Going up TWO sizes from the tilley chart was a game changer for feeling cooler with the airflo hats. I measure 22.75" which would be 7 1/4. Too tight, it fit like a normal hat, not how tilley says it should fit. So after wearing a 7 3/8 for a few years, I still thought tilley is just too hot for me. But I tried a 7 1/2. Big difference in warm weather comfort and still looks good on my head, not a sloppy fit.
I’m with you on the hat thing, I never wore hats & alway felt stupid wearing them & having a small head made it worse for fit. But too many times have I burned my head in hot conditions so yesterday I bought a Tiley LTM6 rock face as a functional product rather than fashion.
Yeah, the Tiley hats are great. I've since bought a second one (one of their mash-up hats) and it's been so helpful while outdoors. Definitely more functional than fashion, but I think they look nicer than most wide brim hats. 😎
Great Video. I love the hats you have recommended and they really suit you. thank you. I will absolutely get myself a Tilley hat, thanks to you video. well, I am asking my wife and son for it, for Christmas. thank you.
I am a hat person with way too many hats. The standard cotton Tilly is one of my favorites. I went to the store that sold them and tried on various sizes. I typically wear 7-1/4 but the 7-1/2 was a perfect “loose” fit. My problem is that I don’t want to flatten it to pack so I always have to wear it or deal with it.
Yeah, I hate flattening them too, but they seem to rebound fairly well. They are incredible hats -- I've worn mine a lot, and it is still in great shape. 😎
@@TripAstute Ok this is helpful as the LTM6 I bought is a little bigger than the measurements suggested & I considered going back for a smaller one big think I’ll keep it now. It just sits on my head, not snug but not loose, may blow off in wind though.
No matter where I go/travel I always take with me a baseball cap lol for them days where I don't feel like taking time comb my hair. Great videos man, specially like your credit card videos.
Thanks! I need to do more credit card videos. We're actually traveling right now, so trying to do gear reviews on items that we are carrying while on our trip. 😊
The best hat for hot weather is a cotton baseball cap with a rearward havelock. The Japanese used a similar wool one in WW2. The brim shiels your face and helps with your vision. Yes, a dark lower visor helps a lot. There is an option of headgear that surpasses any hat that is really the best. The Berber headdress is superior in every way to a hat. It's just a cotton cloth...but it works! In cold weather, you can use a wool one made from an old blanket.
Thanks for the tip! Ironically, since having kids, I've gravitated to baseball caps -- mostly because I often find myself with a toddler on my shoulders. While I still love my Tilley hat, it's hard to less comfortable to wear while carrying my little one.
@@TripAstute Agreed! Children change everything. I also have a similar hat. Its an ANZAC digger type from WW2. Wool is terrible in the heat. It looks great, but I am keeping with the Berber or baseball cap with havelock while traveling. Chin straps are very functional though. Tuk tuk or tricycle rides get a bit breezy! Happy travels!
Yeah, I’ve felt the same way too. But after getting burns, I think I’ve reconsidered my approach. I thought about wearing a visor too, but I just couldn’t get comfortable with the look. 😄
While baseball caps are better than no hat at all, they are really a poor choice for sun protection. They offer no protection for the ears or back of the neck. And of course if you wear the hat backwards like so many numbnuts these days, it offers no protection for your forehead. I stopped wearing baseball caps when I was done playing Little League.