Summer Neck Protector P1

Assos Summer Neck Protector P1

The Assos Summer Neck Protector P1 is an ultra-lightweight and ultra-breathable neck and face protection for hot days, long Alpine descents and dusty gravel sections. Its low-volume, highly packable construction fits easily into your jersey pocket and is ready to hand in seconds when the wind chill kicks in or chalk dust fills the air. The P1 is available in the Grey Series and comes in One Size, so it adapts flexibly to different head shapes and uses. Designed for summer, it fills exactly the gap between zero protection and overly warm classic buffs when you need targeted protection at speed and in the heat.

• Very lightweight, highly breathable fabric for warm conditions
• Low-volume, compactly packable construction for jersey pockets
• Versatile wear: around the neck or pulled up over mouth and nose
• Optimised for hot climbs and cool summer descents
• Helps deflect dust particles on dry gravel routes
• Colour: Grey Series; Size: OS (One Size); Material: 100% Polyester.

Technical Details and Features

The material used consists of 100% Polyester (PL), which stands for fast drying and high breathability in summer conditions. The One Size design uses a stretchy knit material that avoids unnecessary bulk and therefore sits comfortably under helmet straps and glasses arms. Assos positions the Summer Neck Protector P1 in the Grey Series and lists it under article number P13.80.846.1O, making identification and reordering straightforward. The construction is designed for pack size and uncomplicated handling, so you can quickly pull it from your jersey pocket to your neck or face when conditions change.

Use Cases and Benefits

The P1 shows its strengths on long summer descents in the Swiss Alpine region, when the wind chill quickly cools you down after hot climbing metres. On gravel tours it helps keep fine dust away from mouth and nose without noticeably restricting air circulation. As a lightweight addition to summer layering, it prevents that unpleasant chill on the neck when clouds roll in or the pass wind suddenly turns fresher. Specialist media generally recommend neck warmers as a simple, packable measure against draughts in the neck area – the P1 fulfils exactly this role particularly efficiently in warm months.

Fit, Handling and Combination Tips

Thanks to the One Size fit, the P1 sits snugly around the neck but can be quickly pulled up over mouth and nose when needed without pinching. The ultra-lightweight polyester fabric feels comfortable even at higher intensity and dries quickly, so the protection doesn't get clammy during short stops. Due to its very small pack size, the P1 fits alongside energy bars, mini-pump and windproof gilet in any jersey pocket, making it ideal for mountain tours with frequent temperature changes. For a well-rounded summer setup, combine it with an airy jersey and – if needed – a packable gilet to protect core and neck simultaneously from cool wind chill.