Arborwear Neckwarmer

The Arborwear neckwarmer is a simple tube of warm fabric that keeps wind and cold off your neck and lower face. It slips on under a helmet and jacket collar without the loose ends of a scarf.

Why a neck warmer beats a scarf

Winter tree work means long stretches standing still on the ground and sudden bursts of hard work in the canopy. A scarf is a hazard around saws, chippers and moving rope, since loose ends can catch. A neckwarmer is a closed tube with nothing hanging, so it stays put.

Pull it down when you are working hard and up over your chin and nose when you are stopped in the wind. It takes up almost no room in a pocket.

Arborwear makes gear for people who work outside in trees, and the neckwarmer is one of the simplest pieces in the lineup. It is a practical answer to cold mornings at the chipper, wind on an exposed climb, and drizzle running down your collar.

It also cuts the wind when you ride in an open truck bed or drive the loader on a cold morning, and it covers the gap at the back of your neck where cold air sneaks in under a hood.

Layering for winter work

Cold-weather tree work is all about layers you can adjust without stripping down. Start with a moisture-wicking base, add an insulating mid layer like a heavy hoodie, and finish with a wind-resistant shell. The neck warmer seals the gap at the collar, which is where a lot of heat escapes.

Pair it with a warm stocking cap on the ground, or wear it under a helmet liner when climbing.

A neck warmer also helps when you are switching between climbing and ground work. When you descend sweaty and stand around in the cold, pulling the tube up keeps the chill off while your body cools down slowly.

On the coldest days, add a thin balaclava or helmet liner that your helmet maker approves, and use the neckwarmer to cover the gap between the liner and your jacket.

Fit and safety

It fits under a climbing helmet chin strap without bunching, but make sure the strap still sits snug and the helmet stays level. Keep the fabric clear of your face when wearing eye protection, since breath can fog lenses.

Like any clothing around a chipper, keep it tucked in and close-fitting. Never reach into a chipper infeed, and follow ANSI Z133 and the chipper manufacturer's instructions.

If you climb with hearing protection or a radio headset, check that the neckwarmer does not get in the way of the earmuff seal or the microphone.

Care

Machine wash and air dry. Skip fabric softener, which can reduce the fabric's ability to move moisture. Have a spare in the truck for wet days.

Keep two or three in rotation over winter so you always have a dry one. They take up almost no room in a gear bag or glove box.