Under Armour’s Sportsmask is a filtering face mask for fitness fanatics

Finding a face mask to match your fitness gear is no mean feat. Sure, you could fashion a DIY visor from a discarded shin pad, but that’s more likely to guard your snout from fracture than infection. For proper sports protection that won’t hold you back, try Under Armour’s new Sportsmask: waterproof and breathable, the reusable shield is designed to prevent the spread of dangerous droplets without inhibiting your inhalation. A mouldable nose bridge promises a fit snugger than your favourite socks, while the three-layer filtering fabric features PROTX2, an anti-microbial treatment that’s been shown to defeat Covid-19 in early lab tests. The Sportsmask will set you back £26 when it launches in late-July – not bad for peace of mind while you pursue your PB.

Chris Rowlands Freelance contributor

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Formerly News Editor at this fine institution, Chris now writes about tech from his tropical office. Sidetracked by sustainable stuff, he’s also keen on coffee kit, classic cars and any gear that gets better with age.

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