I've managed the past two years with just a nice flannel scarf for my face. I've only wanted goggles to protect my eyes when it's hailing. Then again I will raise my scarf up to right below my eyes to keep warm - if that's too dorky for you I'd suggest a ski-mask/balaclava. I prefer the scarf because I can adjust it in small increments and be comfortable as I warm up, and I have wussy lungs so need a couple of layers in front of my mouth. I suspect a faceplate would suck in that you're either too warm or too cold most days.
Regarding your head it's a bonus to have a winter jacket with a hood - not only can you use the same helmet spring and fall(after you let the chin straps out a bit) but it also means there's no gaps at the back of your neck for the wind to get at. The balaclava would help there as well.
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Date: 2007-12-03 04:02 am (UTC)Regarding your head it's a bonus to have a winter jacket with a hood - not only can you use the same helmet spring and fall(after you let the chin straps out a bit) but it also means there's no gaps at the back of your neck for the wind to get at. The balaclava would help there as well.