#11971 - 01/11/03 04:57 PM
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Can anyone recomend a hat for cold weather and possibly for normal protection from elements. I normally wear a khaki wool watch cap or fleace hat, but I have found that in a down poor they get soaked, can anyone recommend a hat that suits my specs. I was thinking of a gore-tex watch cap but have never seen one in UK shops. Im open to any suggestions. thanks
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#11972 - 01/11/03 05:13 PM
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Registered: 08/16/02
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Loc: Germany
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My two favorites are an Akubra felt hat and a waxed cotton hat. Both have a broad rim. The felt hat is good for a couple of hours in heavy rain. The waxed cotton hat lasts longer. I havenīt experienced enough rain to get it soaked. I wear both hats in any weather.
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#11973 - 01/12/03 06:52 AM
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Carpal Tunnel
Registered: 02/09/01
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Pete, Few items of clothing are really perfect for all the elements, even in the same area. Watch caps are excellent for cold and dry conditions. Add rain and you have a wet Hedgehog sitting on your head <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />. Your choices are a waterproof shell or poncho, or a dedicated hat for the rain. The waxed cotton clothing favoured by the horsey set in G.B. is excellent outdoor wear ( Balfour?). Their equal would be the Aussie Drover coats or the Filson Tin cloth . I personally don't care for Goretex. It's expensive and simply cannot perform as claimed.
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#11974 - 01/12/03 01:52 PM
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barbour is the word you're looking for there chris. balfour was close enough i guess <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> anyway, whatever you want to call them i have to agree with you, they do make pretty good outdoor wear although waxed cotton does tend to be a bit heavy i think.
take it easy. stuart.
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#11975 - 01/12/03 06:53 PM
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Registered: 01/08/03
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Loc: Swindon, UK
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Pete, If you do decide to go for a GORETEX Watch Cap then they are available in the UK from Soldier of Fortune at http://www.sofmilitary.co.uk (Ref: HAT010) @ Ģ14.99. I've never tried one myself but just thought I should let you know that they are available in the UK. Cheers, Rich
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#11976 - 01/12/03 07:35 PM
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Registered: 05/10/02
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Loc: Cape Town, South Africa
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On the subject of hats, what is that russian hat called? you know, the one made out of fur, has ear flaps that can fold up, and also a bit of a peak in the front. I've wanted one for a long time, more for the novelty than for practical use though <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
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#11977 - 01/12/03 08:06 PM
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Carpal Tunnel
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They are commonly called Trooper's Hats in Canada and Alaska. They are all the fashion right now in NYC. Most are made of rabbit fur with a quilted lining. A good source ( for lots of stuff) is www.sirmailorder.ca While I am at it, a good site with many resources for "traditional gear" is www.jackmountainbushcraft.com/gear.htm#knives. Somehow, the vision of Jonathan crossing the Transvaal in a troopers hat conjures images of stalking lions with curious looks on their faces <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
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#11978 - 01/13/03 04:54 AM
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Journeyman
Registered: 10/23/02
Posts: 97
Loc: Brooklyn NY
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I use the watch cap and the Boonie hat which I made water resitant,both are light and fit in coat pocket.Just put the boonie on top of the watch cap <img src="images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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#11979 - 01/13/03 06:48 AM
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what about a north face or lowe alpine hat-they are have hats which are gortex and lined- www.fieldandtrek.com had recent good experience with them!1 Mark
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#11980 - 01/13/03 10:08 PM
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Registered: 05/10/02
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Loc: Cape Town, South Africa
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<img src="images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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#11981 - 01/14/03 02:29 PM
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Registered: 11/19/02
Posts: 134
Loc: England & Saudi Arabia
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I've had a Lowe Alpine Mountain Cap for 6 years now. It's the best hat I've ever owned. Its waterproof and warm. Any reasonable outdoor shop will stock them. They're not cheap - but I think they're worth every penny. Hope this helps.
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#11982 - 01/14/03 06:36 PM
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Registered: 03/13/02
Posts: 905
Loc: Seattle, Washington
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Check out the Tilley Hats. I have found these to be excellent for sun and rain. When it is cold I add a light alpaca wool ski hat topped by the Tilley. This is, of course, quite stylish! Tilley Site My favorite is the T4
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#11983 - 01/14/03 07:30 PM
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Anonymous
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does anyone know of a website with this lowe alpine hat on, im interested. Thanks
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#11984 - 01/15/03 03:10 PM
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Registered: 11/19/02
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The Lowe Alpine Hat can be bought from Cotswold Outdoor at http://www.cotswold-outdoor.comCheers Scott
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