Is the brim floppy in wind? My husband needs a hat for strong winds that won't flop down in his face.
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The brim is soft, and flexible, but does not flop in face. Pay attention to sizing comments. I had to send mine back in exchange for a bigger size. Without looking, I believe it was two sizes bigger. Fits perfect now. Hat comes with directions. Directions describe how the hat should fit. The second hat fits as described in directions. Otherwise, "NICE HAT". You'll like it. And thanks for the reminder; I need to put mine back in the truck. I physically work outside in all weather conditions. The hat won't even blow off my head. And if using the chin rope (forgot what it's called), it can not blow off. The brim is soft, and flexible, but does not flop in face. Pay attention to sizing comments. I had to send mine back in exchange for a bigger size. Without looking, I believe it was two sizes bigger. Fits perfect now. Hat comes with directions. Directions describe how the hat should fit. The second hat fits as described in directions. Otherwise, "NICE HAT". You'll like it. And thanks for the reminder; I need to put mine back in the truck. I physically work outside in all weather conditions. The hat won't even blow off my head. And if using the chin rope (forgot what it's called),... » Read More The brim is soft, and flexible, but does not flop in face. Pay attention to sizing comments. I had to send mine back in exchange for a bigger size. Without looking, I believe it was two sizes bigger. Fits perfect now. Hat comes with directions. Directions describe how the hat should fit. The second hat fits as described in directions. Otherwise, "NICE HAT". You'll like it. And thanks for the reminder; I need to put mine back in the truck. I physically work outside in all weather conditions. The hat won't even blow off my head. And if using the chin rope (forgot what it's called), it can not blow off. « Show Less
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Hi Petunia--I play golf in strong winds and I like how the straps hold the hat on my head. I have not had any problems with all my Tilley hats. The brim will not flop in the wind. Craig
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The brim is only 3" wide. There may be some flopping at 35+ miles an hour. If your husband is planning on being exposed to winds of that caliber (or higher), I suggest he not wear the hat.
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I have never experienced brim flop with my Tilley, whether walking in strong winds in town or on a ridge.
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My hat came out of the suitcase about the way I put it in. It is always wrinkled, but I never fail to get compliments on it. I roll it vertically, so that the only chance of wrinkles is on the crown.
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Jerry, the brim has enough body to stand up, but you may want to stuff tissue paper in the top to get certain effects, like to make it stand taller & puffier?! It does have some body & pretty well stays put on ones head, whether wearing with slanted top or looking as a full hat. Hope this helps?!
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I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
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I would describe the brim as 'flexible' rather than 'floppy'. One can shape the brim to some extent... i.e., tilted down in front and tilted up in back.The brim will not flop down around your ears.
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I wore it open air safari trucks and the brim did fold over at high speeds, but it did not obscure my vision at all. The brim is flexible but narrow. My head did not get hot at all wearing it in Africa, including walking through the brush.
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Yes! I had this concern prior to purchasing this hat and much to my suprise it fit really well, it will loosen up a little after wearing for a little while.
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The hat is made out of pliable material that bends, which is part of what makes it so comfortable. I found that on windy days if I use the chin strap it does a decent job holding its shape, and it is far cooler than the stiff straw wide brimmed hats I have used in the past. I agree that it would probably blow up regardless in strong winds. Hope this helps!
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No. The head rotates 360 degrees based upon the wind. We have 4 of them, and usually all 4 heads are in the same direction.
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It is constructed of a hard plastic - so rain would not be problem except for the non-slip padding on the top. It would probably wear more quickly in the sun/rain, etc.. Unsure about stability in strong wind.
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Poorly. A really strong and consistent wind will turn this umbrella inside out in no time flat. Even a wind with moderate force will give it fits. It'll keep you cooler and protect most of your body from the sun but it is not an umbrella for coastland-style windiness.
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Ironically, we have had very high winds with storms over the past two days. No problems with the cover what so ever.Works like a charm.
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no the brim does not snap to the top i think amazon has others that do but they are more money
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4 inches, the brim does NOT droop. It is a nice fit, great hat. (and roll it into a ball, then sit on it, and unroll it and it is perfect! Very durable.)
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The rain gets through the mesh a bit, but it depends on how much rain. For most of us, it wouldn't be a problem. Once, in a real downpour, I put a plastic bag over the hat...my wife laughed a lot, but I stayed quite dry. Or you could just wear the plastic bag? I like that the hat does a better job of keeping the rain off my glasses. The mesh helps with the heat and humidity here in Florida's summers.
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It's not floppy. It's firm, but will bend a little if it need to. It should work fine for you. I'm very happy making pancakes with it!
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I wore this on the Camino de Santiago. It went through rain and hail. BUT you should know that I wore it with the rain poncho over all, and mainly the front brim's job was to keep the water (and the hail) off of my glasses and face. It did well at that job. If I had worn it without the poncho, though, the wind would have flipped the brim all over the place and much of my face and neck would have been wet. HTH!