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Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat

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Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat

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With a 50+ UPF rating and a broad brim, the Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat provides extreme protection from the sun. An external drawcord adjustment ensures a comfortable fit.Durable fabric, full protection.

Description

With a 50+ UPF rating and a broad brim the Helios Sun Hat provides extreme protection from the sun. An external drawcord adjustment ensures a comfortable fit and the TransAction headband wicks moisture and enhances comfort.

The Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat is available in M L and XL sizes and your choice of Khaki or Sand color options.

  • SolarShield construction
  • Ripstop nylon/polyester blend; UPF 50+
  • Foam-stiffened brim floats
  • TransAction headband for comfort and moisture management
  • External drawcord adjustment
  • Removable chin cord with cordlock
  • Avg. weight: 2.3 oz/65 g (size L)

Technical Specs

Best Use
Backpacking, Hiking
Material
Ripstop nylon/polyester blend, rated UPF 50+
Type
Sun Hat
Item Weight
2.3oz (65g)

10 Reviews

4.7 / 5

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Tom

04/24/24

Functional

Likes

Light weight, flexible brim, good sun and rain coverage and packable. Adjustable cords for fit. I like these type of boonie hats.

Dislikes

Some say it can be hot, but I modified mine by adding two grommets on each side for air circulation.

Michele

07/16/23

Great sun protection

Likes

I love the lightweight feel of the hat, while still keeping the brim shape. I hate hat brims that fold down in the slightest of wind.

Dislikes

Size! I cannot believe Oregon Research can’t offer a size SMALL in this hat. My issue with the medium, is it stretches a little after I put it on, so it’s almost instantly too big for my head.

Steve

05/26/21

None

Likes

light weight, wide coverage. nice strap to drop the hat behind on your back out of the way when not needed.

Dislikes

front of hat want to flip up in the wind. Not a deal breaker. I would buy another one.

Todd

08/18/20

Great sun hat

Likes

Floats in water, dries quickly, wide enough brim that covers your neck/shoulders depending on your head angle. Floppy enough brim that you can crush it in your pack. As a bald man, love that there is no mesh/holes/etc. So many "sun" hats have lots of places that do not provide adequate sun protection if you do not also have plenty of hair. Yes, this means it can get a little bit warmer up top, but the material breathes well.

Dislikes

The attachment point between the strap/inner brim can be uncomfortable if you put it on quickly and your ears get stuck, but you can avoid it.

Pixie

03/22/20

Wide Brim

Likes

The wide and rigid brim. The hat can be folded into smaller size-easy to put it away in your pack or pants pocket. Sand color is my favorite.

Dislikes

None

Emmanuel V.

09/01/19

Helios

Likes

This hat is lightweight with quite a malleable brim and a very comfortable inner sweat band. Sun hats aren't the most attractive apparel but it does a heck of a job keeping those rays away while allowing ventilation around your ears (one gripe I have about the sunrunner) The chin strap is removable but it's easier just to stuff it inside the hat.

Dislikes

I absolutely love OR but their logo is a tad big for my taste. Minor criticism from an amazing brand.

SZ

08/04/19

Great sun hat!

Likes

Great protection, comfy, good in hot weather, and very packable! Drawstring helps keep wind from taking it away. Overall, very happy with this hat.

Dislikes

Not particularly stylish, unless you're going for a just-came-back-from-a-safari kind of look, for which it's perfect. Not a problem for me though.

Stephen C.

06/12/17

Very comfortable hat

Likes

Works exactly as advertised. I typically use this hat while kayaking. Would also be helpful in rain.

Dislikes

None so far!

Patrick M.

04/13/17

Great. Fits well and is easily adjusted. Kept my face and neck from burning. The only thing keeping me from rating it 5 stars is its lack of ventilation. Although the fabric is thin and seemingly breathable, it kept in more heat than desired.

Likes

Light. Crushable/packable.

Dislikes

Lack of ventilation holes/mesh.

Jason A.

11/11/11

Likes

Light, nearly weightless.

Dislikes

This hat has a HUGE brim to it that wasn't apparent in the photos. If you're used to a boonie style sun hat, this one will feel like you're wearing a parasol. This isn't necessarily bad as long as you want a huge brim.