Thanks, Fabbers! I cut the tags and did a test run with it on a cool, mild windy day. I think it will be fine although I’m not sure how it will feel when it’s hot. The fabric is a thick 100% cotton. The chin straps seems like a real plus and then there’s this string around the crown that you can tighten--which is why I think it might have been sitting too high. I can see how it should sit a little lower when it’s windy so it doesn’t blow off so easily. Untightened, it kind of swallows my whole head...
@Barabara Diane: Thank you!
@shevia: Thanks. I’ve tried on a lot of hats over the years and always walk away. I had one hat for a trip to Israel but that one is long gone!
@L’Abelle: Thank you. You make a good point about the brims which I never thought of but makes a lot of sense.
@Cee: lol. I don’t know if I’m a Fedora type or not. I don’t think I’d wear a hat unless I need it for warmth or sun protection.
@Runcarla: Thank you! That’s been my approach too. I will have to check out Tilley. I know absolutely nothing about hat brands and styles. I love the hat in your picture. I would love to try a style like that! I have a few baseball hats which I use for running but I don’t really like them on me. My hair is rather thick baseball style hats have a tendency to fly off unless my hair is in a pony tail through the back loop. (I also wanted to find something a little less sporty for when I’m not in gear.)
@rachylou: That’s interesting! I definitely won’t be wearing this in the car. Strictly for outside.
@Susan: Sounds like you have had a lot of success with hats. A chin strap sounds like a must for sailing of cruising. I can only imagine the number of hats lost in the ocean!
@slimcat: Thank you! I think my head is average size as most seem to fit. Interesting that you and Susan have hats from BR. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a hat in store but will have to check it out next time I’m in store.
@Jessikams: Thanks! It’s worth considering for sure. For now, I am looking for something more spring/summery. When I will be outside more.
@nemosmom: I’ve never thought of looking in the men’s department but it sounds like that’s a good place to start! I will check it out!
@suntiger: Thanks!
@ElizabethP: I feel all kinds of awkward in hats. I think it’s my short forehead. I’m not really a hat person but I am trying to change that.
@Runcarla: That makes total sense! That’s how I adapted to OTK boots too. You just have to wear it and get over the initial trepidation of looking different. I’m taking baby steps and will see how this hat performs but the washability of a hiking hat sounds very practical! I can imagine the crown of this hat has potential to get pretty gross in hot weather.
@Angie: Thank you!!
@Mereweather: Thank you! Yes, one size fits most rarely works for me either! I will definitely have to check out REI.
@Lesley: Thank you! I think you’re right!
@April: Haha. That’s my usual MO.
@Jaileen: Thank you. Really must check out that Tilley brand.
@Mary: thanks for the tip!