I’ve had this winter hat for roughly a year now, and overall, I’ve been very pleased.
Plush faux shearling and fleece on the inside, this winter warrior has flaps that cover a good portion of your face, snapping together under your chin.
This really comes in handy on windy winter days – not necessarily to keep the hat on your head, but to protect your face from frostbite and/or windburn. If you really need to hunker down, the forehead flap (held in place by two snaps) also folds down, essentially covering your whole face. The outer nylon/polyester shell is quite durable and readily repels snow.
This piece of winter kit is very simple yet highly functional. It does one thing…and does it well…It keeps your brain box from becoming an ice box. The Hoser from The North Face is ideal for very cold weather.
Aside from the small pocket on the side which is really too small to be practical, and a slight reduction in your hearing, the Hoser is a great investment in winter kit.
Well made, cozy, lightweight and not extravagantly priced.
Cost: Around CDN $60