Hiking Hats and Headgear

When selecting what to wear for hiking, be aware that not all hats are not created equal, and not all hats are good for all jobs. Some may be better for hiking, while others may be more suitable for sitting out on the lake fishing. We’ll start of by breaking down the various components you want to take a look at when choosing your perfect backpacking hat.

	Awards	Overall Score	UPF Rating	Weight	Brim Size
Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap		79%	50+	2.8 oz	2.75 brim, 7.25″ neck cape
Sunday Afternoons Adventure Hat	Budget Buy	79%	50+	2.6 oz	3.75″, with 7.25″ neck cape
Outdoor Research Sun Bucket		74%	50+	2 oz	2.4″
Outdoor Research Sombriolet	Top Pick	85%	50+	2.6 oz	4″ front/back, 3.25″ sides
Coolibar Crushable Ventilated Canvas Hat	Great Buy	83%	50+	2.8 oz	3″
Columbia Bora Bora Booney II Hat		66%	50+	2.6 oz	3″
Tilley LTM3 Airflo Hat ​		74%	50+	3.2 oz	3.25″ front/back, 2.25″ sides

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