Backcountry BGA Pines Microgrid Ultra-LT Baselayer Balaclava Top - Men's

Pines Microgrid Ultra-LT Balaclava Top delivers ultralight warmth and face coverage for alpine pursuits

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I wear the Balaclava Top every time I'm chasing cold-weather peaks. The integrated hood fits perfectly under a helmet when we ski or ride, and the microgrid fleece keeps us warm without overheating. It layers like a dream, dries fast, and never smells bad—even after back-to-back big days."

The Backcountry Pines Microgrid Ultra-LT Balaclava Top is our ultimate base layer for fast-moving missions in cold, high-altitude conditions. Designed with athlete feedback and alpine performance in mind, this ultralight essential delivers breathable warmth, moisture management, and versatile protection where we need it most.

Its balaclava-style hood adds integrated face coverage that fits smoothly under helmets and hoods, while the microgrid fleece construction traps warmth and encourages airflow to keep us dry and comfortable through high-output efforts. The stretch poly/spandex blend mirrors movement with a next-to-skin fit, and HeiQ Fresh FFL odor control ensures freshness during multi-day use. Finished with flatlock seams, streamlined thumbholes, and gusseted raglan sleeves, this is our go-to foundation layer for dawn patrols, alpine climbs, and anything above treeline.

We built these baselayers to perform beneath competition layers, keeping Jamaica’s bobsleigh and skeleton athletes comfortable from warmup to finish.

Details

All-in-one baselayer designed for rigorous outings in the high alpine
Microgrid fleece interior traps warmth while promoting breathability
Smooth-face outer fabric layers easily under insulation or shells
Poly-spandex blend offers stretch, wicking, and quick-drying performance
Slim next-to-skin fit with gusseted raglan sleeves for full mobility
Flatlock seams provide chafe-free comfort during long missions
Streamlined thumbholes keep sleeves secure under layers
HeiQ Fresh FFL odor control keeps fabric fresh during multi-day wear
Item #BCCZ374

Responsible Collection: recycled/repurposed
Material: micro grid plush back, smooth face (partially recycled polyester, spandex)
Insulation Weight: midweight
Fit: semi-fitted
High Point Shoulder: 27.5in
Style: hoodie, balaclava
Hood: 3-piece, balaclava
Thumbholes: yes
Anti-Odor: HeiQ Fresh FFL
Activity: skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, climbing, hiking, mountaineering
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime

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Thoughtfully Designed

Ultralight Warmth

Microgrid fleece traps warm air while shedding excess heat for low-bulk insulation on cold mountain days.

Odor Control Technology

An HeiQ odor-fighting finish keeps your baselayer fresher through high-output efforts and repeated use.

Built-In Balaclava

A built-in balaclava and thumbholes offer full baselayer coverage on stormy days.

Chosen By The 2026 Jamaica Bobsleigh Team

For Long Days Outside

Designed to balance warmth, mobility, and durability, these layers are built for long days outside—before and after time on the ice, and wherever winter takes the team next.

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Worn By Athletes

Worn by athletes and coaches from the Jamaican Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation, this gear supports cold-weather training, travel, and recovery in demanding winter conditions.

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About The BGA Brand

In 1996, Backcountry's founders set out to make the backcountry more accessible. That same spirit drives BGA today. Built on decades of gear experience, BGA delivers the quality, design, and durability you need to get where you're going. Our goal is simple: build reliable, responsibly made gear for people who actually get out there. From weekend missions to dawn patrol sessions, every piece is designed to perform, last, and earn a permanent spot in your kit.

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Built By Gearheads

We live and breathe the outdoors, so every stitch of BGA gear is made with a mission in mind. Designed in Park City at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch mountains—and tested by our Gearhead® Experts who use it every day—BGA styles are built to perform wherever the snow lands, trail leads or adventure calls.