Cotton can be your best friend when trekking in desert climates; dunk the Outdoor Research Acacia Hat in a spring and let it cool you down as the wet fabric evaporates. A mesh crown and side panels allow body heat to escape while still protecting your head, face, and neck from the sun.
Purchase USD$45 or more and get free shipping. The Outdoor Research Acacia Hat is available through Altrec.com.
nanceneat
- April 15, 2011
Perfect sun hat
I purchashed this hat for my husband and he loved it. It will give him sun protection as well as a great look. It was delivered quickly in perfect condition( packed well). I'm sure it will deliver many years of wear and it also has a terrific warranty if there might be a problem. Very pleased with this purchase.
SunAvoider
- August 3, 2011
Nice fit, sizing info helped assure so. Well made and seems like it will last, but have only had it for a couple of weeks. Not inexpensive, but if it lasts will be well worth it.
PastyGringo
- July 19, 2011
So-So Sombrero
I bought this hat to cover my bald head and ginger skin during a recent resort vacation to Riviera Maya, Mexico. It did everything I asked it to do: provided me with plenty of shade, stayed cool, held up well in the pool when wet, floated, didn't fade, brim is stiff and stayed out of my eyes. If I had to nit pick, there would be two things: 1. This isn't a packable hat you roll up or flatten and throw in a pack or suitcase. The canvas-like fabric and mesh vents are stiff, making the hat prone to crushing and not regain its shape well. 2. It's a bit tall for my taste. The dome is high, especially if you're used to a close-fitting booney or bucket hat. The shape and style is more cowboy hat than sun hat.
Anon. Shopper
- July 14, 2010
Great Hat, so, so fit...
The quality of construction on this hat is supurb. The concept of the design with ventilation is outstanding in the hot sun in Colorado. My only concern is the size, mine was a bit smaller than expected.
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