Brimmer

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Generous shade, a secure fit, and solid eco credentials — this is a sun hat built for long, exposed days out.

Patagonia says: 

The Patagonia Brimmer provides 40+ UPF sun protection and instant shade for full days outside. It works just as well for a hike as it does on the river—and it floats if you take an accidental swim. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.

Our Verdict

The Patagonia Brimmer delivers dependable coverage thanks to its broad, semi-structured brim. At 70g (S/M), it’s not ultralight, but the recycled materials feel soft, breathable, and quick to dry. The floating brim is a clever touch for river crossings, and the drawcord chin strap keeps it anchored when the wind picks up. I found the mid-crown fit comfortable without overheating, and the sweatband handled moisture well during steady movement.

It doesn’t crush down quite as flat as some softer-brimmed options, but it’s a small trade-off for the shade and stability it offers.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

(Unfortunately, we are unable to ship Patagonia products outside of the European Area (defined as the European Economic Area plus Switzerland and the UK)) 

Features

• Main fabric is built of 100% recycled polyester stretch ripstop that’s treated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs/PFAS), and 40+ UPF sun protection and a wide brim help keep the sun off you
• Mid-crown fit with a 3″ brim; available in two sizes
• Foam brim and lightweight construction keep this hat afloat if it ends up in the river
• Adjustable drawcord chin strap keeps the hat in place, even in windy conditions
• Lightweight, low-profile sweatband offers moisture and temperature management
• Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labor

Specifications

• S/M Weighs: 70g
• L/XL Weighs: 73g

Material & Construction

• Main body: 2.7-oz 100% recycled polyester stretch ripstop with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs/PFAS), and 40+ UPF sun protection.
• Underbrim: 4-ply, 4.9-oz NetPlus® 100% postconsumer recycled nylon faille made from recycled fishing nets to help reduce ocean plastic pollution; with a DWR finish made without PFCs/PFAS.
• Sweatband: 2.3-oz 100% recycled polyester double knit.
• Underbrim fabric is certified as bluesign® approved.
• Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory

Help & advice:

• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• The Bluesign System