Shade for your neck when the sun beats down on the trail

Midday on a treeless path, your forehead burning, sweat in your eyes, and a cap that leaves your ears and neck exposed. This is where this hat comes into its own: its wide brim casts shade all around your face, while the mesh crown allows air to circulate to keep your head cool.

Why it will never leave your bag

• Wide brim all around — it covers your forehead, neck, and ears all at once, whereas a cap only protects the front of your face.
• Breathable mesh crown — the mesh panel wicks away heat and allows air to pass through, preventing your head from overheating during long walks in the sun.
• Adjustable drawstring chin strap — it keeps the hat in place when the wind picks up, on a ridge or by the water, without having to chase after it.
• Adjustable head circumference — the back drawstring tightens the crown to your head circumference for a stable, snug fit.
• Snap-up brim — raise one side of the brim to clear your field of vision or change your look, then fold it back down for shade.

Designed for hikers, fishermen, and campers, but also for gardening, beach vacations, and all days spent outdoors in the sun. Lightweight and flexible, it rolls up to fit into a bag and comes out without a crease.

Does it really hold up to wind and heat?

The usual fear with a wide-brimmed hat: that it will blow away or be too hot. Here, the chin strap secures it in high winds, and the mesh crown allows your head to breathe even during strenuous activity. The cotton can be cleaned with a damp sponge; lay it flat to dry to maintain its shape.

Because enjoying the full sun means no longer having to avoid it.