One of the comments suggest that the brim tends to be rather floppy. Would you agree with this assertion?
235869
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.
235870
no, I don't find it floppy. I hike and ride my comfort bike in the wind with this hat. I have a small head (size 7), so perhaps its a smaller profile. Make sure you get the right size..... "One size fits all" hats are usually floppy.
235871
I don't find the brim to be floppy. The hat is packable, and isn't stiff, but it's not floppy. It's just right....
235872
I found the hat to be great! Neither my husband nor I, thought the brim was at all floppy and we continue to happily wear our Tilley hat.
671252
Nope. It's so tippy in portrait it was clearly not designed to be. But I'm pleased enough by the product in other ways so that its not a problem.
1230166
The tightness is the one, possible complaint the user might have . . . in a word. I should add that others say "No," but all three of mine do it. They do loosen up after a while, but I've never found the tightness to be a prob. As stated elsewhere, the co does stand behind their product and will replace, practically at the "drop of a hat." Call`em if there's a cont'd prob.
1932841
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!
1873090
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.
769011
I disagree with it looking like the picture. It does very much look like it, if you posed like that. If your not it flows.
1238552
I like the hat a lot. It seems to hold up very well. Frankly I haven't washed it yet...good question.
1045557
Things are slightly fuzzy when viewed through the film. It's minor and I don't imagine it would look different enough that it would be noticeable to others, especially at transom height. (I always figure that if people notice these minor things, I should be a better conversationalist. :-))
583358
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?!
1932843
I have not worn it in the wind so I do not know. It is a really nice hat. The brim could blow up in the wind as it is not super stiff, but I imagine it would go down again.
1512450
I agree with the other 2 responses. Plus, I have issue with the top of it rolling down constantly and not staying in place.
367137
Yes, I like them alot. However, they are not as large as they look. I have a huge head and they fit.. But for me they could be even larger.
1225342
The neck is adjustable and flexible up and down. It is a bit less flexible than some gooseneck lamps as the mobility seems less to go sideways
1180128
Yup, the tops of the heads have a subtle flat area...it doesn't change the overall shape, but they balance perfectly fine. My wife says they're not prone to tipping.
1843999
I would say yes although it may be a little contrary with the particles making it difficult to open and close in time.
116948
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
1722449
Sorry for not being more specific. My response was from a man's point of view. You will need a wider brim for what you need.