Crushable Straw Fedora

[Bugleboy10]

Any recommendations for a decent crushable straw fedora (preferably around 2-2.5" brim) that won't break the bank so I can feel confident stuffing it in my backpack on hikes and other outings?

 

[RJR]

Any recommendations for a decent crushable straw fedora (preferably around 2-2.5" brim) that won't break the bank so I can feel confident stuffing it in my backpack on hikes and other outings?

By its very nature straw will crease,crack and break when crushed and folded.I think most here recommend something "Tilley type" for what you want to do.

 

[emigran]

Yep... I'd probably not want one of those for the very reasons...

 

[Bob Roberts]

Some type of shantung roll up?

 

[tropicalbob]

I just saw this morning on Hats-plus.com a new article called the Henschel Packable hat. It's $35.00, is made of "lightweight crushable materials" (?), has "excellent air-flow", and a three-inch brim. Might be just what you're looking for.

 

[Bugleboy10]

Some type of shantung roll up?

Yes, that would be nice. I saw some in a Goorin Bros. shop not too long ago, but was hoping for something a little less pricey. I did find a "Campbel Cooper" hat from England on the Bay for $35, but no idea if it's at all worth while.

 

[Bob Roberts]

No idea either. Do yer research but spend a little more if you have to.

 

[Bugleboy10]

Thanks. I'm now seeing some choices at Del Monico by Bailey around $60 and Tilley at $100.

 

[Fivesense]

I just saw this morning on Hats-plus.com a new article called the Henschel Packable hat. It's $35.00, is made of "lightweight crushable materials" (?), has "excellent air-flow", and a three-inch brim. Might be just what you're looking for.

I have the Henschel crushable Breezer with CoolMax sweatband. The brim materials are polyester, vs. the "Aussie" which claims cotton. Both have the same material mesh for airflow. Both are rated as crushable.

Question- considering that the polyester is mostly the brim, should there be much difference between the Breezer and the cotton Aussie?