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$REI Paddler\'s Hat$

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REI Paddler's Hat

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The REI Paddler's hat is packed with features to keep you comfortable and protected from the sun while on the water

Wide brim shields eyes from sun and rain; foam insert in the brim keeps hat afloat should it fall off
Polyester mesh panels on the side provide ventilation
CoolMax® polyester headband wicks moisture away from your brow and speeds the evaporation process
Rear toggle fine-tunes the fit
Chin strap keeps the hat on your head when the wind picks up

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REI Paddler's Hat Customer Reviews

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REI Paddler's Hat

4.5

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good protection from the sun (8)
Rugged (5)
Stylish (5)
Good protection from rain (4)
Washes easily (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking (6)
Casual wear (4)
Travel (4)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  71%
  (5 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (5), Avid adventurer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

Reviewed by 8 customers

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Mar

2010

(15 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great hat so far!

By like2hike

from Apex, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Good Protection from Rain
Good Protection from the Sun
Rugged
Stylish

Cons

Not UPF rated

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

I have only owned this newly updated for 2010 hat for a couple of weeks, so can't give a long-term review yet, but since there are no comments up, I'll throw out my initial observations...

PROS:
The brim is stiff enough that it does not flop in strong wind (and it stays on).
It is lightweight and quite comfortable to wear.
Pretty good looking.
The brim is a bit larger than on other similar hats (extra shade, especially at the back)
Size is adjustable with draw cord.
Can pack flat without damage.
headband and poly mesh lining wick persperation well.

Fabric notes:
The fabric does not carry a UPF label for ultraviolet light protection (one star deducted). The top of the crown is the main area of concern since other parts of the hat are layered. If you are bald on top, consider a UPF rated hat for a known amount of protection. On the plus side, the mesh vents are placed where they will not cause sunburn for most users. The fabric is a nylon cordura with a soft hand. It resembles worn cotton canvas. It is uncoated and breathable. Water beads up and runs off without soaking in. The fabric would repel rain well (except for the side vents).

Fit notes:
The L/XL adjusted to largest setting fits me perfectly. I wear a US size 7-1/2 and I like a loose fit. It could probably fit a slightly larger size with normal snugness.

I intend to submit an updated review when I have more experience with the hat.

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Aug

2010

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Cool Hat for your Head

By HundsSolo

from Olympia, Washington

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Good Protection from the Sun
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

I have a problem with sweating too much especially from my head. Most times I need to use a sweat band to keep the sweat off my eyes. I have and use several wide brim hats including the Tilley hat and OR summer sombrero. This hat by far is the coolest hat that keeps my head from sweating the least. I can feel a breeze on my head when there is one, something I don't feel with the other ones. Looking up through the crown you can see that the nylon fabric is fairly transparent thus the air circulation. The hat's sweat band does an excellent job of soaking up the sweat I do generate. I use a 7 1/2 size hat and the Lg/XLg fits just right. The only reason I don't give this hat five stars is the lack of sun protection but it does not keep me from using it.

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Jun

2011

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

The Hat I Grab When I Go Paddling

By BoatsNBoots

from Nashville, TN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Protection from the Sun
Holds it's shape when wet
Rugged

Cons

Need more color choices

Best Uses

Kayaking

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

I don't normally do product reviews, but I couldn't pass on this one. I have the Bora Bora Booney hat by Columbia, and this is also a great hat. The problem with it is that the brim gets limp when its wet, so its not so great for paddling. This happens with a lot of hats of this style. Last year, I called my local REI store looking for a wide brimmed hat that wouldn't get limp when it was wet. At the time, they didn't have anything, but someone was listening. The new Paddler's Hat specs out to the exact hat I had been looking for! Breathable, holds up to water, and provides great shade from the shoulders up. I even dunk it in the river, then put it back on to cool off. The brim holds perfect! I should probably get two or three of these in case I lose the one I have. I hope that this hat will become a staple in REI's product line.

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May

2010

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Lot to Like

By lacouyon

from Shreveport, LA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection from Rain
Good Protection from the Sun
Rugged
Stylish

Cons

No UV rating

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

I've worn wide-brimmed hats for years and have found some good things about each one and not so good things about each one.
This hat comes closest to performing as advertised. An extra wide brim for more face and neck protection, ventilation, adjustable band for the best fit and sit securely on my head.
I only wish the hat had some kind of UV rating since I have a nice-sized monkey butt on the back of my head. So I put suntan lotion on the bald spot just to be sure.
Otherwise, this is a really good hat for any outdoor use.

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Jun

2010

(4 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Lovin' it but I have a ? for y'all

By Matthew Hartman

from Yucaipa, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Protection from Rain
Good Protection from the Sun

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

Just bought it, and it seems awesome. I like the wide brim and how it's fairly good looking (for when I'm out with the family).

I have a question: Can we roll up one of these puppies? I know we can pack em flat, but I'm wondering if I can pack it even more compact by rolling it and I'm afraid to try it and possibly ruin the shape. I want YOU to try and risk losing the shape on yours!!

Somebody "man-it-up" and give it a try. Then you can let us know the results and brag how you made me look like a wus!

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Jun

2010

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great hat and very good looking

By Georgia WW Kayaker

from Georgia

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Protection from the Sun
Great looking hat
Rugged
Stylish
Washes Easily

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking
Paddling

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

Adjustable fit is really nice. Tried on lots of these kinds of hats and most looked pretty stupid... this one looked great. Also well made and very cool. A definite "buy".

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Mar

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Wonderful Hat!

By Mo-Betta

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Good Protection from Rain
Good Protection from the Sun
Rugged
Washes Easily

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking
Kayaking
Travel

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

I wear this hat every time I get in my kayak, which is pretty often! I have worn it to the beach, fishing, hiking, and camping. It keeps my head cool and dry, as well as keeping the sun out of my eyes. I love this hat!

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May

2012

4.0

REI Paddler's Hat

By NavySpy

from St. Augustine, FL

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Protection from the Sun
Light weight
Stylish
Washes Easily

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Yardwork

Comments about REI Paddler's Hat:

Bought this hat to protect head, face, & neck from sun. Wanted light weight & good ventilation. This hat does all that very well. The only problem is the size. I went with a S/M based on REI's size chart (my head circumference is 22.25) but the hat does not fit properly (too small). I'm not returning the hat because my wife likes it and it fits her. Therefore, I'm ordering another, but in the next size up which I can adjust to fit. Bottom line: if you're borderline on the size (within 1/2"), go with the larger size.