Flylow Women's Beanies

Frequently Asked Questions

• What makes Flylow women's beanies warm enough for skiing and powder days?

  Flylow beanies use heat-trapping details like polyester fleece inside bands and insulating fiber blends such as Polylana (a virgin/recycled poly/acrylic hybrid) or plush nylon. Those materials retain warmth on cold, windy days while synthetic constructions dry quicker than natural fibers when they get wet.
• How does the Fireside Beanie compare to the Forecaster Beanie?

  The Fireside is a 100% nylon plush beanie built for a luxuriously soft, cozy feel—great for extreme-cold days and après when plush insulation is the priority. The Forecaster uses a 60% Polylana / 40% acrylic knit with a 100% polyester fleece inside band, offering recycled-content insulation and improved moisture management for on-mountain use. Both are one-size styles, but the Forecaster leans more toward performance while the Fireside emphasizes plush warmth and style.
• Are Flylow women's beanies suitable for wearing under a helmet, and which models fit best?

  Many Flylow one-size beanies are designed to work as a standalone cap or layered under helmets; lower-profile fits like the Barracuda and styles with a doubled ribbed band such as the Nova generally sit flatter for helmet compatibility. Taller or thicker-profile options—like the OG POM’s tall knit or the plush Fireside—are better as stand-alone hats and may feel bulky under some helmets. Try a low-profile knit if you plan to wear it regularly under a hard shell.
• How should I care for Flylow beanies to preserve materials like Polylana, fleece bands, and pom-poms?

  Follow the garment label—many Flylow knits (for example the Nova’s washable acrylic) tolerate machine washing on a gentle or cold cycle; when in doubt, hand wash with mild detergent. Reshape and lay flat to dry to preserve stretch and pom-pom shape, and avoid high-heat drying which can damage fleece linings and synthetic fibers.
• Which Flylow beanie is best for wet or variable mountain conditions?

  For wet or changeable conditions, synthetic blends with fleece bands—like the Forecaster (Polylana/acrylic with a polyester fleece inside band) or other acrylic/Polylana knits—offer quicker drying and sustained insulation when damp. The plush nylon Fireside delivers superior cozy warmth in very cold, dry conditions but may take longer to dry if soaked, so reserve it for cold, low-moisture days or short après use.