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MFF US Northeast => Maine => Topic started by: stguy on Jul 01, 2018, 03:50 AM
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Being of the follicly challenged type
I have to wear a hat all the time, about 30 seconds without one and my head will get burnt to a crisp.
Anyone have any recommendations for a hat that's light, and will breathe, something I can dunk in the water and wring out and will last at least one season??
Thanks
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I'll check in often on this thread.
Several years ago I picked up a hat similar to this at Cabelas. I liked it for the most part but much like my hair I have no idea where it went. Now I wear a straw hat.
https://www.pksafety.com/pip-ez-cool-evaporative-cooling-ranger-hat-with-neck-shade-396-425.html?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=B%20-%20PK%20Safety%20-%20Shopping&utm_term=4581046478161608&utm_content=B%20-%20PK%20Safety%20-%20Shopping%20-%20All%20Products
(https://www.pksafety.com/pip-ez-cool-evaporative-cooling-ranger-hat-with-neck-shade-396-425.html?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=B%20-%20PK%20Safety%20-%20Shopping&utm_term=4581046478161608&utm_content=B%20-%20PK%20Safety%20-%20Shopping%20-%20All%20Products)
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https://www.simmsfishing.com/shop/mens/headwear/solar-sombrero-s18
Super light and breatheable
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I like the trucker style mesh back with thin nylon mesh. Standard ball cap, thin and cheap. Doesn’t do much for the ears, so I wear a cowboy from tractor supply. Rattlesnake skin pattern. 8)
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Thanks for the responses....I've tried the regular ball caps with the mesh backs and I get burned right through the mesh.
I'm going to order one of the Simms and give it a whirl...thanks Baydog!!
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KOOLSOLY Outdoor Sun Cap For Men Women,Fishing Hat UPF 50+ UV Sun Protection With Removable Neck Flap, Face Cover Mask & Windproof Strip, Sun Hat For Outdoor Sports & Travel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BYNVGTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_b4MoBbP0PQK7D
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A sunburn on the crown is something I had never encountered, nor thought I would, until a trip to St. Lucia three years ago. I thought I had a thick head of hair but somehow got scorched. Guess I got lucky to make it through 42 years without an issue - combination of being in the tropics and pool time got me.
I have a Stetson straw hat w/ 3" brim - light weight and it allows a good amount of airflow. Can't dunk it though. I have another made of a lightweight green fabric, which doesn't allow air to pass through but can be dunked. Vary which I wear based upon weather. Think I got both at Cabela's.
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What about some thing like this?? At lest it shades you neck a little too??
https://www.cabelas.com/product/clothing/mens-casual-clothing/mens-headwear/mens-fishing-hats/pc/104797080/c/104746680/sc/104448780/i/103919580/tilley-mens-ltm-airflo-supplex-hats/750916.uts?slotId=4 (https://www.cabelas.com/product/clothing/mens-casual-clothing/mens-headwear/mens-fishing-hats/pc/104797080/c/104746680/sc/104448780/i/103919580/tilley-mens-ltm-airflo-supplex-hats/750916.uts?slotId=4)
There are other style like boonie hat etc.. I suggest lighter color so they don't get to hot on your head quickly?
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Here is a hat style I have my self for florida..the one from llbean is similar to the pantigonia I have..
https://m.llbean.com/product.html?bc=12-26-596-502857&skCatId=86624&csp=f#86624 (https://m.llbean.com/product.html?bc=12-26-596-502857&skCatId=86624&csp=f#86624)
Duluth trading company??
https://m.duluthtrading.com/store/product/mens-outback-crusher-hat-70518.aspx?kw=Hats&processor=content (https://m.duluthtrading.com/store/product/mens-outback-crusher-hat-70518.aspx?kw=Hats&processor=content)
Don't overy look even menards and orvis if the site works?? its best to put hats in to their search bar and look threw what ever you find and buy what fits you ...
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Hands down the best hat I have ever used on those hot days:
http://m.thewarmingstore.com/enduracool-instant-cooling-cap.html?productid=enduracool-instant-cooling-cap&channelid=FROOG&utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=GoogleShopping&utm_campaign=SolidCactus&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgZjI3suD3AIViCSGCh1p-QV_EAQYAiABEgI2X_D_BwE (http://m.thewarmingstore.com/enduracool-instant-cooling-cap.html?productid=enduracool-instant-cooling-cap&channelid=FROOG&utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=GoogleShopping&utm_campaign=SolidCactus&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgZjI3suD3AIViCSGCh1p-QV_EAQYAiABEgI2X_D_BwE)
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Thanks for the responses....I've tried the regular ball caps with the mesh backs and I get burned right through the mesh.
I'm going to order one of the Simms and give it a whirl...thanks Baydog!!
Mine has had some serious use and has held up well, I'm sure you won't be disappointed!
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Tilly hat. Guaranteed for life. I love mine!
https://www.tilley.com/us_en/
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Say what you want....I prefer a big straw hat. If it's too hot, dunk it in the water and it'll cool your dome for hours. Cheap and effective, breathable, natural fiber, lightweight and ....it has the added bonus of keeping flies out of your ears. Not the buzzing kind, but the fly on the end of your fly line...as it comes zipping by your head after a lousy cast. Spritz it with a little bug juice and the buzzing flies and such will just leave you alone.
Mine cost about $5 at Wally World. They last 2-3 seasons of fishing, gardening, mowing the lawns and just hanging out.
Rg
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RG
I thought it would have been Amish made 😉
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What about a cold snap cooling towel under a ball cap?? Leave it hang long to cover the back of your neck..
https://youtu.be/ERzYzC8Hy4o (https://youtu.be/ERzYzC8Hy4o)
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Bought the koolsoly that’s for recommending it wore it today
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Bought the koolsoly that’s for recommending it wore it today
Reviews??
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that koolsoly looks great, especially for that price. Give it a review!
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I have something like this from Cabelas if I remember to bring it! It even has a clip in the back you clip to your shirt to prevent you from losing it in a stiff breeze.
(https://i.imgur.com/5xmyoe9.jpg)
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been wearing tilleys for maybe 25 years, they soak up a good amount of water and dont blow off your head with the front and back straps. needs to be one size larger as they sit on your head loosely. they have replaced mine maybe 4 times now under the lifetime warranty. also have a light hemp tilley but prefer the regular duck cotton with an oversized brim
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So after a couple failed attempts at having one of the Simms hats shipped, I stopped into the Trident fly fishing shop in Windham and they had one left.
I wore it today and was quite happy with it, it is very light and comfortable, I think it is just what I was looking for.
I looked at the Tilly's at Hamilton marine and the are also very nice but a bit heavier than the Simms, actually heavier than the one I have from cabellas. I'm sure it would outlast the Simms, and I would look much better in it but it's all about function.
Thanks everyone for the replies!!
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(https://s33.postimg.cc/w0yixt8bv/02_EB11_EC-70_A1-4_E67-_B711-01_FCEBD8_C224.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/w0yixt8bv/)
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been wearing tilleys for maybe 25 years, they soak up a good amount of water and dont blow off your head with the front and back straps. needs to be one size larger as they sit on your head loosely. they have replaced mine maybe 4 times now under the lifetime warranty. also have a light hemp tilley but prefer the regular duck cotton with an oversized brim
X2 Love that hat. Ears burn with caps and the cap with the neck flap was useless as that flap thing just blew around and looked ridiculous on me.