3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Great sun protection hat and almost perfect.,
July 18, 2008 Atomic Tofu "Code of Bushido" (In my heart) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Unisex Sahara UV Sun Protective Death Valley Style Hats (4'' Bill, UPF 50+) (Apparel)
I am fair skinned but easily tan and do numerous things to keep out the sun as much as possible. This is one of the products that helps me achieve my sun blocking goals ;).
The material is nylon and will make you sweat but it keeps the sun's rays off of you. I wished the material would have been thicker (the area that covers the back and sides). I use this extensively and work in the sun for long stretches at a time. The thin material may block out the uv but it seems to let in the heat as well. You can feel the sun's heat on your neck and sometimes you are worried your neck will get burned, but don't worry...it just feels warm. The bill is nice and generous, extending far out and giving you plenty of anti squinting shade.
Also, the front has velcro closures on the bottom and midway near the nose. The midway point should be redesigned somehow as the velcro strips tend to scratch.