Originally Posted By: KenK
What kind of hat(s) do you wear in cold weather?

For the most part I wear a Tilley Winter Hat (wool with brim). I wear glasses, and when it snows I HATE getting my glasses wet, thus the brim is important to me.

I also wear a Carhartt knit cap when needing to keep ears warm over a longer time.

I bought a Kromer Rancher Cap last year (like their famous Kromer Stormy Cap, but the Rancher has more insulation and bigger ear flaps) BUT I have a giant head and even the largest size available is a bit too tight. I bought a wooden had stretcher and need to wet down the cap and try stretching it a bit. I hope it works.


While I love the Tilley for summer, my winter head cover is the proverbial toque. Mine is a dual layer wool outer with thinsulate liner. Picked it up for $2 at a bargain bin and the warmest head covering I have. To improve on this, add a balaclava then put on the toque and then flip up your parka's hood!

I understand the fur lined toques with ear flaps (trapper hat) also work great -- a bit expensive though. Women's version