Best backpacking hat - Outdoor Research OR Bugout Sombriolet Sun Bucket

by Walter Bates, from TX, United States Written on September 1, 2023
Review for Outdoor Research OR Bugout Sombriolet Sun Bucket
Outdoor Research OR Bugout Sombriolet Sun Bucket
Outdoor Research OR Bugout Sombriolet Sun Bucket
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Walter Bates's Review of Outdoor Research OR Bugout Sombriolet Sun Bucket

Just purchased my second one. Lightweight, collapsible, great rain and sun protection. Perfect length chinstrap for high winds or hanging off my backpack. Previous response and product description says these hats are water resistant not waterproof but I have been in several days of rainy weather with zero issues. My head and the fabric has always been dry underneath. OR does sell a GORETEX (waterproof) version of this hat for $10 more but personally I have never had a issue.
Pros:
  • Rain/sun protection
Cons:
  • NONE
Best Used for:
  • Sun exposure activities
Would Recommend: Yes
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About Walter Bates from TX, United States

Senior hiker. Retired, kiddos raised, my wife of 46yrs busy enjoying home-life with her aging parents and our grandkids on our property compound. At this time in my life, my mind and love of the outdoors is calling. Before marriage, I hiked for months at a time out west. Grand Canyon, Kings Canyon, Big Sur, Yosemite with an 1gal water jug, AA flashlight, sleeping bag, svea stove, fuel bottle, plastic sheet but no tent. Recently, I have spent some money with Campsaver upgrading my gear and tested it (and myself) hiking several trails within Glacier National Park to see if I still was able and enjoyed the hike. WOW, I do. Met a guy (now friend) at REI and we are planning to SOBO thru-hike the JMT in 2024. Heading off to Big Bend next month for more gear shakeout testing and to enjoy the area in cooler temps. I look forward to our paths crossing on the trail!

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