Wide brim hat recommendations?

[King Saba]

What brand/type do you guys wear? I've been sporting a cloth one for some time now and while it has served me well it doesn't seem to cover my face all that well when the sun is at certain angles. Thanks!

[Dave Legacy]

How do you feel about a ball cap and a sun buff? I have a boonie hat, but even that is a bit cumbersome for my liking. I kind of remember that Outdoor Research makes some nice full brim sun hats.

This one caught my attention being waterproof and UV rated:
http://www.outdoorresearch.com/en/ca...view/id/56718/

These are super popular in my hometown and probably your most effective choice:

[AnachroniD]

Originally Posted by King Saba

What brand/type do you guys wear? I've been sporting a cloth one for some time now and while it has served me well it doesn't seem to cover my face all that well when the sun is at certain angles. Thanks!

My hat of choice...wear it everytime and it works great!

[HobieOneCanoebe]

Miller Light Boonies hat s-l300.jpg

[King Saba]

Originally Posted by Dave Legacy

How do you feel about a ball cap and a sun buff? I have a boonie hat, but even that is a bit cumbersome for my liking. I kind of remember that Outdoor Research makes some nice full brim sun hats.

This one caught my attention being waterproof and UV rated:
http://www.outdoorresearch.com/en/ca...view/id/56718/

These are super popular in my hometown and probably your most effective choice:

lol practically every Asian woman in my city wears that!

Originally Posted by AnachroniD

My hat of choice...wear it everytime and it works great!

Thanks! I've been wondering what brand this hat was called.

Originally Posted by HobieOneCanoebe

Miller Light Boonies hat Attachment 19905

Thanks. This is similar to what I'm sporting currently.

[CR Yaker]

The only hat you will ever need, especially for the tropics.

http://www.frillneck.com.au/catalog/...age.php?pID=71

[Saba Slayer]

You gotta have the right hat for the right situation...The mexican sombrero for those south of the border trips...the classic cowboy hat for trout fishing...the coolie hat for those Asian trips...and the always 'fashionable and cool' lifeguard hat for those So Cal beach trips...

[YTHunter]

Originally Posted by CR Yaker

The only hat you will ever need, especially for the tropics.

http://www.frillneck.com.au/catalog/...age.php?pID=71

What's the brand/name. Where do you get them?
Thanks

[ceruleandrms]

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[Mr. NiceGuy]

Lost my favorite hat when I rolled in the surf once. It was a good no-name. In my embarrassment, I didn't realize my hat was missing until I was loaded up and driving away.

Damn. I hate losing favorite gear like that. I think it goes with kayak fishing.

Replaced it with an "Airflo" hat made by Tilley. Look it up. It's excellent quality and they are "Insured against loss; Guaranteed for life." Keep the model number from your purchase and they'll send you another one free, for basically the cost of postage. The quality is excellent. There's a velcro pocket on the inside top for your fishing license and margarita money. Chin strap design is good for tightening down in the wind.

I don't expect to have another roll in the waves, but who knows?

http://www.tilley.com/us_en/ltm6-airflor.html


My normal size is 7 3/8. I bought a 7 1/2 and it's still a little tight. That may have been a fluke or a mislabeled single hat rather than the norm. For this reason, it's still better to try them on for fit so you can find one that's perfect before you buy.

If you're in San Diego, you can go to Village Hat Shop to try them on. I think the India St store is their main warehouse with the largest stock.

EDIT: terms of "insurance against loss" seems to be evolving. I think mine was for life, 100% with no deductible. My "Airflo" looks like it was the predecessor to some other hats that split off in that category. Read the details of the warranty for any hat you are considering buying. They may be tightening down on what was once an outstanding offer.

[DanaPT]

Originally Posted by Mr. NiceGuy

Lost my favorite hat when I rolled in the surf once. It was a good no-name. In my embarrassment, I didn't realize my hat was missing until I was loaded up and driving away.

Damn. I hate losing favorite gear like that. I think it goes with kayak fishing.

Replaced it with an "Airflo" hat made by Tilley. Look it up. It's excellent quality and they are "Insured against loss; Guaranteed for life." Keep the model number from your purchase and they'll send you another one free, for basically the cost of postage. The quality is excellent. There's a velcro pocket on the inside top for your fishing license and margarita money. Chin strap design is good for tightening down in the wind.

I don't expect to have another roll in the waves, but who knows?

http://www.tilley.com/us_en/ltm6-airflor.html
http://www.tilley.com/us_en/ltm2-airflor.html

My normal size is 7 3/8. I bought a 7 1/2 and it's still a little tight. That may have been a fluke or a mislabeled single hat rather than the norm. For this reason, it's still better to try them on for fit so you can find one that's perfect before you buy.

If you're in San Diego, you can go to Village Hat Shop to try them on. I think the India St store is their main warehouse with the largest stock.

EDIT: terms of "insurance against loss" seems to be evolving. I think mine was for life, 100% with no deductible. My "Airflo" looks like it was the predecessor to some other hats that split off in that category. Read the details of the warranty for any hat you are considering buying. They may be tightening down on what was once an outstanding offer.

That's what I have I like it a lot.

[King Saba]

Thanks for the suggestions!

Originally Posted by CR Yaker

The only hat you will ever need, especially for the tropics.

http://www.frillneck.com.au/catalog/...age.php?pID=71

Thought about this type before, but I'm not a big fan of face shields and will only wear it when the sun is strong out.

Originally Posted by Saba Slayer

You gotta have the right hat for the right situation...The mexican sombrero for those south of the border trips...the classic cowboy hat for trout fishing...the coolie hat for those Asian trips...and the always 'fashionable and cool' lifeguard hat for those So Cal beach trips...

lol no kidding.

Originally Posted by ful-rac

You could get yourself a real hat and go with a greg Andrew....

Probably the best dressed among all of us if I might say.

Originally Posted by Dirty Curti

Maybe after a couple of beers lol.

[RockyRaab]

May I add a second vote for a Tilley? None better. I've been wearing mine for all fishing and golf now for at least ten years. Throw it in the wash when it gets sweat-stained. In extreme sun, I add a Buff for my face and neck.

And while I'm at it, Bullfrog Gel sunblock is superb. No grease, no slippery hands, dries immediately, and sweat-proof.

[YakDout]

So after I finish hydrating with a couple dozen beers this is typically what I do.




I majored in origami in college so I guess that helps.

Best thing is that I have hundreds of these, new one each time Im on the water. Try making one of these while paddling you hobie skeptics.

[Mr_Fixit]

I know this isnt a wide brim hat, but it certainly provides full coverage without being an issue in wind. The material drys real fast if it gets wet also.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[King Saba]

Originally Posted by YakDout

So after I finish hydrating with a couple dozen beers this is typically what I do.




I majored in origami in college so I guess that helps.

Best thing is that I have hundreds of these, new one each time Im on the water. Try making one of these while paddling you hobie skeptics.

How much you selling them for? lol

[YakDout]

Originally Posted by King Saba

How much you selling them for? lol

With or without the beer? It is coors light, that shit aint cheap...wait, yes it is.