Worn in the typical way, it offeres enough protection to close the gap between your forehead and sunglasses. This is done by using a comfortable fleece lining and the peak of the cap protects from everything from rain to bright winter sun. If you are between sizes the Mountain Cap is part elasticated and features an adjustable strap at the back. My previous hat, sadly lost, was of much better quality; the fleece lining was thicker and cosier and the outer fabric was more substantial and more waterproof than the current version.

The design of this classic hat is unchanged, but unfortunately the quality of the materials used has been downgraded.

Bought one of these hats years ago when they first came out, much loved and brilliant weather protection, but, unfortunately, I have now lost it! The legendary original Mountain Cap from Lowe Alpine has continued virtually unchanged for over twenty years. The Patagonia Brodeo Beanie is a cuff beanie made from a blend of recycled wool and recycled nylon and is Fair Trade Certified Sewn.

I can imagine that it might be a bit too insulating if you tend to run hot, but my ears and neck love being toasty! UOG TOP PICK - Lowe Alpine 's Mountain Cap - Superb design with a high performance fabric - We've singled out Lowe Alpine 's Mountain Cap as one of our top recommendations because it was the first of this design which has been copied by just about everyone - because it works. This beanie has a shallow fit that skims the base of the ears and due to the nature of the yarn and construction, the beanie looks smaller but will stretch with wear. Triplepoint fabric uses ceramic particles to create a layer of microscopic pores that are impermeable to water particles yet let water vapour pass through.Our friendly and experienced team can advise you, help with sizing and find you the perfect kit for your next trip. What happens when you replace flying to the start of an Alpine bikepacking adventure with travelling. Unfortunately it does tend to look like a WWII German cap, especially as mine has faded to a greeny-grey (a perfect match for feldgrau).

Bought one to replace it and found the quality and weight of the material so poor by comparison to its predecessor. A winter sports hat from Rab's Lowe Alpine, made from a weather-resistant nylon plain weave with a micofleece lining, an elasticated/strapped rear and a mouldable peak. This peaked, ear flapped and elasticated fitting hat will keep the elements out but retain the best visibility in really manky situations. Supplement with a buff or light balaclava and you're set up for snug without the "shut-in" feeling of a storm hood. Added cords to the ear flaps to make it secure and tight under my chin for when its really cold and windy.

There is a press-stud fastening in the middle of the front that would cause a bit of discomfort under a helmet. I know its hardly a trendy bit of kit, but am considering getting a Lowe Alpine Mountain Cap or similar by another manufacturer and wondered what the consensus is. The large give a perfect snug fit for me, the XL I would say fits but is loose so it would come down to preference then. If any of our clothing or equipment fails we promise to help make it right with a repair or replacement, find out more here.