Appropriate sun hats?

[macwilkin]

I know I'm inviting scorn by asking this question, but here goes: Does anyone know of a source for hats in the style of those Tilleys for about half the price? I like the look and I'm craving sun protection more as I age, but I can't justify that price.

You could always try L.L. Bean, Lands End, etc.

T.

[Bugbear]

I'm planning on getting a felt fedora, and I don't mean the kind that have a plastic brim covered with felt.

[O'Callaghan]

Pith helmet, of course. LOL!

[Kent Frazier]

Here is my current hat. I bought this at Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City, Utah several years ago for $12.00 US. I didn't really expect it to last the trip, but it has held up well. I've replaced the original vinyl strap with teal paracord.

[Streetcar]

Chris, you need some boots!



Sorry buddy, couldn't resist...

[DryFly]

Was in the Bass Pro at Richmond this afternoon. They had a good hat, canvas brim and top with sturdy mesh between. Around $25 if I remember. I tried it on and found it comfortable at the moment. No idea how it would break in. Seems to split the difference between the Tilley and the Filson at a better "price point" than either.

DryFly

[Larry124]

Yeah, you have to pay for quality. Or the name?
Or maybe not.
I’d rather wear out three $25 hats than one $75 hat.

[Nick]

I just picked up one of these:



Haven't tried it with the kilt yet, though...

[Computergeek]

I wear a straw wide brim hat when working outdoors in the summer and a nice charcoal fedora in cooler weather

[Panache]

Nick,

Don't make me go grab my bolero!

Cheers

Jamie