optimal breathability. This helps to regulate body temperature, keeping the driver cooler and drier during intense racing sessions. The KX V2 Balaclava offers an aggressively profiled, well-fitted cut that conforms closely to the face and neck, providing a comfortable, secure fit for prolonged use.

Best Uses

1. Kart Racing (Go-Karts): Excellent base layer for improved comfort and hygiene inside the karting helmet.
2. Track Days / HPDE (High-Performance Driving Events): Enhancing comfort and managing sweat during recreational driving.
3. Non-SFI Auto Motorsports: Use in racing categories that do not mandate fire-resistant (SFI/FIA certified) underwear.
4. Sim Racing: Providing under-helmet comfort and hygiene for simulator enthusiasts.
5. General Full-Face Helmet Use: Ideal for any activity where an under-helmet layer is desired for cleanliness and temperature control.

Key Features

1. Ultra-Lightweight & Thin Fabric: Minimizes bulk and pressure points for enhanced comfort under a snug full-face helmet.
2. Extensive Rear Mesh Panels: Strategically placed mesh for maximum breathability and superior cooling airflow.
3. Advanced Hydrophobic Construction: Features high-performance moisture-wicking properties to pull sweat away from the skin.
4. Soft-Touch Material: Exceptionally soft finish ensures skin comfort and reduces irritation during prolonged wear.
5. Aggressively Profiled Cut: Contoured shape provides a secure, well-fitted layer covering the face and neck.

 Key Benefits

1. Optimal Temperature Regulation: Helps keep the driver cooler and drier by promoting airflow and moisture management in demanding conditions.
2. Enhanced Comfort: The thin, soft, and lightweight design ensures a significantly more comfortable experience inside the helmet.
3. Improved Helmet Hygiene: Acts as a barrier, protecting the helmet interior from sweat, dirt, and oil, extending the liner's lifespan and cleanliness.
4. Reduced Irritation: The soft material and flat-seam stitching minimize chafing and skin irritation.
5. Secure, Non-Restrictive Fit: Maintains a proper helmet fit by not adding unnecessary bulk, ensuring peak performance without distraction.