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hat works great...brim is a little large
August 14, 2010
I would have preferred the brim to be about 1/3 smaller, but it works well.
Great hat!
August 09, 2010
I'm off to Alaska with my new hat, it will be perfect because rain is in the forecast.
Great hat for Nevada summers.
July 29, 2010
This is the best sun hat I have purchased. It is perfect for the hot Nevada sun and works well in the wind. I have also swam with it in lakes and rivers and it maintains it's shape.
Good looks, great function.
July 13, 2010
Great features and a great look. The brim is stiffened so it doesn't flat around in the wind. The underside of the brim is made of gray fabric to cut down on glare - nice. The fit was a bit big based on the size chart, but the external drawcord adjustment helps customize the fit. Overall, this is great looking and great functioning hat. Great for out in the yard or on the trail.
Awesome hat
June 30, 2010
I love this hat! It fits great and keeps my head very cool. This is the second OR sombrero I've owned and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. OR makes good quality stuff and the prices is extremely reasonable. And yeah, you don't look like a dork in this thing.
Great Quality - Super Light and Breathes!
June 07, 2010
Just bought 2 (1 of each color) and went fishing in 98 degree weather - Tarpon Fishing. Jumped 3 fish and the hat kept me cool and comfortable. Great for the tropics and good looking too!
Great sunhat that doesn't make you look like a dork
May 29, 2010
I need to wear hats to keep from getting freckles, and this one not only works well but doesn't make you look like a dork. Ok...not as much of a dork anyway. My kids say I look like a safari guide with this hat. Functionally, it's a great hat and works as advertised.
I bought this hat for my Mom, and she loves it!
May 21, 2010
My mother is elderly but very active. She has a very fair complexion, and really has to avoid sun exposure. She's very practical and down-to-earth, but has a hard time finding a hat that fits her lifestyle. She loves this hat. Besides the obvious benefit of great sun protection, she loves the following: The hat can lay perfectly flat without any damage, which makes it very practical for travel. She can pack it flat in a suitcase or handbag; it can hang down her back from the strap, laying flat and comfortably behind her when she's sitting down, riding in a car, etc. It has lots of little vents that will keep her head from getting sweaty. It weighs practically nothing. It doesn't flap in the breeze. Besides, its attractive and flattering! Maybe I'll have to get one for myself . . .
Goes everywhere!
May 06, 2010
This hat travels well, provides shade when I need it and with the stampede strap it stays on in the highest winds. Highly recommended for hiking, water sports or anywhere you need protection from the sun. Only wish the brim was larger and did not bend in the wind, but the positives way outweighs the negative so I can deal with that!
Well designed hat
May 06, 2010
Not much of a hat person, but I wanted a shade from the sun. Actually I like the hat so much I am pondering buying another one, maybe a different color so I have two. Works great for shading the sun, and works great in the rain too. When I go inside I fold it up and stick it in my pocket. Great Hat
Great light weight hat!
May 05, 2010
Barely feel this hat on your head. Does not cause your scalp to itch or hurt and you get a good amount of coverage from the sun. I have worn it in the wind and the front does not flap up or down but stays in place. This hat is super comfortable even in the heat. Would recommend to go up one size. The measurements given would have me in a small but I bought a medium and it fits great.
Great Sun Hat
May 02, 2010
I have had this hat for a year now and really like it. I use it when doing yard / garden work or when I'm fishing. I primarily bought it to keep the sun from scorching my head, face, and neck. It definitely has done that but it also keeps me cool. Even on really hot days, 80 / 90 degrees, I do not overheat with this hat on. It is also really light weight, so I do not really notice that I am wearing it. It has 2 cinch cords, one for your neck and one around the crown, so when it gets windy you don't need to worry about it flying off. If you are looking for a sun hat for summer time yard work or fun this is a good option.
Sun Blocker And Excellect Ventilation
April 30, 2010
The Outdoor Research Sombriolet Hat Is An Excellent Sun Protection For "The Great Outdoors". It Has 4 Ventilation, 1 On Right & Left Of Each Side(6Inches Long) and 2 front and back (3Inches Long). The Hat Is A True Size(L, 23 1/4). Its Not Too Tight Or Loose, It's Just Perfect. The Brim Can Be A Bit Smaller But You Will Get Excellent Sun Protection Throughout Your Head, Neck And Some On The Shoulders. Great Job OR!
Outdoor Research Sombriolet Sun Hat
December 28, 2009
Pro: Comfortable, brim stays firm in wind, adjustable size, blocks lots of sun from your face. Con: None. Absolutely first-rate
good sun protection
December 08, 2009
All in all I was happy with this hat during a recent sea kayaking trip in Baja. It is light weight, well ventilated, provides good sun protection, and cinches tight relatively well. The only minus is the piping around the brim; while it provides stability, it becomes misshapen. The brim of my hat seems permanently cock-eyed with one side higher than the other; functionally not an issue, but a tad annoying nonetheless.
Well built but watch the sizing
November 09, 2009
This is a very nicely made OR hat which I bought to replace my many-year old OR hat. Construction quality is top-notch. My only complaint is sizing. I wear a small or at most medium hat or helmet usually. I ordered a Medium size Sombriolet and it was too small so I gave it to my wife.
good choice for sun protection
November 07, 2009
great hat for sun protection. It has a wide brim and is very light.
I love this hat
September 30, 2009
This hat is very comfortable and easy to wear. It has a wide enough brim so that it casts a nice shadow for my 4 month old when we go hiking.
Great Hat
September 15, 2009
This hat is light with a wide enough brim to do the job well on the beach or trail. I dig it!
Awesome
September 14, 2009
This hat is great, good sun protection, light weight and very comfortable, also water and dirt resistant,very satisfied.
Perfect for the Beach!
August 28, 2009
Pro: Comfortable, brim stays firm in wind, adjustable size, blocks lots of sun from your face. Con: None. Absolutely first-rate
Great Sun Hat
August 11, 2009
Hat is very lightweight and comfortable to wear, sweat band keeps you dry, adjustable for a comfortable fit, overall great product. Would highly recommend.
Great Hat
July 12, 2009
My husband wears this hat while he golfs. We live in Florida so the sun is very strong. It protects his scalp, face, and neck and he says he forgets he is wearing it because it is so light weight.
Great hat!
June 30, 2009
Loved the fact that it comes in different sizes since I seem to have a bigger than average noggin. Kept the sun off while not building up heat on my head and with the Wyoming wind the strap was perfect and easy to use.
Perfect hat
June 26, 2009
This is the 6th hat from OR that I have purchased over the years. Best one yet, cool, light weight, covers ears and neck, brim is better in the wind than most It doesn't interfere with my backpack.
Excellent Sun Hat
June 20, 2009
I found that OR's Sombriolet Sun Hat met all the qualifications for a good hat to wear in the sun. It provides ample shade from the sun from all angles; I wear a large size and the brim measures 3.25" on the front and sides, 4.5" on the back. The mesh opening ventilates very well, allowing sweat to dry on long, sunny hikes. It fits comfortably; the rim reaches to my eyebrows and top of ear tips, whereas OR's Seattle and Coastal Sombreros sat uneasily an inch above my brows. While the brim holds its flat shape, the crown of the hat is supple on the outside material as well as for the inner mesh. I really enjoy using this hat for my long summer hikes as well as when I'm outside during work.
Fantastic Hat
June 20, 2009
Three days of fishing in the Everglades and great protection from the sun. Bald head with no sunburn. Never even offered to lift off my head at 42 MPH on a flats boat. I'll never fish without it on my head. The venting system was cool at 90 degrees and no perspiration in my eyes.
Another good
June 19, 2009
Of the three "OR" hats its my least favorite, still a great hat but the brim of the hat is a little too big for daily use. I like my Helios better for summer use.
We like our hats
June 05, 2009
Bought hats for both my wife and myself for yard work and boating activities. They are light, vented and do a great job at keeping the sun out. If you are looking for a great sun hat, then this is the one you want.
Sombriolet Sun Hat
May 30, 2009
This is the coolest hat I have ever had. I spend a lot of time outside in the summer with my job and it keeps the sun off me.
Life Saver
May 14, 2009
I bought this hat for an African Safari. It is light weight, packs easily, and is comfortable. Perfect!
Another great hat!
May 04, 2009
Well, I'm off and running! My first hat was the Nimbus Sombrero and I loved it. We've had lots of rain this spring in the mid-Atlantic states and this hat has kept me dry. I liked it so much I decided to buy a Sombriolet Sun Hat for myself and a Women's Oasis Sombrero for my girl. We're planning a trip to Texas soon and we need that sun protection. Both hats have the same quality as the Nimbus Sombrero. We are very impressed!
great for calm conditions
April 16, 2009
I bought this as a kayaking hat, mainly for sun protection. In the wind the brim blows up and therefore does not shield your face from the sun. I will continue to use it until I find a better solution. Fit, quality and packability is all excellent.
Function and Style
March 30, 2009
Great hat!! Utilize this hat for all my coaching needs. It's like a stetson on the pitch. Keeps my noggin cool and the sun off my face and neck. The hat keeps it's shape w/ the brim piping, but any winds over 20+ and the brim is flopping a bit.
So far so good
March 10, 2009
I bought two of these hats for our upcoming trip to Peru. Not having any experience in buying these types of hats I was relying on the description provided and the reviews. I must say that so far I am not disappointed! The sizing chart was accurate and fit the two of us perfectly. The hats are light weight and easily stored in our backpacks, or hanging on the outside of the packs. The brim covers both our face and the back of our necks. Can't wait to get them to Machu Picchu.
A Terrific Sun Hat!
February 26, 2009
I spent a lot of time reading reviews of various hats before buying Sombriolets for my husband and myself. I wasn't sure it was going to fit me because the stated measurement was larger than my head, but the fact that I could adjust it, made it perfect -- and easy to separate my hat from my husband's, because mine had been cinched smaller and we could both see that when they were hanging on the hooks on the door. We were in the Galapagos where it was very warm and humid and this hat was terrific -- much cooler than the normal baseball style caps we enjoy wearing in cooler weather. I can't find a single negative comment about the hat -- it's well worth the money and does everything that is described.
Functional and Comfortable
September 15, 2008
This hat is very useful. It keeps the face and neck protected without getting in the way of your vision or movement. It stays on in a somewhat brisk wind. It keeps the head cool and dry and is overall comfortable (a big improvement over other hats I've owned). It also packs well.
Love my Sombriolet !
August 23, 2008
I love this hat...it is just as described...light, airy, brim doesn't obscure your vision and I especially love that I can adjust size. For a lady your hat size changes depending upon your hairstyle for the day...just cinch it down or open it up. I only use chin strap on really windy days.
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