Brand: East Peak
Category: Running Headwear
Recommended by Joachim Cassel, Mountain Runner. Community & Events Marketing Professional. Celsius Addict. — London, UK
The Ice Bandana V2 is a revolutionary cooling accessory designed to provide maximum comfort and extended cooling during extreme heat conditions. With its innovative features and enhanced design, it ensures you stay cool and focused, whether you're tackling ultra-marathons or enjoying outdoor activities. 1. Wider zipper for effortless ice refills, making it quick and convenient to prepare. 2. Shorter ties that stay securely out of your face, allowing for unrestricted movement. 3. Expanded cooling area around the neck for enhanced comfort and temperature regulation. 4. XL size holds up to 2 lbs of ice, delivering prolonged cooling power for extended use. 5. Neoprene insulation minimizes heat transfer, ensuring longer-lasting coolness. 6. No-bounce design keeps the bandana securely in place during vigorous activities. 7. Proven performance in extreme environments, including the Atacama Desert and Badwater 135. The Ice Bandana V2 is ideal for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts seeking relief from heat during intense activities such as ultra-marathons, hiking, or cycling. It excels in high-temperature environments, providing essential cooling support when you need it most. Perfect for summer adventures or training sessions, this bandana is designed for anyone looking to maintain peak performance while staying comfortable in the heat.
Price: $42
- Who it's for
- Runners who overheat in races, especially in hot conditions or at altitude, and want a neck-cooling solution that stays put during long efforts. Notes reference use in 100-mile ultras and high-elevation racing.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise minimal bounce, long ice retention, and a zipper that makes reloading easy. One host notes it's the best available but flags that the ice bandana category overall still has room to improve.
- Worth noting
- Ice retention is a recurring standout — multiple hosts say it outlasts competing products. Notes are overwhelmingly positive with little critical detail beyond the one caveat about the category's general limitations.
Joachim Cassel's review
Keeps you cool when you need it. Somehow keeps ice in tact for hours, barely bounces around your neck, and doesn't obstruct your throat at all. Can't recommend this enough.
Recommended by Joachim Cassel, Mountain Runner. Community & Events Marketing Professional. Celsius Addict.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Ice Bandana for?
Runners who overheat in races, especially in hot conditions or at altitude, and want a neck-cooling solution that stays put during long efforts. Notes reference use in 100-mile ultras and high-elevation racing.
What do experts say about the Ice Bandana?
Hosts consistently praise minimal bounce, long ice retention, and a zipper that makes reloading easy. One host notes it's the best available but flags that the ice bandana category overall still has room to improve.
What should you know before buying the Ice Bandana?
Ice retention is a recurring standout — multiple hosts say it outlasts competing products. Notes are overwhelmingly positive with little critical detail beyond the one caveat about the category's general limitations.
What does Joachim Cassel say about the Ice Bandana?
Keeps you cool when you need it. Somehow keeps ice in tact for hours, barely bounces around your neck, and doesn't obstruct your throat at all. Can't recommend this enough.
Why does Joachim Cassel recommend East Peak?
Joachim Cassel recommends the East Peak Ice Bandana for running headwear. Keeps you cool when you need it. Somehow keeps ice in tact for hours, barely bounces around your neck, and doesn't obstruct your throat at all. Can't recommend this enough.
Is the Ice Bandana a good running headwear?
Yes — Joachim Cassel recommends the Ice Bandana by East Peak as their running headwear pick. Keeps you cool when you need it. Somehow keeps ice in tact for hours, barely bounces around your neck, and doesn't obstruct your throat at all. Can't recommend this enough.
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What other hosts are saying
17 experts recommend the East Peak Ice Bandana.
Kelsey McGill, Running Coach (Trail, Ultra, Road)
I will always, always, always be having this puppy on me in the desert (or any hot race for that matter)!
Recommended in Cocodona 250 Gear
Cody Poskin, Professional Ultrarunner and Hopeless Romantic
The popularity of using ice to say cool has skyrocketed the last couple years. I find the Rabbit ice bandana to be the perfect solution to staying cold. Ice doesn't fall out like some other products and they are also stylish as hell.
Recommended in Ultramarathon
Tom Hanlon, Ultramarathon Athlete
Ice bandana is an absolute necessity for long, hot races like Western States. This Rabbit bandana is my go-to
Recommended in Western States 100 Kit
Best in the game
Recommended in Trail gear I actually use
Say no more. Tiny neck glacier. Lifesaver for me during JJ! Ran sub 13h for 100 miles and came in fourth place on a scorcher of a day.
Recommended in Running Products I Trust With My (Wild & Crazy) Life
Best ice bandana I have used but still lots of room for improvement in that market.
Recommended in Trail running necessities
This bandana kept me cool during my ultra marathon in the summer
Recommended in 10 Products I Actually Use
The best ice bandana in the game! And the guys behind East Peak are absolutely doing it right making high quality and intentional products they know runners need
Recommended in ✨CCC✨
Best ice bandana around!!! Minimal bounce and holds ice significantly longer than others.
Recommended in Daily Drivers
Holds more ice than east peak for the heat of the day!
Recommended in Mogollon Monster 100
Emi Stretton, What Gets Me Through the Miles
One of my favorite pieces of gear for hot-weather running. The Rabbit ICE Bandana gives me an easy way to cool down during long runs—especially when I’m out for hours in the heat. I can wet it, wear it around my neck, and get some much-needed relief when the temperature starts climbing. Small piece of gear, but a big difference on long summer miles.
Recommended in 10 Products I Actually Use
My body temp runs out so having an ice bandana has been a game changer for me. Staying cool for longer until the next aid station
Recommended in 10 Products I Actually Use
She’s cute, she’s the moment and helps so much
Recommended in Fire.
Allison Powell, Ultrarunning Coach, Ultrarunning Communnity Leader
Ice bandanas are key for keeping your cool between aid stations. I prefer mine on the top of my head rather than tied around my neck, test what placement works best for you!
Recommended in Desert Dreams
Taelor Smith, Professional Faller of Trails
This is the comfiest ice bandana I have found so far. It doesn’t bounce. The zipper makes for easy addition of ice.
Recommended in 10+ Products I Actually Use
I live at 10,000 ft so I tend to overheat in races even if it's not that hot outside. I love this ice bandana, it doesn't bounce and carries just enough ice to cool you down without being too heavy.
Recommended in Run Rabbit 100
