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The only protection from the sun that doesn’t make your hair sweat is (imo)… an umbrella. My Tilley hat is useless in very high temperatures.I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
What about a lightweight Legionnaires Hat? My wife wore one on the full CF last year and she will be wearing it again next year. Yes, it’s not the height of fashion but looks better than the Viet Cong style and is light and packable and UV resistant.I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
I second the sun umbrella. I used the Gossamer Gear one on the Lana in May and it worked great. (I still carried a hat for in town, however) I’ve tried all sorts of hats, but none is the best of all!I have the same issue with wearing hats while walking a lot as you do, so I've been experimenting with "sunbrellas" in lieu of a hat, and I've been very pleased with a carbon-fibre design by Six Moons. Weighs less than 200g, and of course allows complete airflow around my head. The bonus is that it provides shade for the entire upper half of my body, and I'm not nearly as "worn-out" after hours of walking. I seem to need less water, too. Oughta come in very handy on the Meseta.
The bonus of the sunbrella is that it can also be used during rain (as long as the wind isn't too terrible). Dual-purpose is good! Mind you, I'm still bringing a desert cap (basically a baseball cap with long side panels that cover the neck), but I'm hoping I won't need to wear it at all.
This is the "desert cap" I referred to above; I own an earlier design, but it's still good. I recommend getting the lightest-coloured one available (white if it's in stock), as you want maximum reflection of the sun's rays away from your precious noggin. Unfortunately, even this design has one flaw: the flaps on the side cut down on airflow around your neck/head, so it still isn't as cool overall as a sunbrella, but it's definitely better than a plain ol' baseball cap. ;-)Sun Runner Cap | Outdoor Research
The Sun Runner Cap utilizes UPF 40+ materials, mesh side panels, a removable cape, and a wicking sweatband for sunny days spent on the trail or at the lake.www.outdoorresearch.com
Although my kids will not allow me to wear this hat in their presence I have worn this hat for years and I think it is great. It is cool, can cover almost everything from the neck up and if it is hot you can dunk it in water to cool off.
I usually buy a white one but when I had to get a new one they were out of white and the only one in my size was the blue one. It was fine. Unless the sun is really beating down on me I keep the flaps on the side open so I still get airflow. I usually do not have any issues with that as I walk later in the year. Even if it is overcast and colder I still wear the hat unless it is below freezing and I wear my beanie.This is the "desert cap" I referred to above; I own an earlier design, but it's still good. I recommend getting the lightest-coloured one available (white if it's in stock), as you want maximum reflection of the sun's rays away from your precious noggin. Unfortunately, even this design has one flaw: the flaps on the side cut down on airflow around your neck/head, so it still isn't as cool overall as a sunbrella, but it's definitely better than a plain ol' baseball cap. ;-)
I have one of those Euroschirm umbrellas as well, and they are more durable than the Gossamer/Six Moons ones however it comes with a price: it weighs and costs nearly 2.5x as much. (16oz vs 6oz and $97 USD vs $39 USD).Rain or shine, everyday, I used the UV protective hands free trekking umbrella Ivar sells in the Forum Store. Very functional and durable ( even in strong wind) with a wide canopy. Loved it! I rarely wore my hat.
I got a good lightweight cap from Decathlon.I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
My son loves this same OR hat with its optional flaps for extremely hot, sunny sections. He purchased it after burning his cheeks, ears and neck in intense sun at high altitude on the John Muir Trail.Sun Runner Cap | Outdoor Research
The Sun Runner Cap utilizes UPF 40+ materials, mesh side panels, a removable cape, and a wicking sweatband for sunny days spent on the trail or at the lake.www.outdoorresearch.com
Although my kids will not allow me to wear this hat in their presence I have worn this hat for years and I think it is great. It is cool, can cover almost everything from the neck up and if it is hot you can dunk it in water to cool off.
My other son has done this, too, especially walking on the Meseta in total sun all day, tucked under his ball cap...works fine, especially for guys.So why not look in a different direction - a 100% cotton bandana? Wear it pirate style and you have enough at the back to shield your neck, drench it at any fuente (potable or non-potable),
Hi, I can recommend the wide brimmed hats from Decathlon. It has a good wide brim, it's adjustable and it folds up small to fit into the side pocket on my backpack.I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
I can get pretty sweaty too as I do wear an Army wide brim cotton Fatigue hat. But, to make it work, I normally fold up a bandana, soak it in cold water, any time I can, and tie it around my head, but mostly over my forehead. Bliss.
BREAKING NEWS: Aliexpress has some head coverings that cover head, forehead, ears and neck down past the shoulders. When this is soaked in cold water before putting on, it does an even better job...now thinking about one of these head rags, with the folded bandana and a tennis peak only hat to cover the eyes from the Sun. Take a look;
Village Hats have some good offerings - I go there because I take a size 64cm and they can be hard to come by.I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
That is Columbia's logo for years...no big deal.This looks quite good though the swastika like emblem would put me off
I have seen a few people wearing these before, but the semi-rigid back flap could be a nuscience if it would hit on the back of certain models of backpacks.or this strange but probably quite practical number?
I bought a cheap canvas brimmed hat with mesh inserts from a surplus store. When it is hot I use a cooling towel underneath it. Works great. I also have a cooling towel on my neck as well. Keeps me comfortable whether gardening or hiking in 35* temperaturesI am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
I also use a hat from Sunday Afternoons. My model is the Charter, with a wide brim, mesh ventilation below the crown, sunglass sleeves (front or back), adjustable chin strap for windy days, and even a little velcro pocket to tuck emergency euro bills in under the crown. During 3 Caminos in different months (CF Sep/Oct, CP Jun/Jul, VP May) it never felt hot to me. They do list international dealers on their website. This model is currently $58USD in the US, and there's a 15% discount offer on the site.<snip>
I use a few from Sunday Afternoons. The Adventure hat which has a wider brim and longer back. The Sport hat which is like a medium version of the Adventure, and daytime for regular life and some hiking I use an Aerial cap.
All are very lightweight and breathable. My top choice for long walks and hiking is the Sport hat because it gives me more coverage than the cap. Sometimes the Adventure one is a bit much coverage, but for desert etc I will use the Adventure.
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In the UK they are marketed by Village HatsI also use a hat from Sunday Afternoons. My model is the Charter, with a wide brim, mesh ventilation below the crown, sunglass sleeves (front or back), adjustable chin strap for windy days, and even a little velcro pocket to tuck emergency euro bills in under the crown. During 3 Caminos in different months (CF Sep/Oct, CP Jun/Jul, VP May) it never felt hot to me. They do list international dealers on their website. This model is currently $58USD in the US, and there's a 15% discount offer on the site.
Charter Hat
Because the trails of life lead through uncharted territory, the Charter Hat is ready for anything. All the sun protection you expect from Sunday Afternoons, plus strategic ventilation and a moisture wicking sweatband keep you cool while you wander. The Charter is such a good companion, it even...www.sundayafternoons.com
That sounds like a GREAT hat. I will look for it in the US. Super light. Mine is not so light.I have the same issue with wearing hats while walking a lot as you do, so I've been experimenting with "sunbrellas" in lieu of a hat, and I've been very pleased with a carbon-fibre design by Six Moons. Weighs less than 200g, and of course allows complete airflow around my head. The bonus is that it provides shade for the entire upper half of my body, and I'm not nearly as "worn-out" after hours of walking. I seem to need less water, too. Oughta come in very handy on the Meseta.
The bonus of the sunbrella is that it can also be used during rain (as long as the wind isn't too terrible). Dual-purpose is good! Mind you, I'm still bringing a desert cap (basically a baseball cap with long side panels that cover the neck), but I'm hoping I won't need to wear it at all.
True, we don't see many Columbia products in the UK though the old "crooked cross" does feature heavily in a nearby Roman villa!
Another vote for the Decathlon hats - I have a big head and the larger size comfortably fits my head and a ponytail with some room to spare: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/women...00-pale-green/_/R-p-302967?mc=8731355&c=greenHi, I can recommend the wide brimmed hats from Decathlon. It has a good wide brim, it's adjustable and it folds up small to fit into the side pocket on my backpack.
I too will never walk in the summer heat. I started the VDLP on about October 18 a few years back and it was 90+F every day for over a week. It was brutal for me, I will take 25F over 90F any day.My son loves this same OR hat with its optional flaps for extremely hot, sunny sections. He purchased it after burning his cheeks, ears and neck in intense sun at high altitude on the John Muir Trail.
I have a lovely Tilley hat I never use, and usually wear a baseball style wicking fabric hat, or a Columbia wide brim floppy hat that can be folded up in my pack. That said, I do hate "hat hair",but it is what it is. I bring an umbrella, but for light rain and do not walk in summer heat.
I feel the same way as you do about heat and starting my camino to Santiago next March from Algeciras has me worried about the heat. I will be testing out the cool hat from the company, G-HEAT that carries not only cool hats but cool tshirts. Let’s hope they work.I too will never walk in the summer heat. I started the VDLP on about October 18 a few years back and it was 90+F every day for over a week. It was brutal for me, I will take 25F over 90F any day.
I went to their website to check it out. I saw this hat and it is very similar to the hat that I referenced. I have no idea if the G-HEAT hat will keep you cooler than the Outdoor Research sun hat. The prices are about the same, The only advantage that I see with the OR hat is that you can take the neck and face flaps if you choose not to wear it. There is also a string that allows you to tighten the flap against your face to protect from the sun even more. I do not know about G-HEAT but the OR hat has a lifetime guarantee. I hope the G-HEAT hat is great for you.I feel the same way as you do about heat and starting my camino to Santiago next March from Algeciras has me worried about the heat. I will be testing out the cool hat from the company, G-HEAT that carries not only cool hats but cool tshirts. Let’s hope they work.
I've probably miscommunicated — the sunbrella I'm using isn't worn on your head like a hat, it's an umbrella that you carry by hand (or strap to your shoulder straps). I've tried thirty-dollar collapsible ones from Amazon etc., but their design makes 'em surprisingly heavy: after walking for an hour or so holding 'em by hand, my hand's really quite tired. The Six Moons sunbrella doesn't seem to fatigue me (I just checked my spreadsheet, my example weighs 179g [6.3 ounces]). Stupidly light!That sounds like a GREAT hat. I will look for it in the US. Super light. Mine is not so light.
This is good to know. I've seen these online but wasn't sure if they'd be as cool as my other ones.I also use a hat from Sunday Afternoons. My model is the Charter, with a wide brim, mesh ventilation below the crown, sunglass sleeves (front or back), adjustable chin strap for windy days, and even a little velcro pocket to tuck emergency euro bills in under the crown. During 3 Caminos in different months (CF Sep/Oct, CP Jun/Jul, VP May) it never felt hot to me. They do list international dealers on their website. This model is currently $58USD in the US, and there's a 15% discount offer on the site.
Charter Hat
Because the trails of life lead through uncharted territory, the Charter Hat is ready for anything. All the sun protection you expect from Sunday Afternoons, plus strategic ventilation and a moisture wicking sweatband keep you cool while you wander. The Charter is such a good companion, it even...www.sundayafternoons.com
I went to their website to check it out. I saw this hat and it is very similar to the hat that I referenced. I have no idea if the G-HEAT hat will keep you cooler than the Outdoor Research sun hat. The prices are about the same, The only advantage that I see with the OR hat is that you can take the neck and face flaps if you choose not to wear it. There is also a string that allows you to tighten the flap against your face to protect from the sun even more. I do not know about G-HEAT but the OR hat has a lifetime guarantee. I hope the G-HEAT hat is great for you.
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Don't worry about sunburn or sunstroke with our refreshing Saharan cap, which promises continuous protection and coolness.en.g-heat.com
Yes, the Six Moons ultralight carbon-fibre design has no collapsible centre section, so it's still a bit awkward to put in your pack for trans-shipping via checked baggage on airlines, plus carbon-fibre is very strong in tension but not in compression (i.e., the centre pole can be crushed by careless luggage handling staff). To overcome this problem, I'm using a heavy-duty shipping tube to pack the sunbrella on the flight(s) to Biarritz. After that, I'll jettison the shipping tube because of its weight. I don't care nearly as much if the sunbrella survives the return flights.I took a Six Moon umbrella with me on Camino last year and it was great! Lightweight and effective! I didn’t have the silver one (mine is blue) but it still reflected the sun and kept me cool. The only thing is that to save weight, it doesn’t collapse as much as some umbrellas (I think it is 24 in. long) but I found it easy to store when not using in a deep side pocket that my backpack had, so that wasn’t a problem. I loved how it snapped into the holder attached to my backpack strap, so it was totally hands free.
Clip it to the outside of your pack. And as you may know, anything goes on the Camino when it comes to fashion, and it's so refreshing to not care what we look like. You'll also strike up some fun conversations!David, how do you carry the hat when you're not wearing it? And have you ever seen a woman wearing one? I'm not too concerned about fashion, but I'm not enough of an eccentric old lady to wear "Viet Cong Army" style!
I wear a sun hat from a company called Personal Cooling clothing it is light, wide brim and the best I have ever owned. I own 3 one for home, car and motorhomeI am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had just come from the shower.
I’m looking for a replacement with a good brim, lightweight, that can be obtained in the UK.
Does anyone, perhaps with a similar problem, have advice on a replacement?
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