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Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero -
Keep your head dry and sweat-free in any downpour with the Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero.
The Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero is a burly full-coverage hat designed for extremely wet climates. In Seattle, there are two types of weather. It's either raining, or it's about to start raining. The Seattle Sombrero's waterproof breathable Taslan Gore-Tex to keep the downpour from soaking your head. Its soft brushed-tricot lining wicks moisture, and the chin strap is removable. The foam-stiffened brim on this Outdoor Research hat offers full protection from rain or sun, directing water away from your head when it's really coming down. And if things get really wet--like, you fall into the river you're rafting--the sombrero's foam brim floats. Maybe better than your boat.
Insulation:
- Long enough so the hat can be dropped down onto the upper back.
- Keeps water from running down your neck; yet, not so long that it gets in the way of a backpack.
Sizing:
- A two-inch length of elastic in the Cinch-Band increases comfort at the band bystretching a small distance.
Weather and Wind:
- Not only does this hat pass all of our quality standards, but it also passes W.L. Gore's tough rain room test.
- Spreads perspiration rapidly over its surface to aid in more rapid exhaust of vapor through the Gore-Tex crown.
- Sombrero is waterproof, windproof, and vapor permeable
- Allows the outer shell to be held away from the head a bit, maintaining air flowand therefore greater comfort and vapor exhaust through the Gore-Tex membrane.
- Waterproof/breathable, 3-layer 70D Taslan GORE-TEX fabric crown, seam taped
- Waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex®/Taslan® nylon crown and moisture-moving WickLine® lining work together to keep you dry and comfortable
- Factory seam-sealed; earns Gore's "Guaranteed to Keep You Dry" rating
Comfort:
- Brushed tricot interior for comfort and moisture management
Neck:
- When the sun comes out the neck is protected from being burned.
Fabric:
- Very comfortable material to have next to the skin. Feels dry even when wet.
- 100% polyester lining
Lining and Layers:
- Brushed lining manages perspiration
- Three-layer 70-denier Taslan GORE-TEX shell
Fit:
- Comfortable, contoured fit in the windiest weather; little space between head and crown of the hat.
- Small fits 21-5/8 in.
- Medium fits 22-1/2 in.
- Large fits 23-1/4 in.
- Easy sizing of the internal headband to accommodate a liner or to simply tightenthe fit to keep the hat on in the wind.
- Internal cinch-band size adjustment system allows you to customize the fit
Ventilation:
- Wicking
- Brim can be fastened on one side of crown or both when greater visibility, ventilation, or style is needed.
- 100% waterproof, breathable protection
Straps:
- Removable, adjustable chin strap
- Chin strap prevents hat from flying away on windy days
Features:
- Backpacker® Magazine’s 2005 Editors’ Choice Gold Award
- Brim can be turned up and secured with VELCRO® brand closure tab on one or on both sides
- 1-inch wide elastic in headband.
- Durable
- Longer brim in back than in front
- Hook/loop tabs on brim and dome allows sides of brim to be flipped up.
- Specially shaped brim directs water away from your head
- Removable chin cord with cordlock.
- Hook and loop tabs on crown and brim.
- When it's windy the chin cord keeps the hat from flying overboard. For less intense situations, it can easily be untied from the loops above the ears.
- Removable drawcord under chin
- In addition to the obvious structure benefits of foam in the brim, it also allows this hat to float if blown overboard.
- Internal Cinch-Band adjustment (pat. #4,845,782).
TahoeMountainSports.com
Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero is the ever-classic waterproof GORE-TEX rain hat that can stand up to the heaviest deluge.
Fully taped Taslan GORE-TEX dome is waterproof, windproof, and breathable.
Comfortable, contoured fit in the windiest weather with little space between head and crown of the hat.
Guaranteed To Keep You Dry certification.
Passes W.L. Gore's tough rain room test.
Brushed tricot interior is soft and wicks away moisture, spreading perspiration rapidly over its surface to aid in more rapid exhaust of vapor through the GORE-TEX crown.
Tricot is soft against the skin and feels dry even when wet.
Cinch-Band adjustment of the internal headband can accommodate a liner or simply tighten the fit to keep the hat from blowing away.
Outer shell is held away from the head a bit to maintain air flow and therefore greater comfort and vapor transmission through the GORE-TEX membrane.
Two-inch span of elastic in the Cinch-Band increases comfort.
Foam-stiffened brim helps hat keep its shape and stay afloat if it goes overboard.
Hook and loop tabs on brim and dome allows sides of brim to be flipped up.
Brim longer in back than front keeps water from running down your neck without getting in the way of a backpack.
Brim provides sun protection when the rain finally stops.
Removable chin cord with cordlock.
Backpacker Magazine's 2005 Editor's Choice Gold Award.
Infinite Guarantee - Outdoor Research products are guaranteed forever.
Ditch the claustrophobic hood on your rain jacket and stay comfortable and dry while seeing and hearing better.
Whether you're headed to the Pacific Northwest or on a tropical vacation, don't leave home without this best-selling Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero.
Backcountry Edge
A perennial award-winner, the classic Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero is the most recognizable rain hat in the outdoors. Even in the worst of rain storms, the Seattle Sombrero keeps your head dry.
Zappos.com
If 20 years as Outdoor Research's best-selling hat doesn't convince you that the Seattle Sombrero can keep you bone dry, nothing will.Backpacker® Magazine's 2005 Editor's Choice Gold Award winner.
breathable GORE-TEX® fabric sheds water like it's going out of style.
Fully taped seams provide superior protection from wet weather.
70D fabric resists wear and tear.
Brushed tricot interior wicks away moisture and feels soft against your skin.
Internal Cinch-Band™ adjustment for proper fit.
The foam-stiffened brim floats in case you drop your hat into an accommodating river or lake.
Hook-and-loop tabs on brim and dome allow you to flip up the sides of the brim when the rain subsides.
with cordlock holds hat in place on blustery days.
100% nylon.
Wash cold and dry flat.
Cabelas
Seattle residents are experts at dealing with rain, so it makes sense that this rainy-day classic should bear the name most noted for wet, soggy weather. The Seattle Sombrero has been tested in some of the heartiest downpours in the world. The Three-layer 70-denier Taslan® GORE-TEX® shell offers 100% waterproof, breathable protection, while the brushed lining manages perspiration. The specially shaped brim directs water away from your head when the skies open up, and provides shady relief from the sun when it finally comes out again. Hook-and-loop tabs on brim and dome allow for sides of brim to be flipped up. Foam-stiffened brim floats if your hat goes overboard! Internal cinch-band adjustment. A handy, removable adjustable chin strap keeps it in place when wind accompanies the rain. Imported.
Sizes:
Sizes:
Mountain Gear
Yell Arriba! and head out into the drizzle with the Seattle Sombrero from Outdoor Research. Your head won't suffer from the northwestern clime thanks to fully seam-taped GORE-TEX fabric and a wide, foam-stiffened brim that floats in case your hat gets knocked into the harbor down by Pike's Place Market.
Appalachain Outdoors
The Backpacker Award Winning Seattle Sombrero Hat from Outdoor Research offers ultimate waterproof protection from the heaviest of downpours. The brim of the hat is designed to divert water away from your face should you find yourself in a monsoon.Moosejaw
The Seattle Sombrero by Outdoor Research. Tested in some of the heartiest downpours the world has to offer, the "Sea Somb" is a rainy day classic. The shell offers waterproof protection and the brushed lining manages perspiration. The shaped brim directs water away from your head when it's gushing.
Oregon Mountain Community
Tested in some of the heartiest downpours the world has to offer, the Seattle Sombrero offers respite for the hardcore. Hikers, fishermen, and paddlers will rejoice at how this waterproof/breathable brimmed hat directs rain. Awarded Backpacker Magazine's 2005 Editors' Choice Gold Award.
REI
Designed to fend off rain, the Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero also provides protection from the sun's harmful UV rays.
Sizing information for head circumference is as follows:
Imported.
WestMarine.com
The Seattle Sombrero™ is waterproof, highly breathable and wind resistant. An internal WickLine headband helps keep perspiration from interfering with your visibility. Wear it paddling, fishing or wherever storm clouds gather. Features Taslan GORE-TEX® crown, seam taped construction and a foam-stiffened brim with Velcro® tabs, removable chin cord and cordlock. Imported.
FontanaSports.com
Tested in some of the heartiest downpours the world has to offer, the GORE-TEX, Backpacker Magazine award-winning `Sea Somb` is a rainy day classic. The shell offers ultimate waterproof protection, and the brushed lining wicks perspiration away from the skin. The shaped brim directs water away from your face when in monsoon-like conditions.
Features:
/breathable, 3-layer 70D Taslan Gore-Tex fabric crown, seam taped.
(U.S. pat. #4,845,782)
with cordlock.
• Avg. weight: 3.2 oz./91 g (size L)
Sizing:
• S: 6 7/8.
• M: 7 1/8.
• L: 7 3/8.
• XL: 7 5/8
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Also available for: Women
| Activity: | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Adjustability: | hook and loop strap |
| Brim: | 3" front and sides, 3 3/4" back / 8 cm front and sides, 9.5 cm back |
| Circumference: | 26 in |
| Fabric: | 3-layer 70D Taslan GORE-TEX crown / 100% nylon brim / 100% polyester lining |
| Hat style: | Rain hat |
| Insulated: | no |
| Liner Material: | Polyester |
| Lining fabric: | Nylon/polyester |
| Material: | Exterior: Waterproof/breathable 3-layer 70D Taslan Gore-Tex Interior: Brushed tricot |
| Moisture wicking: | Yes |
| Outer Material: | Nylon |
| Quick drying: | Yes |
| Recommended Use: | Hiking, backpacking, boating or any wet-weather activity |
| Sizes: | S, M, L, XL. |
| Sizing L: | 7 3/8 US or 23 1/4 in. or 59cm |
| Sizing M: | 7 1/8 US or 22 1/2 in. or 57cm |
| Sizing S: | 6 7/8 US or 21 5/8 in. or 55cm |
| Sizing XL: | 7 5/8 US or 24 in. or 61cm |
| Type: | Rain Hat |
| UPF: | 50+ |
| UPF Rated: | no |
| Waterproof: | yes |
| Weatherproof Material: | GORE-TEX |
| Weight: | (Size Large) 3.2 oz. |
| Weight [with packaging]: | Medium: 0.3 lb, Large: 0.45 lb, Small, X-Large: 0.5 lb |
| Windproof: | yes |
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Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero Reviews:
Positive Reviews:
Best hat for the rain
I would give it 4.5 stars if I could. It is so close to perfect..... It does SUCH a nice job dealing with the rain; even a downpour. Longer brim in the back; I have never had the rain funneled down my neck like so many lesser hats do. Have had this one for a few years and would definitely buy again. I fold it, crush it, wad it up in a suitcase..... It will look funny for an hour or so but the creases always go a way.
First thing to improve? GET RID OF THE VELCRO! It is nice to fold up one side of the hat (oh, big brim means reduced hearing BTW) but a breeze flips up the sides too. It is really a problem! You have to tighten the drawcord all the way (ouch on the beard!) to apply enough pressure to keep the sides down on a windy day. Hang out on the Oregon coast for a while, where you have rain and wind aplenty, you will know what I mean before too long.
The other issue is the one that keeps this from being my "only" hat. It does get too hot. I can't fairly say it does not breathe, it just does not breathe well enough. If you are exerting yourself or if the temp is over 65-70 deg F (for me anyway), you can count on getting soaked under this hat. That makes this my rain hat only but for rain, there is nothing better.....
First thing to improve? GET RID OF THE VELCRO! It is nice to fold up one side of the hat (oh, big brim means reduced hearing BTW) but a breeze flips up the sides too. It is really a problem! You have to tighten the drawcord all the way (ouch on the beard!) to apply enough pressure to keep the sides down on a windy day. Hang out on the Oregon coast for a while, where you have rain and wind aplenty, you will know what I mean before too long.
The other issue is the one that keeps this from being my "only" hat. It does get too hot. I can't fairly say it does not breathe, it just does not breathe well enough. If you are exerting yourself or if the temp is over 65-70 deg F (for me anyway), you can count on getting soaked under this hat. That makes this my rain hat only but for rain, there is nothing better.....
100% waterproof. Let me say it again, 100% waterproof! This is by far the greatest, 100% waterproof hat you can get for any outdoor venture where you might expect rain, downpours, and the like. I wear glasses, and the brim on this Sombrero is wide enough to keep even your glasses dry in the heaviest of rain storms. The back of the hat extends back far enough to keep the rain from going down your back, hence, longer in the back then in the front and sides. You put this baby on and you will be dry, and stay dry thanks to the gore-tex crown, and the 100% waterproof brim!!! Bottom line, where ever you go and whatever your hobby (hiking, fishing, hunting, etc) if you want a lightweight hat that will keep you dry all day and night, then this is your hat. Buy it and you thank me big time. Oh, by the way, you are quite welcome. One more thing, and this is very important, the inside of the brim has an adjustable Velcro strap, and my size is usually a 7 1/4 so I picked up a medium and it fits perfect after I made a slight tightening of the aforementioned strap. Cheers!
I am a member of a GORE-TEX product testing team and received this hat a sample while working at a gear store about 5 years ago.
That said, these hats are great. They last forever (mine doesn't show any wear and tear and my father has had one for at least 10 years) and are very functional.
I will readily admit that they aren't the most stylish thing out there, but whether you're venturing out in the rain, wind or sun, this hat does a great job of protecting you from the elements. The brim keeps rain off the face and back of you neck and shades you from the sun. The velcro patches make it easy to hold the sides up and the chin cord ensures that your hat won't run away from you.
I use mine primarily in the rain and on river trips - they are warm enough that I don't love using it in the middle of the summer when it's hot and sunny out (although I have used it for that purpose on occasion).
The Sombrero's light and packs down enough that it will easily disappear in a back pack.
All in all, a great hat if you pick function over form.
Reviewing the original
I got my Seattle Sombrero back in 1994 when I was a boy scout going on my first backpacking trip. I'm sure the product has changed a little bit since then, but now that I'm an adult leader with a boy scout troop that original one is still going strong for me on campouts.
On one backpacking trip as a boy I was playing around by a river and ended up falling completely in. After I climbed out the only thing dry was the hair on my head. I think that says more than enough about the waterproofness of the hat. Just this past weekend I wore my hat on a camping trip throughout a Sunday morning downpour. For a 17 year old hat, the Gore-Tex is still doing what it's meant to do.
Some other people complain about the hat not keeping it's shape, but I actually like that. It allows me to fold the thing up and shove it in a pocket in my pack. I can pull it out, reshape it a little, and throw it on.
On one backpacking trip as a boy I was playing around by a river and ended up falling completely in. After I climbed out the only thing dry was the hair on my head. I think that says more than enough about the waterproofness of the hat. Just this past weekend I wore my hat on a camping trip throughout a Sunday morning downpour. For a 17 year old hat, the Gore-Tex is still doing what it's meant to do.
Some other people complain about the hat not keeping it's shape, but I actually like that. It allows me to fold the thing up and shove it in a pocket in my pack. I can pull it out, reshape it a little, and throw it on.
Works for me.
I'm an adventure motorcyclist. I purchased the OR Seattle Sombrero 5 years ago because it had a wide brim, was Gore-Tex waterproof, and was waddable. I wanted a singular hat that was functional in snow, rain and 120 degree F desert heat. 95% of the time this hat is wadded up and crammed in a corner of a saddlebag. It's been to all 50 US states and 15 countries between Deadhorse, Alaska and Ushuaia, Argentina.
It's been washed and rewaterproofed a half-dozen times using NikWax products. This hat does everything it's supposed to do in most weather conditions except with aggressive winds. The brim flops up and down and catches the Velcro in the up position which defeats the broad brim's protection. I added a clip on the end of the hat's lanyard to keep the hat from blowing away.
The OR Seattle Sombrero is not a fashion statement. I'm often ridiculed while wearing it but that always changes once it starts raining. It is defiantly a "form follows function" protective gear that works for me.
It's been washed and rewaterproofed a half-dozen times using NikWax products. This hat does everything it's supposed to do in most weather conditions except with aggressive winds. The brim flops up and down and catches the Velcro in the up position which defeats the broad brim's protection. I added a clip on the end of the hat's lanyard to keep the hat from blowing away.
The OR Seattle Sombrero is not a fashion statement. I'm often ridiculed while wearing it but that always changes once it starts raining. It is defiantly a "form follows function" protective gear that works for me.
very nice rainy weather hat!!
This thing is the bomb! Yes it's warm, that's whst the (micro) fleece liner is for!! Who buys fleece lined goretex and expects to wear it in summer heat? I walk 5+ miles every other day at a good pace. This thing is wonderful in typical late fall, winter, and early spring rains here in Seattle, typically 35-45 degrees F. It sheds rain like a ducks' back. The brim does tend to flop around in gusty winds, but in winds that strong a brimmed hat will either flop around (if the brim is flexible) or generate enough lift to tend to get blown off (if the brim is stiff.) The problem is the wind and the wing-like brim, not any particular hat or design. I do like the idea of snaps instead of velcro, but not enough to avoid buying the hat or dinging it in reviews. I bought this hat wanting it to keep my head warm in the constant 35-45 deg F rains of western Washington, and it excels at that!!
Perfect hat after easy modification
I've had this hat for over 5 years and used it on many rainy kayaking or canoeing outings, and numerous hikes in steady rain. It always has kept my head dry and the broad brim keeps the runoff out of my collar, raincoat hood (if folded flat), and face, keeping my eyeglasses dry. It's vastly better than a raincoat hood. It's a bit hot in warm weather. Only serious "con" is the velcro tab; even a moderate wind easily blows up the side brim, attaches it to the velcro, and it stays up. So when kayaking in a breezy rain, I constantly had to pry down the windward side brim to keep that side of my head protected and dry. My wife solved the problem by cutting matching loop velcro pieces to cover the brim's hook velcro. I have these on nearly all the time. If I was buying again, I'd check out OR's snap version - the Nimbus Sombrero.
Perfect with a softshell
I bought this hat on a recent winter day in the Pacific Northwest anticipating a long day of rain, snow, and sleet. It was my intention to use it with my softshell as a more-mobile outfit than wearing a hooded rainshell while hiking for more comfort and freedom of movement. Happily, it was PERFECT in this role. It completely deflected everything mother nature threw at me that day, keeping my head nice and dry and not letting any water down my collar thanks to the wide brim. The next day at higher altitudes, with clumps of powder cascading from the tall pines, it did a great job of deflecting that too and allowed me to 'tuck' down into my collar when bigger whisps of blowing snow came at me, giving me a terrific experience free from worry and full of wonder at the great outdoors. This hat is amazing.
Warm & Dry
Nice hat in that it is definitely water proof and will keep you dry. However, it is much too warm to use on active adventures any time of year except cold winters.
In cool to warm weather, your head will sweat - alot.
I ended up not using it as much for alot of hiking or backpacking, but more shorter day hikes in cold, wet weather and for walking the dog in the rain, etc.
What others say about the sides and the brim blowing up and sticking to the velcro so you have to pull down is definitely true.
Nice hat though if your main goal is to stay dry.
* One tip is I use in winter with an UnderArmor dew-rag as base layer to wick sweat and so my ears are covered, with this on top and it is plenty warm and waterproof.
In cool to warm weather, your head will sweat - alot.
I ended up not using it as much for alot of hiking or backpacking, but more shorter day hikes in cold, wet weather and for walking the dog in the rain, etc.
What others say about the sides and the brim blowing up and sticking to the velcro so you have to pull down is definitely true.
Nice hat though if your main goal is to stay dry.
* One tip is I use in winter with an UnderArmor dew-rag as base layer to wick sweat and so my ears are covered, with this on top and it is plenty warm and waterproof.
Much better than a baseball hat at keeping the sun at bay. I used mine mostly during the summer down in the Gulf of Mexico doing work offshore, where there's only the sun and very little shade. It performed fine, was comfortable, and kept the sun at bay. The few times I was outside in a squall it did its job and kept the rain off, so no complaints there. It seems to be holding up fine too, despite being crushed in various bags etc during movements, so again, no complaints. Their sizing seems accurate as the large fits me well and thats what my hat size is. Overall a very nice hat!
As a disclaimer, I am affiliated with Gore for product testing of Gore-tex and Windstopper garments for the purpose of product review and recommendation. I do receive items from Gore for these purposes.
Negative Reviews:
The Good and the Bad
I've owned my Seattle Sombrero for 2 years now. I have noticed a couple issues with this hat.
1. There are little heat glued spots that keep the inner and outer liner together on the top of the inner liner. Over time they will separate and becomes annoying as the top Gortex fabric will separate from the inner liner in light wind conditions.
2. If you have the brim down and you get a small gust of wind the Velcro on the brim will hit the Velcro on the hat causing it to attach when you don’t want the brim to be up. You constantly have to pull the brim back down.
3. After a couple years the brim does loose shape.
4. Too warm. The inner liner is way to warm for the summer months. You will sweat buckets on a 75+ degree day.
I personally would recommend the OR Nimbus Sombrero Hat because it is a lighter hat, has snaps instead of Velcro.
For a hat you are going to wear sparingly it is great but if you plan to wear it many times throughout the year I would not recommend the Seattle Sombrero because you will just have to purchase another one in 1-2 years.
1. There are little heat glued spots that keep the inner and outer liner together on the top of the inner liner. Over time they will separate and becomes annoying as the top Gortex fabric will separate from the inner liner in light wind conditions.
2. If you have the brim down and you get a small gust of wind the Velcro on the brim will hit the Velcro on the hat causing it to attach when you don’t want the brim to be up. You constantly have to pull the brim back down.
3. After a couple years the brim does loose shape.
4. Too warm. The inner liner is way to warm for the summer months. You will sweat buckets on a 75+ degree day.
I personally would recommend the OR Nimbus Sombrero Hat because it is a lighter hat, has snaps instead of Velcro.
For a hat you are going to wear sparingly it is great but if you plan to wear it many times throughout the year I would not recommend the Seattle Sombrero because you will just have to purchase another one in 1-2 years.
Looked good on the rack
I wanted another Tilley T3 or ventilated sun hat last September, but the Huntington Beach store didn't have the right size, this looked like the best sun protection hat on the rack.
It's constructed in two layers; the inner layer is attached to the chin strap, the outer layer is attached to the inner layer only at the outer edge of the brim. So in any kind of breeze the outer layer balloons up off the inner layer, making the thing an object of amusement rather than a useful hat.
Also, the brim is so floppy that it blows up in any breeze, so ears etc. are fully exposed to the sun.
When I am hiking with this hat in a breeze, I either have my head cocked over to windward to keep the hat and its brim in place, or I am holding the hat down with my hand.
This may be the hat to wear in the cold and rainy forests of the northwest where Outdoor Research Seattle may have done its research but it has not been great for me in sunny southern California.
It's constructed in two layers; the inner layer is attached to the chin strap, the outer layer is attached to the inner layer only at the outer edge of the brim. So in any kind of breeze the outer layer balloons up off the inner layer, making the thing an object of amusement rather than a useful hat.
Also, the brim is so floppy that it blows up in any breeze, so ears etc. are fully exposed to the sun.
When I am hiking with this hat in a breeze, I either have my head cocked over to windward to keep the hat and its brim in place, or I am holding the hat down with my hand.
This may be the hat to wear in the cold and rainy forests of the northwest where Outdoor Research Seattle may have done its research but it has not been great for me in sunny southern California.
Useless in wind
This hat is fine until a light breeze starts. The brim flies up with light gusts, letting the rain blow into your face (or side, or back, depending on the wind). It's awful if you wear glasses; they get soaked and you can't see clearly. I dumped this and bought an REI rain hat that has a metal wire in the brim edge. Never been wet since!
Not a warm weather hat
I like the style and liner of this hat, but I returned it after wearing it for one hike. The liner may wick some heat and moisture, but not near as much as it produces. The nylon/polyester liner is too hot for summer wear, which is when I most need it. Change the liner and I would give it a 5.
Neutral Reviews:
If you need to keep completely dry in calm conditions, this is a perfect hat for you. It's well-made and completely waterproof. The problem arises when it's windy. Because the brim is very lightweight and unstructured, it easily blows up in the wind, allowing rain to hit your face, back of neck, or side of head. It's only if you hold the brim in place that you can manage to stay dry.
Great in rain and sun
This hat is marketed as rain gear, but it's also great on the beach or anywhere in the sun. The wide brim provides great sun protection, and the absorbent headband is great for sweat. Plus, it's obviously designed to manage water, so it's perfect for the beach (both in and out of the water).
Well this thing seems pretty solid. Very soft lining so my balding head feels great in it. There is an adjustable hook and loop strap inside to help get that perfect fit. Now I just need to get some rain. Best go to Seattle.
Seattle Sombrero
Great looking hat that fits well and packs easily in a suitcase. Great for cold weather. But be warned, not a good choice for warm or hot weather (used it in French Polynesia—think hot and humid—and wasn't a happy camper—my error in judgement.
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