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Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero
Designed to fend off rain, the Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero also provides protection from the sun's harmful UV rays.
- Waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex®/Taslan® nylon crown and moisture-moving WickLine® lining work together to keep you dry and comfortable
- Brim can be turned up and secured with VELCRO® brand closure tab on one or on both sides
- Chin strap prevents hat from flying away on windy days
- Internal cinch-band size adjustment system allows you to customize the fit
- Factory seam-sealed; earns Gore's "Guaranteed to Keep You Dry" rating
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Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Good protection from rain (41)
- Rugged (35)
- Good protection from the sun (33)
- Stylish (31)
- Washes easily (26)
Cons
- Does not breathe (7)
- Loses shape (4)
Best Uses
- Hiking (36)
- Travel (21)
- Casual wear (18)
- Performance (13)
- Kayak / canoe / rafting (5)
- Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Feels half size too small
Feels true to size
95%
(39 reviews)
Feels half size too big
Feels full size too big
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (25), Casual/ recreational (21)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18)
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Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Good Protection from the Sun
- Rugged
- Stylish
- Washes Easily
Cons
- Would Like To Be Able To
Best Uses
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
Just bought it and used it on a ferry ride. High winds and rain!!! Will use it in the mountains soon..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Stylish
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Hiking
- Travel
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
A friend introduced me to the Seattle Sombrero over 15 years ago, but I did not need one at the time. A few years ago I had a need for a stylish rain hat and remembered the SS.
I've had two of them now and I love them. They are too warm for summer, as there is a thin insulating layer in the crown, but it sure feels good most of the year. I wish the price were a bit lower, but obviously I was willing to pay it!
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too big
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Good Protection from the Sun
- Rugged
- Stylish
Cons
- Loses Shape
Best Uses
- Hiking
- Performance
- Travel
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
very comfortable, portable when not wearing, and funcional.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Good Protection from the Sun
- Great looks
- Rugged
- Stylish
Cons
- Does Not Breathe
- Not For Hot Climates
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Hiking
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
Great looking hat that fits well and packs easily in a suitcase. Great for cold weather. But be warned, not a good choice for warm or hot weather (used it in French Polynesia—think hot and humid—and wasn't a happy camper—my error in judgement.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Rugged
- Stylish
- Washes Easily
Cons
- Not For Summer Heat
Best Uses
- Hiking
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
Great for hiking/backpacking in the rain and snow.
The headband is too hot for summer use.
I bought one for myself and liked it so much, I bought one for a friend.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Goes With Webbed Feet
- Good Protection from Rain
- Good Protection from the Sun
- Rugged
- Stylish
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Hiking
- Travel
- Walking In The Rain
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
This thing is the bomb! Yes it's warm, that's whst the (micro) fleece liner is for!! Who buys fleece lined goretex and expects to wear it in summer heat? I walk 5+ miles every other day at a good pace. This thing is wonderful in typical late fall, winter, and early spring rains here in Seattle, typically 35-45 degrees F. It sheds rain like a ducks' back. The brim does tend to flop around in gusty winds, but in winds that strong a brimmed hat will either flop around (if the brim is flexible) or generate enough lift to tend to get blown off (if the brim is stiff.) The problem is the wind and the wing-like brim, not any particular hat or design. I do like the idea of snaps instead of velcro, but not enough to avoid buying the hat or dinging it in reviews. I bought this hat wanting it to keep my head warm in the constant 35-45 deg F rains of western Washington, and it excels at that!!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Rugged
- Stylish
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Hiking
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
This is the perfect hat for spending a significant amount of time in the rain. I love that it is waterproof and will keep your head dry. I have used this hat extensively in Alaska and fishing the northern Minnesota and it has never let me down. It is very packable and will roll-up and fit in a pocket while not is use. It is also lightweight so you feel like your not even wearing it. It might be a little warm for the middle of the summer but it does great the rest of the year.
As a disclaimer, I am affiliated with Gore for product testing of Gore-tex products for the purpose of product review and recommendation. I do receive items from Gore for these purposes.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Rugged
- Stylish
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Travel
- Walking In The Rain
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
My job requires I supervise the loading of a cargo plane. Last year I was kept dry by the hood on my Helly Hansen rain coat. The problem I have with a hood is it blocks my peripheral vision. The chin strap on this hat keeps it on my head when the wind is blowing and the wide brim keeps the rain from running down the collar of my rain jacket. I got this hat at REI in October the day before the constant rains began. I have used it every day at work since and wish I had bought this hat last year. I'll buy another Seattle Sombrero when it wears out and have already given one as a gift. It is the perfect rain hat.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Protection from Rain
- Good Protection from the Sun
- Rugged
- Washes Easily
Cons
- Instability in breezes
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Hiking
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
I purchased this hat to increase sun protection in the cooler/cold weather. It is great! Well constructed, warm, fits well, seems tough (so far), and water proof. Highly recommended.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Performance
Comments about Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero:
I like this hat. It looks good. It's totally flexible. I can even put it in my pocket. If it's too hot out, I can soak it with water. Way cool.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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