180S Review

One winter day in 1878 Chester Greenwood sat down and created a pair of ear muffs. He had no intentions of starting a revolution in winter wear. Rather, his only desire was to protect his ears from the blistering cold. More than one hundred years later, in 1993, a student at Wharton Business School created the first pair of behind-the-head ear warmers as part of a school project. In 1994 180S saw an opportunity and made their own pair of adjustable behind-the-head ear warmers. By 1995 QVC proclaimed this product a huge success after 5000 pairs were sold in 8 minutes. This was the beginning of a revolution in winter wear products. In the following years 180S created a product line of winter accessories that steadily grew in popularity and scope. The new line included gloves, apparel, and eye gear, all of which customers adopted with joy. By 2003 the company was ranked #9 on Inc. Magazine’s list of 500 top growing private companies in the US. Then, in 2006 180S was awarded the honor of producing the Combat Desert Jacket for the US Marine Corps. Today, 180S is among the most popular winter wear manufacturers in America. The company’s products are used by athletes of just about every outdoor discipline, as well as by those who simply want to protect themselves from the elements. The 180S product line currently includes ear warmers, gloves, eye wear, and performance apparel for men, women, and children. All of these products are warm, comfortable, and stylish. The ear warmers are especially popular among sports fans, as they feature the logos of popular sports teams from the NHL, the NFL, and various college teams. Unsurprisingly, 180S products are available in most sports retail stores across America, and conveniently, they can also be purchased through the company’s website. Customers love these products, giving them excellent ratings for their usefulness, comfort, and affordability. Even professionals rave about 180S winter wear. Cyclists find these products particularly useful as they face the elements on the road and trail. The ear warmers easily fit outside of helmet straps, making it possible to wear both as they ride, and the ability to fold the warmers makes storage simple. In addition, cyclists enjoy the fact that the ear warmers muffle wind noise, which can be annoying on the road. So whether you’re a professional athlete or simply ride bike for pleasure, 180S's products will keep you cozy.

Models

• Combat Desert Jacket
• Exolite Ultralite Ear Warmers
• Arctic Eco Gloves
• Quantum Dry Base Layer Long Sleeve

Pricing

180S products are relatively affordable. Ear Warmers cost about $35; Gloves,$25-$40; Eyegear, $60-$99. Performance wear ranges from $20 to $100, depending on the product.