Customers overwhelmingly praise this hat for exceptional sun protection, lightweight comfort, and versatile design. Most highlight its ability to shield the face, ears, and neck from UV rays while remaining breathable during outdoor activities like fishing and gardening. The adjustable drawcord provides a secure, customizable fit, and the sweatband sits comfortably without pressure. The UPF-50+ rating and neutral colors are frequently cited as key strengths. Some note the neck flap is too short for full coverage, and a few mention it lacks a chin strap for windy conditions. Overall, reviewers strongly recommend it for reliable sun protection.
I like it and trust fabric is as stated , comfortable and stays on
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 2, 2026
Love this hat!
Fit: True to size
Great lightweight hat! No worries about hiking in the woods, and great sun protection, both in the canoe and picking berries!
Miriam
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 22, 2026
Doesn’t Meet Requirements
Fit: True to size
Hat appears well made. However; the whole reason for purchase was to shade the back of the neck. The neck flap is very short - just barely reaching the neck hem of my T shirt. Inad
Response from L.L.Bean
August 25, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We're sorry the Tropicwear Hat did not work for you. We appreciate the feedback. We accept returns within one year if you are not happy with your purchase. A member of our team will be reaching out with the details.
KrlSch
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 18, 2026
Fishing Hat
Fit: True to size
Nice hat for blocking the sun, but the back part needs to be about 2 inches longer to fully cover your neck. Would also help to have a strap under your chin to help the the hat on
Response from L.L.Bean
August 20, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for the thoughtful review. We really appreciate the detailed feedback and have forwarded it to the product team.
sunspot
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 16, 2026
Perfect Fit
Fit: True to size
Hat provides protection from as described in the product description
Joel 2436
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 28, 2026
Solves 2 problems!
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Fishing
Needed a hat to protect my head below ball cap level but so have a brim stiff and long enough to hold up flip focals. This one does both jobs pretty well.
Riffle 572
WY
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 28, 2026
Great fit
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Fishing
Quality construction. Feels great. Cape should work better than my wide brim hat.
Llewellinguy
Fairhope, Al
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 23, 2026
Fit: True to size
Comfortable hat with good coverage. Only complaint is that I like a removable flap.
Bob3
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 21, 2026
A REAL fishing hat
Fit: True to size
This is a real fishing hat ….take that from my nephews mouth cause he’s a real fisherman….we live across from the Detroit river on an island called Grosse ile and everyone fishes
Pj39
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 17, 2026
Perfectly Designed
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 6'3"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Hiking
This hat is very lightweight. The sun protection to me is perfect without excess material: the shade in the back comes just down to the line of my t-shirt. There were some review
Evan
Brooklyn, NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 18, 2026
Perfect for mowing!
Fit: True to size
I have worn this hat twice to mow. Light, adjustable, comfortable, covers my neck and ears! It also makes wearing my ear protection more comfortable!
Pat74
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 11, 2026
Get one!
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
I bought the hat to take to Portugal for a 2 week vacation. Up and down the mountains in and out of the ocean my hat keep me cool and protected.
Obido
North Carolina
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 30, 2026
Poor design
The hat is designed to protect against sun but the bill of the hat is way
too short to be functional.
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 6, 2025
No Red Face
Fit: True to size
It's great in keeping your head cool. Plus your face and neck. My face & neck did not sunsburn.
CJ South Central Nebrask
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 19, 2025
Darth Vader Silhouette
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Back flap barely covers your neck. Needs to be a bit longer.
KZGramma
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 3, 2025
Great Sun Hat
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: Too large
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I use this for outside work to keep the sun off my head, neck and face dye to skin issues. It works great. I can wear hearing protection and eye protection comfortably with is hat.
Larry
Marysville, Ohio
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 2, 2025
Keep the sun off
Fit: True to size
Fits good, looks good, and is great for yard work. Thank you Mike
Mike J
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 28, 2025
No neck coverage
Fit: A little small
Needs to be much longer to cover neck! Good quality just way to short returned
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 21, 2025
Sun Protection for ears and neck
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Great protection hat for being in the sun. Bought this for my Dad to wear while fishing, cutting the grass, and walking around the neighborhood.
Pern
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 19, 2025
Excellent - Nice Fit and Good Sun Protection
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: A little large
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Excellent hat - more like a baseball cap. Fit, comfort and protection over ears and neck from direct sun. It looks a little nerdy - which is unavoidable given ear and neck protec
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