Radar Pocket Cap
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Good choice!!
I purchased this hat green colors. I based my choice on the sizing chart as well as previous experience with OR hats. It is fine and fits as expected. Radar pocket cap is lightweight, comfortable, and are quality constructed. It is significantly shorter than an average baseball hat that show unique style what I want.
January 21, 2012
One comfortable hat!
Purchased this hat on sale and honestly didn't expect to love it this much! It's highly breathable in both warm and cold conditions, lightweight, and due to the folding rim it can be easily stashed in your inner jacket pocket or backpack. Build quality is pretty rugged and there's an inner loop for tethering or hanging it if needed. Military green color matches well with most of my gear. Great hat @ a fair price. Thanks Altrec!
January 5, 2012
Nice hat, sizes may be a bit off
I've got a big noggin so I was excited to see they sell an XL. Received that and it was too big so returned it for a Large. Unfortunately the Large was too small. Appears to be a huge difference between sizes (at least the ones I received). With that said, other than the sizing issue, the hat is awesome. Super lightweight, folds and fits into your pocket easily and well constructed.
December 24, 2011
Killer hat
Hike in this hat. Run in this hat. Teach in this hat. Awesome fit, great style, perfect weight. Hook on inside is great for hanging up. Hat folds/collapses for packing ease (you can throw it in a backpack and it emerges hours later looking like new).
October 25, 2011
Best Hat Ever
This is, by far, the most comfortable hat I have ever owned, plus it's stylish and looks good even after being stuffed away in my backpack. Love the selection of colors too.
September 2, 2011
Radar pocket cap...
My job requires lifting 600-800 postal bags every night in a hot environment. The Radar pocket hat allows me to accomplish my job by keeping sweat out my eyes while letting bodyheat escape and keeping sooty dust out of my hair. I rinse it in water and it dries quickly. I recommend this hat to anyone that like a stylish hat that...is technical, comes in many colors, and durable.
August 29, 2011
Nice hat, but sizing runs large
I love the hat, its very light and comfortable and the way it folds up will be perfect for travel. However, I bought the small and it was bit too large and there is no elastic or adjustment. I attempted to wash and dry it on hot to shrink it, seemed to work some. After washing and drying the hat looks absolutely like new. I like that feature!
August 26, 2011
lightweight and It is handy..
The most important thing of this cap is that it is easy to fold.
so Easy to carry in your pocket or backbag.
besides UPF 30+ sun protection ... even It is stylish ..
this cap is I've always been looking for...
August 19, 2011
Just right.
Lightweight, effective sun protection. Just bought my third (one I just wore to death and it's barely hanging on, and my dog ate the other).
Really does fold small enough to fit in your pocket.
Good on trail, good at bar.
August 16, 2011
Comfy Hat
I wasn't sure what to expect with this hat...I usually order hats that are adjustable, since I have a rather small-ish head and hats that are sized generally don't fit as well as I would like. I ordered a medium, but probably should have gotten a small...Other than not ordering the correct size (totally MY fault), I have no complaints on the hat what-so-ever. As opposed to other hats, this one actually keeps my head COOL, not to mention that the visor is just big enough to keep the sun out of my eyes but not obstruct my view of the world. I am actually planning on ordering another one for myself, as well as my boyfriend, as he loved it even more than I did!
August 15, 2011
Great hat
This hat is so comfortable, feels so great on! Keeps the sun off my head! Even the color black does not feel hot under the sun, because the material is soooooooo wonderful and lightweight.
I wear size large, with a 23 1/4 measurement. Perfect sizing.
August 5, 2011
Nice to own one.
I like this hat!!! I took to fishing and hiking so far. It really light and sweat will dry out fast. I order the size too big for me. That's the only regret. Probably it's true to the size and it won't shrink. When I order different color next time I'll get perfect size. By the way, I fixed the size myself.
July 28, 2011
Wise Choice
I love this cap. I am female and have a large head, so must search the men's hats for XL. This cap, although being a man's cap, certainly makes me feel great! It is soft, allows for circulation, but keeps my hair in place while being out in the wind on my bike or walking. It is comfortable, but the best thing is that it looks great!
I have it in Cardinal and in Black. I highly recommend....can tell it is very durable as well!
July 22, 2011
This Hat
This hat is about the lightest hat I have found for warm weather. You can actually wear it in humid temps, unlike most cotton hats. It is super light. I tried on a small size and it was too small, so I got a medium, which was a little large for my head and all. However, what I did was wet the band on the inside of the hat and then tossed it in the old dryer, and when I got it out it fit perfectly. I bought almost every color, and my girlfriend said I was crazy, but she doesn't know anything about hats. What you need to be for this hat is a hat person, or at least have some interest in hats. And so, I decided to keep the hat and get rid of my girlfriend, since we obviously didn't have an important element of our relationship in common, and she wasn't understanding my needs as an individual. Needless to say, I am single now but extremely happy with my hats.
June 30, 2011
Best hat I've ever owned!
This is just a great hat, in my opinion. I usually have trouble wearing hats because, often, they are too stiff and cause me headaches. This hat is very lightweight--almost feather-light. The large fits my 23" circumference (approx. 7 3/8) head slightly loosely. It could probably stand to be a bit tighter. It doesn't look sloppy, but I believe it could possibly blow off in a strong wind. Size yours accordingly. However, as I've mentioned, it's very comfortable and it still looks nice. A really nice feature is the ability to fold the brim in half, making the hat very pocketable. Despite this, and its light weight, the hat retains its shape nicely when worn. It also seems very durable and well-made. Also adding to the comfort is the very soft, absorbent, sweat-wicking band. For the price, it really can't be beat. I am looking forward to trying a couple of other hats from Outdoor Research. I highly recommend this one.
June 22, 2011
Everything is good.
Very good.
Beautiful design.
Light.
Everything is good.
Then there are drawbacks.
Difficult to fit the size of because there is flexibility.
In either tall or short one.
The downside to this point should not regulate is the size.
June 15, 2011
I Love This Hat
I took this hat to Europe wanting to avoid wearing the usual baseball cap. It was comfortable, stylish and versatile. The crease in the brim makes it even more easy to carry around without having to worry about cracking the brim. My wife liked it so much, I got one for her for Mother's Day.
May 7, 2011
Nice Hat!
Very nice hat... great material and very light weight. Good for a hot day. I wear a 7 1/8 and Medium was just a little bit loose but not enough to be a problem.
May 6, 2011
somehow this hat is perfect
I don't know how this hat both fit and looked amazing on my boyfriend (now I want one for myself!), but after long searching for a hat he would like this one was perfect. He doesn't like tight hats, and the large was great. He has been self concious about other hats and how they look, but he won't take this one off. THe packability and durable, water resistant fabric are bonuses. I think we'll be purchasing more!
May 2, 2011
Radar Pocket Hat
I have been looking for a hat like this for years. It is top quality, confortable, great fitting and weather proof. On top of all of that, if folds and fits in your pocket and still looks great.
This is the best hat I have ever had.
April 8, 2011
Great lightweight hat that stores be beautifully
I wear a 7 1/4 fitted baseball hat and the M fit perfect. The L was a bit too loose for me. The material used is very lightweight and collapsible brim was an innovative design. I am able to fold this up and stuff it in a backpack w/o concerns of it coming out mangled. I would definitely recommend this hat.
March 24, 2011
Perfect Hat For the Small Head
Got this hat after reading all the positive reviews for it. I have a small head and could never find that perfect hat BUT this hat is the one. Its great for any outdoor activities being that it is lightweight, spf, and can fold up into your pack, and pocket. It is also stylish so you can where it out on the town as well! All around great hat.
March 23, 2011
Superior Hat!
This hat is light weight and VERY comfortable. It folds up nicely if you want to take it off and put it in a backpack or in a large pocket like on mens cargo shorts. Great product!
March 18, 2011
Inconsistent
I purchased two of these hats, both the same size, in different colors. I based my choice on the sizing chart as well as previous experience with OR hats in this style. Both hats arrive perfectly from altrec, but one of them is too small. It says the proper size on the tag, but fits wrong...the other one is fine and fits as expected. I have not contacted OR yet, and I'm sure they'll help me solve the problem. These seam like quality hats. They are lightweight, comfortable, and are quality constructed. The bill is significantly shorter than an average baseball hat, so beware prior to puchase if this is your preference. I thought so based on the pictures on this site, but it is still worth mention.
March 11, 2011
Perfect for me
The Radar Pocket hat from OR is just what I've been looking for. I like hats with a bill to shade my eyes while enjoying my outdoor hobby of photography. The problem with most hats in this style is that I keep knocking them off as I peer into the eyepiece of my DLSR camera. The Radar Pocket hat however has a nice high arch in the bill which allows me to compose an image without knocking the hat off my head. The fact that the bills folds allowing the hat to easily fit into my camera bag is a big plus.
March 2, 2011
excellent hat
I had been looking for months for a replacement for my old dirty baseball style running hat when I stumbled on the Altrec Outdoor Research Pocket Cap. I immediately bought two of them (red & olive green) and liked them so much that I bought two more (blue & khaki).
Simply stated they are; colorful, warm, stylish and the kicker is that you can pop the hat in your pocket when you enter an office, building or house and therefor not lose or misplace it.
I have received many positive compliments as regards the caps "looks" which is also a plus. I highly reccommend these caps with the only caveat being that you accurately measure your head for size before ordering to insure proper fit.
February 17, 2011
radar cap
The cap is very light and fits to size. I like the folding bill feature on the cap, store it anywhere and once you put it on your head the bill forms correctly.
December 28, 2010
Great Hat!
I really like this hat! My husband and I both have one. I have an average sized head and the medium fits well, he has a hard time finding hats that fit due to a small head and this hat in a size small fits perfect. Great hat for outdoor adventures. Looks stylish on. Would highly reccomend!
November 30, 2010
Great hat
Sharp looking hat. The XL fit my 7 1/2 size head perfectly and the foldable bill works great to keep the shape when the hat is lying under a pile of stuff.
November 17, 2010
lightweight, space efficient sun protection
folds right into a pocket when not in use and provides ample eye protection in the sun. Lighter colors stay much cooler, absorb less heat. Hat dries instantly with lightweight fabric. Great design for backpacking!
October 30, 2010
Practical cool looking hat
I was stoked to find this hat amidst all the other sombrero types and normal style baseball hats. Best part about it is the folding brim. Crunch's right up and into my pocket when it gets to hot on the trail and need to air out a bit. The cut of the hat is good, not great. Kinda gets in the way of your glasses a bit, but not enough to give it a negative review or not reco it. This hat is a winner. Hopefully they will improve the fit of it eventually, but it's the best I found.
September 29, 2010
Muy Bueno
Everything Trevor detailed is true. I also like how people compliment me when I wear it and in turn, my self esteem goes up exponentially. Then I get the nerve to call that super cutie with the dry sense of humor (like mine) that I met at the cookout, and the rest is history. Thanks Outdoor Research!
August 19, 2010
This is the fourth one I purchased!!! Awesome!
Practical, lightweight, SPF, all around great lid. Circumstances have me losing it time and again but this hat is so useful, I must purchase another and I am wicked cheap.
May 3, 2010
Quality and Stylish Cap
This a superb product. But be warned that the sizes run on the large side and there is no way to adjust the head size.
April 29, 2010
great hat
This hat is thin, cool and stylish. Easy to carry and comfortable to wear. Runs large, order down
April 21, 2010
Good Hat for Outdoors
I have tried lots of hats for walking/running and this one is very good. I have a big head and the hat was actually larger than my head. Very unexpected. It holds a fair amount of sweat and washed/air dried easily. I will buy another.
April 15, 2010
Love the hat. Fits perfectly.
Love the hat. It's usually difficult to get a hat that fits my small head, but this one fits well. I bought it in khaki and would buy more if it came in some more neutral colors. I gave it a 4 instead of 5 for the color selection.
April 5, 2010
Love this hat
Love how it folds up and easily fits in my pack. Great hat, this is my second one, I lost my first which I had for several years. I wear a small and it fits great. I don't usually look good in hats, most of them are too big but the smaller sized bill looks great.
April 4, 2010
excellent hat
This hat is exactly what I was looking for, lightweight, easy to fit in my pocket, and good looking. The folding bill makes it very easy to fold up and stick in your pocket.
April 2, 2010
Best cap for hiking/biking/surfing and bumming around!
I have to say this is a great hat...I bought the first one for my husband. He loved it, and since then I have purchased one for my Dad, brother and myself. It is a great hat to fit in a backpack or pocket with the folding bill, super light, dries off fast...all around it is great!! I got a small, my husband a med. size!
March 16, 2010
comfortable and very handy
I'm not much of a hat wearer; but there are times when the sun is just too much or that Mother Nature drops a bucket of rain on my space. The rocket hat is perfect for me. With the folding bill, it can be stored easily in my pack. I espcially liked being able to order a size small; most hats are just too large for my head. Most importantly, it is light and stylish with great colors, has a UPF 30 rating and is rain resistant.
February 28, 2010
This hat is fantastic.
I like this brand and style. Right now this is my favorite sunny weather cap.
February 4, 2010
Free-styling
The cap measures up. The short bill is smart looking and different. The material is hi-tech. It fits slightly large.
October 17, 2009
Super lightweight
great for travel!
October 11, 2009
I like these hats
If these hats had adjustable straps in back, I would be buying them for my group.
August 29, 2009
Lightweight Hat
Pretty much as described. Bill folds easily and the hat can fit in your pocket. Seems like good quality. I ordered an XL and it fit much bigger than OR's Sun Runner in XL.
August 6, 2009
Great short-billed cap
I have a 22.75 inch head circumference and I choose the Medium. It fits only because I have my head shaved. If in between sizes I would recommend choosing the next size up. This is an excellent cap and provides great sun protection for my cranium. It also has great style and design. The folding bill feature is perfect for travel.
July 31, 2009
Versatile and handy
A nice change-up to the ball cap. Packs well in backpack pockets and back pockets. Slides easily into more tightly packed luggage too. The shorter brim has made this an ideal painter's cap. Mine fits slightly loose, so no tension headaches, but not the best on windy days. All-in-all, a nice everyday cap.
July 14, 2009
folding cap
LOVE IT.... after the first arrived, I ordered another one in another color. This is one of the greatest caps I've ever owned and at 60 years old, that's saying something
June 12, 2009
Nice packable cap
I keep this cap in my shoulder bag in case it gets too sunny. With the UPF 30+ sun protection it's great for that. The folding brim is ingenious, you can fold the cap so that it takes up very little space... I've seen wallets bigger than this. But when it's unfolded, it's a normal-sized cap. Very clever.
May 8, 2009
Great hat
Great fit and color.
April 28, 2009
Essential gear!
This hat is excellent! Kept me cool and shaded during desert hiking. When I took it off, there was some moisture inside, but it couldn't be seen at all from the outside. It's nice to have a hat made of performance materials that is good looking too. I bought two, and I'm sure they'll be put to good use for a long time.
March 8, 2009
Cool cap
Bends in the center of the visor for easy packability. I have an average sized head (I think) and the medium fits nice & snug which is what I want so a breeze doesn't send it sailing. Very lightweight. Makes me look way cool.
February 11, 2009
Awesome cap
Durable, light weight, extremely comfortable...
September 24, 2008
Great hat
I bought this hat to save my face from the sun on the trail. Not only is it light as a feather, but it folds into my pocket so that I barely notice it's there. I would recommend this hat to anyone who wants style with performance. Get this hat when you buy a bunch of stuff as it is so affordable. Make sure you get the right size. I have a pretty big head, and getting the extra large was definitely the right choice.
May 1, 2008
