One of my favorite pieces of outdoor clothing is the venerable mountain cap. Typically characterized by a weather-resistant shell, light insulation, brim and ear flaps. I personally own three -- Lowe Alpine's Mountain Cap (I also bought one for my son) and two vintage caps by Wilderness Experience and Because It's There. I suggest trying one out if you haven't already. Finding one that fits your needs/style should be easy since most outdoor clothing companies produce a version of the mountain cap. Here's a handful to check out:
- AQ2 Mountain Cap by Berghaus (Berghaus carries a couple different models.)
- Mountain Cap by Lowe Alpine (Can be had for cheap.)
- Featherlite Mountain Cap by Montane (2.1oz and primaloft insulation...nice.)
- Mountain Cap by Rab (eVent shell, enough said.)
- Highpoint Cap by Outdoor Research (Great company, bomber gear, sweet guarantee.)
- Alpine II Cap by Haglofs (lightweight, well-made.)
Go with something made in the good ole USA and has some style
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Hi Michael. I purposefully left out the classic hunting caps. Although similar, I feel the kromers and wildfowl-esque caps are in a group all their own.
DeleteI love the Because It's There hat, how can I get one?
ReplyDeleteIve seen the "because It's there' hat in the valhalla film, does anyone know where to get it?
ReplyDeleteBecause It's There is no longer in business. I picked up mine second hand for next to nothing.
ReplyDeletedo you know where I can find one?
ReplyDeleteAny chance you're willing to part ways with that cap?? I've got an old because its there daypack and think the pair would be great together.
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