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01/10/2021 10:19AM
An old post on Tilley hats was recently commented on, and asked the question: Are they worth it? Well that got me thinking. What is everybody's favorite BWCA hat? Mine is the Shelta Seahawk. Not the cheapest hat around, but I love it. It was a Father's Day gift a few years back. When and if this one ever falls apart, i will definitely buy another one. Totally worth it. Show some pics of you and your favorite hat enjoying the outdoors.
01/10/2021 11:34AM
Not a BWCA fav but an everyday along with trip use. A Filson Original Shelter Cloth Hat, not oil treated. Also known a bucket hat. Have several in Shelter cloth, wool, Tin Cloth. Also some Packer style with wider brims.
You'd be hard pressed to find a photo of me without the hat!
butthead
You'd be hard pressed to find a photo of me without the hat!
butthead
"never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups" George Carlin
01/13/2021 07:51PM
TipsyPaddler: "gymcoachdon: "Tilley Airflow, I have tested its ability to float twice now. I like that it is washable, the rim is wide and keeps its shape. On hot days, it gets dipped in the lake frequently to help cool me down. "
+1 only test flotation once but the rest mirrors my experience "
+2 on the Tilley airflow. It’s floated once. I wrote in permanent marker the names of two good friends who passed away on the brim. It keeps me grateful that I am able to be in the BWCA.
01/13/2021 09:21PM
+3 on the Tilley Airflow hat. It keeps the sun off my neck and ears. It’s not hot on after spending hours out fishing. On windy days I use the cord to prevent the hat from blowing off my head. It’s worth every Penny.
"So many lakes, so little time." WWJD
01/16/2021 01:00PM
I'm sold on the Tilley Airflow. I previously owned 5 or 6 cheaper vented hats. Each one exposed my scalp to sunburn through the venting. In frustration, I finally bought the expensive Tilley and have never regretted it.
The picture is of my nonverbal son and I camping on the Turkey River in Iowa.
The picture is of my nonverbal son and I camping on the Turkey River in Iowa.
02/01/2021 09:14PM
JWilder: "
These two hats go with me on every trip. I also wear them while not tripping. Love 'em!
Sorry, didn't fully read the instructions...
Here you go,
J"
I like looking at the reflection in your sunglasses. Not sure why, it's just neat.
I see you wear paddling gloves. Do you get hot in those?
02/01/2021 09:19PM
Since they haven''t been mentioned, I'll put forth another option some folks might want to check out... Sunday Afternoons Charter Breeze
After decades of canoe/sun hats... the last ten years, using a Tilley.
Tilley durability and washer capability are real plus factors. Even though mine was an airflow model, it was still very hot...like having a sauna on my head.
My top priorities are ventilation and sun protection...last season I tried the Sunday Afternoons Charter Breeze model... for me it is the best hat I have found with those features.
After decades of canoe/sun hats... the last ten years, using a Tilley.
Tilley durability and washer capability are real plus factors. Even though mine was an airflow model, it was still very hot...like having a sauna on my head.
My top priorities are ventilation and sun protection...last season I tried the Sunday Afternoons Charter Breeze model... for me it is the best hat I have found with those features.
Just one guy's opinion...
02/03/2021 12:16PM
A couple years back my wife got a Stetson Bozeman Wool Hat as a Christmas present for me. I've loved it so far. Since it's wool it does well with moisture and it keeps me warm, but never makes me hot. I'd highly recommend it if you want to spend a little but not a lot on a new nice hat to last a while.
"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." – Bilbo Baggins
02/05/2021 03:30PM
I like my Tilley airflow in cold weather but it's too warm for anything above 40 degrees. I have a cheap Bass Pro Shops boonie hat (currently clearance sale for $9.77) I bought when I had an unexpected opportunity to fish on a business trip to Miami that works great unless it's stocking cap weather.
02/05/2021 09:49PM
Without doubt for any Wilderness canoe trip other than in October a Filson Packer in waxed tin cloth. Extremely durable, right sized brim, and if given a recoat of wax every year or two sheds water. In a steady rain or down pour it can be angled slightly to keep rain off my glasses. For colder and drier times Filson merino wool beanies. The previous version is a bit more durable than the current “watch cap” version, but there are more color options now. I never go on a wilderness canoe trip without each.
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09/04/2021 10:01PM
Did someone try embroidered cap ? If so, which brand will fit the same way? My father got one and handed it to me from the California Tour. I have cut it out and I like the fit, but it's difficult to find the caps that fit in the same way.
life is a Gift
09/06/2021 02:55PM
Most of the time I wear a Headsweats running cap. Cool, drys fast, and shades my eyes. If I feel the need for additional protection for my neck and ears I use a Tilley Airflow, but most of the time I grab a Headsweats cap. The Tilley provides more protection, I just prefer the Headsweats.
09/06/2021 07:03PM
Sunday afternoons boonie style or Charter hat - lightweight and my head doesn't sweat like it did with the Tilley or the Filson shelter cloth hat.
Sunday afternoons hat was recommended by a dermatologist friend for sun protection.
The Tilley is nicer for cold weather.
The Filson was very hot, retained the moisture/sweat and shrunk. The waxed cotton kept water out as well as it kept sweat in. I was glad to give it away.
Sunday afternoons hat was recommended by a dermatologist friend for sun protection.
The Tilley is nicer for cold weather.
The Filson was very hot, retained the moisture/sweat and shrunk. The waxed cotton kept water out as well as it kept sweat in. I was glad to give it away.
09/08/2021 10:14AM
Not a Tilley - I usually find my Tilley way to warm hiking, well into the shoulder seasons, and relatively heavy. It is awesome in every other aspect and commands respect. :-) My favorite cap was a Old Navy ball-cap like, super light weight, dries fast, breathable, and made me look good. Outdoor Research has similar caps, but not in my small size... Sorry I have to pictures.
Time in the woods leaves no time for carving and drawing. Carving and drawing leaves no time for getting lost in the woods. I really need to retire.
09/08/2021 10:32AM
bhouse46: "
I have my second Outback Trading Co canvas brimmed hat. Lost the first one going overboard in the BWCA in 2011 and replaced it when I got home.
When it gets cold I have a backup. "
@boonie LOL no problem during deer season. Any self respecting hunter knows the difference between Bullwinkle and a deer. Ummm...that is a moose, right?
Gotta love it!
Time in the woods leaves no time for carving and drawing. Carving and drawing leaves no time for getting lost in the woods. I really need to retire.
09/08/2021 11:09AM
Scout64: "I have to say my "REI Paddling hat" is by far my favorite. In high winds, the chin strap has saved the hat from the lake many times. It also serves as a sleep aid. "
I also have rei which I like. Tillys look like nice but I refuse to spend more on a hat then what good pair of pants cost!
I like caps but I’ve seen way too many farmers with the tops of their ears trimmed due to cancer!
You're going to HELL and you're going to drag me with ya!! -Gunsmoke
09/08/2021 01:09PM
butthead: "Not a BWCA fav but an everyday along with trip use. A Filson Original Shelter Cloth Hat, not oil treated. Also known a bucket hat. Have several in Shelter cloth, wool, Tin Cloth. Also some Packer style with wider brims.
You'd be hard pressed to find a photo of me without the hat!
butthead"
This. Plus this for the slushy water season:
Filson Mackinaw Cap
and this for the hard water season:
Filson Double Mackinaw Hat
and this for staying lead-free in November:
Stormy Kromer Rancher Cap in blaze orange
04/22/2024 11:50AM
Lol! I'm sure it looks right at home in the great outdoors!
As for Tilley hats, they do have a bit of a reputation for being durable and well-made. Some folks swear by them for their longevity and functionality. It might be a splurge, but if it lasts for years and becomes a part of your outdoor story, it could be worth it!
If anyone's still on the hunt for a good outdoor hat or other gear, you might want to check out safety clothes, too. They can offer extra protection and comfort for those long days outside. You can find some options on fullsource.com .
As for Tilley hats, they do have a bit of a reputation for being durable and well-made. Some folks swear by them for their longevity and functionality. It might be a splurge, but if it lasts for years and becomes a part of your outdoor story, it could be worth it!
If anyone's still on the hunt for a good outdoor hat or other gear, you might want to check out safety clothes, too. They can offer extra protection and comfort for those long days outside. You can find some options on fullsource.com .
04/22/2024 04:01PM
I have a Tilley Airflow that I spent way too much on. It was one of those purchases where I was on my way north and had made the decision ahead of time that I was going to get a hat. I stopped at REI and had to choose between the expensive good one or a cheap one I didn't like and looked like it would turn into a rag the first time it rained. I should have walked away, but I was in a hurry and emotionally invested in getting a hat...
I like my hat and use it often, not trying to say anything negative about the hat, just my decision making at the time. Being vented is a great feature that I really notice and enjoy. There is just no way I could have justified $90 about 5 years ago on a hat if I had been thinking rationally.
I like my hat and use it often, not trying to say anything negative about the hat, just my decision making at the time. Being vented is a great feature that I really notice and enjoy. There is just no way I could have justified $90 about 5 years ago on a hat if I had been thinking rationally.
04/22/2024 09:51PM
A1t2o: "There is just no way I could have justified $90 about 5 years ago on a hat if I had been thinking rationally."
It's ok, A1t2o. We're all gearaholics so we understand. You're among friends here. :)
"Keep close to Nature's heart, yourself; and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean." ~ John Muir
04/24/2024 01:33PM
A1t2o: "I have a Tilley Airflow that I spent way too much on. It was one of those purchases where I was on my way north and had made the decision ahead of time that I was going to get a hat. I stopped at REI and had to choose between the expensive good one or a cheap one I didn't like and looked like it would turn into a rag the first time it rained. I should have walked away, but I was in a hurry and emotionally invested in getting a hat...
I like my hat and use it often, not trying to say anything negative about the hat, just my decision making at the time. Being vented is a great feature that I really notice and enjoy. There is just no way I could have justified $90 about 5 years ago on a hat if I had been thinking rationally."
I always think that my Tilley was one of the best 90 bucks I've ever spent, lol!
So many fish,so little time
04/27/2024 11:08AM
Genuine USMC boonie hat. I’m no Marine by any stretch but the US makes fine gear. I googled it. Lightweight, breathable, waterproof mostly and bad ass cool. I luv my boonie hat!
I have run into a couple real live Marines who knew it was a reg boonie hat, and they asked if I was a brother and like no man but I’m glad you’re on my side. One said all it is missing is the shotgun shells in the slots. Let’s hope it doesn’t get to that…
I have run into a couple real live Marines who knew it was a reg boonie hat, and they asked if I was a brother and like no man but I’m glad you’re on my side. One said all it is missing is the shotgun shells in the slots. Let’s hope it doesn’t get to that…
04/28/2024 04:40PM
Sunday Afternoons Ultra Storm Bucket. A light bucket hat that works great for sun but is waterproof too. I can keep my glasses on in the rain but avoid using a hood.
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