Aussie Chiller Bushie Perforated Golf Hat

This is a well-constructed hat that fits me very well. It is also very comfortable to wear with a soft elastic band. I like the fact that it can provide additional cooling by wetting the top of the hat and elastic band with water. Based upon the company's claims, it has excellent SPF protection as well. The only reason I didn't give it 5-stars is due to the slowness of the company in shipping the product. Not up to Amazon standards, but then again, they have conditioned us for 1 or 2 days delivery, and I understand that is not always possible.

Incredible durability! This hat went on my trip to Bermuda. I felt a bit odd because it is an Aussie "cowboy" hat, not a beachy hat. I also feel like one of those people who doesn't look good in hats.This hat protected my head from back-flinging branches and foliage in Thomas Moore's Jungle and the pouring rain. It was such a stereotypical "tropical rainforest" day of hiking. A tropical storm was passing away from Bermuda on the very day we hiked under the very thick foliage. (Figured that if we couldn't enjoy the beach, we might as well enjoy the jungle as it was meant to be enjoyed: with drenching rain showering bugs and thistles off of us.) The hat showed not a scratch from the leaves, branches, etc. wacking into my hat as I pushed forward.The next day the Bermuda sun was back and blistering. So, I went off to Horseshoe Bay to dip myself and even dipped this hat into the ocean! Yep. Not even when wet did this hat show discoloration, salt accumulation from the ocean dips, or any other signs of wear and tear. It kept its shape throughout!!Whether I look good in hats or not, I had a new appreciation for me in this hat! It's amazing. I think I would have preferred a larger circumference brim and a round gambler shape. I also would have liked a chin strap to hold it on my back, like a pair of glasses you remove from your face and dangle before you. I saw other people with those crushable canvas hats with mesh tops and draw cords to hold it on their heads. I liked that when they entered a store they could throw their hats back, but I had to carry mine.By the way, the elastic in this hat is also amazing. Without incurring hat head or squeezing me uncomfortably, it somehow suction cups this hat to your head. The hat rides quite high off your ears, so it is truly a bio-mechanical feat of engineering that I recommend to Amazing Feats of Science on cable. It resisted every strong gust of win and crashing ocean waves. :)

I purchased the XL size. If windy, it is just a tad loose for me (24" head measurement) but I'm guessing the L size would be too tight. I may try to add a strip of cloth within the band so it is a smidge tighter for me.On cooling, of course it is cool when flooding with ice water from the golf course jugs. When on the head awhile, it does not feel alot like a cooling effect when still wet. But it is probably cooler than my head would be with the hat on dry in the TX sun, so it probably continues to help. I bought it for the wide brim sun protection but more so for prevention of heat stress. Of course, it is mandatory to drink plenty of fluids when golfing in TX int the warm months. I do add water to it every few holes now that it is getting to be summer. I think it is a rather good idea.The hat does keep its shape nicely, dry or wet and after transport in the car, etc. There is not much headroom atop my head without hitting the hat top if I snug it down against the wind. It could stand another 1/4" height inside but not a biggie. It is lighter than you might think, when dry, but very ok.I would buy it again. I think the price is fair for the nice quality.

This hat replaced my older Aussie Chiller hat that now sees duty as my gardening hat. My oldest Aussie Chiller hat that was my gardening hat found its way, alas, into the trash. Total time span for oldest hat was about 10 years. The hats hold up well and do a great job of protecting me from the Florida sun. In the past I would occasionally wet the hats but I found them to be too heavy when soaked. Plus, if super wet they drip on the golf ball when I am addressing it or putting. Advice: Don't super wet the hat until your round of golf is over.

Had some sizing issues early but returned it for different size without problems. Hat fits comfortably. I was concerned about soaking it. However I used it fly fishing and the wind blew it off my head and into the river. So, I grabbed it and decided to thoroughly soak it. After letting the excess water drain off, I put it back on. It cooled me off immediately but didn't seem to last long. Some previous reviews mention the perforation issues and I agree with those. I wish they had removed the hanging chads as they tend to block the airflow. I'll probably spend time with fingernail clippers or something to remove the punched hole chads. The hat DID retain its shape and size after soaking though. I was definitely glad to see that. I'll have a better appreciation for it when the weather warms back up and I put it to the test of the golf course.

Great hat! The soak me feature is outstanding. Keeps you cooler on a HOT. Summer day.

Great Hat To Have. Came fast as expected. Just as good as buying from hat store. Fairly price for being a XL hat vs. L or M or S Size hat. Hat is flexible durable and fits comfy looks good on “us/me” can get wet and hot or cold per hats instructions. Not a inexpensive hat nor expensive hat but it is one of those hats that will be around and for comfy for years to come. Would recommend plus purchase off line A+ Hat !

Loved the fit, however had to remove it in the wind and resort to a ball cap. A big storm came up and the hat was gone for good. Wish there was a can't lose the hat guarantee - bummed that this relatively expensive hat was mine for just a couple of weeks then a good storm took it away for good.

Golf

Was exactly as advertised.

This hat is for my husband who perspires a lot when he plays golf or is outside working or boating. This hat is amazing and has really helped cool him down. Thanks Aussie Chiller! We just might order another!

I like the fact that I received exactly what I ordered and what I had expected