Outdoor Research Swift Cap Review
The Outdoor Research Swift Cap is perfect for anyone who likes to spend time outdoors. If you need a little extra protection from the Sun, then you've come to the right place. The nylon panels of the hat offer SPF 50 + sun protection to give you an extra layer I've safety between you and the sun's harmful rays. Additionally, the moisture-wicking material can help keep your head relatively dry if you get caught in light rain. Also, the breathability helps prevent overheating and allows the sweat from your head to evaporate quickly. The product features a sweat absorbing headband that dries quickly as well.
Customers love all the fun, and contrasting colors that he had comes in. You can pick something that's going to go best with the activity that you were doing or your style. You can buy in the great-looking hat with the affordable cost and the durability. It makes for an excellent value.
Most customers loved the Outdoor Research Swift Cap and would recommend it to their friends and family.
Budget-friendly cost
Durable
One size fits most
Variety of color options
Comfortable
Thin and flimsy materials
Light colors show dirt
Activities
Something to keep in mind, the hat is more for casual wear. It isn't something you're going to want to wear if you're going to the office or any type of formal event. However, it is an excellent option for your casual everyday activities or even outdoor sporting events.
Materials
When it comes to the front panel of the bill, they're made out of Supplex, the fabric that is man-made, and it can give you a little bit of stretch for added durability. More important than the elasticity though, is the fact that it is permeable to both air and water. This is a common material that you find in a lot of sports apparel and equipment because it doesn't retain moisture and allows for decent airflow.
The side panels and the back of the hat feature nylon mesh to allow for fantastic ventilation. Thanks to the mesh, you can get a decent amount of air flowing into the cap naturally so you can stay cool and dry throughout your adventures.
This product uses decent quality materials in the construction. However, there are a handful of consumers who stated that it might not be the most durable. They would have liked to have seen materials that were a little less flimsy. However, this didn't deter a lot of customers from wearing and enjoying the hat.
Breathability
The Hat features mesh lining at the crown, which allows the air to flow smoothly through to cool your skin down. Additionally, it's going to let the heat from your body escape, as well as the sweat from your head to evaporate and leave your body. It's going to help ensure that you're staying as cool and comfortable as possible while you're out and about.
Another great feature of this cap is that it does offer moisture-wicking technology in the materials. The Outdoor Research Swift Cap has a TransAction Headbands that will keep the sweat from rolling down your face and getting into your eyes. Since the moisture will be dried up off that material so it can evaporate easier, you aren't going to have to worry about being stuck what headwear for the duration of your activities.
Comfort
Thankfully, customers can agree that wearing the Outdoor Research Swift Cap can help keep them reasonably comfortable. It gives customers an extra layer of protection on the top of their heads from the sun, but thanks to the breathability of the materials, it's also going to prevent overheating and keep it relatively fresh.
The hat is made out of lightweight materials. This means that it's almost like you're not wearing anything at all on your head. It's not going to feel like an additional weight holding you down and frustrating you throughout the day.
Additionally, the product features a moisture-wicking headband as well as a mesh lining, so you are going to have to worry about sweat dripping down into your face throughout your workout. It's always nice when you don't have to worry about your sweat running from your head down into your eyes, causing distractions, allowing you to focus on the task at hand.
Everything about this hat screams comfort.
Durability
That said, there are a handful of reviewers who stated that the materials weren't as durable as they would have hoped. They commented that they prefer their hats with better quality materials and more robust quality. However, if they change the materials up for something more heavy-duty, you wouldn't be able to have the lightweight and breathable fabric that makes this product what it is.
Another thing to note, some customers had complaints about the lighter colored hats. They stated that if you are opting for one of the brighter colors, it can show dirt more easily. This can leave the Hat looking messy and stained, which people don't like. Yes, you can wash the Hat to get it clean, so it shouldn't be too much of a hassle. However, sometimes you get a stain that you just can't wash out, and it can become frustrating.
Style
Each one of these caps come in dual colors. It helps give the product a more aesthetically pleasing look that customers can appreciate. You can choose from a variety of fun color options so you can pick something for any occasion.
You can choose from dusk and dark gray, Baltic and light gray, pewter and dark gray, sand and light gray, raspberry and dark gray, Diablo (orange) and dark grey, chartreuse, black and dark grey, Bahama, Cobalt, Evergreen and dark gray, desert sunrise and dark gray, fatigue and dark gray, khaki and dark gray, fig, Glacier, and light gray, multi camo, white, and light gray, lemongrass and light gray, or lime and dark gray.
No matter which color combination you decide to go with, customers can agree that you're going to look fantastic wearing it.
Size
The product has a 23-inch circumference end of the brim of the hat as a measurement of 2 3/4 inches. Something to keep in mind, however, is that these measurements are merely estimates. The actual size might vary slightly from hat to hat. That said, it is generally reasonably consistent, but not always 100% accurate.
Value
When it comes to the cost of this hat, it's right around average when compared to the competitor's products. Yes, you'll find similar products that are far cheaper, but they don't have as good quality as this one does. On the same note, you'll find more expensive hats, but they have more features to offer you.
If you're looking for something that's middle of the road with an average price tag, then this is the product for you. You're not going to be spending a lot of extra money, and you're going to be getting an excellent product.
Protection
Additionally, the nylon panels with the moisture-wicking technology are going to help keep you relatively dry if you get caught in the rain. It's going to protect your head and keep them oyster out of your eyes so you can stay focused on what's ahead of you.
Since the bill of the hat is shaped, it's going to assist in shielding your eyes from the Sun. This is going to keep you safe while you're participating in any kind of outdoor workout. It's going to ensure that you're able to see what's in front of you without distractions. If you're able to see where you're going and what's in front of you, you can avoid possibly hazardous situations to keep you safe.
Bottom Line
The cap does a decent job of letting air flow freely inside the hat, which can keep you nice and cool. At the same time, it's going to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Additionally, it's going to give you a little bit of protection from the elements thanks to the moisture-wicking materials and sweat collecting headband.
Whose product is one-size-fits-most, so there shouldn't be a problem when it comes to wearing it. It does have an adjustable back strap with a metal buckle so you can customize the size as you see fit.
If you combine the average price tag with decent durability, it makes a great value that many customers can appreciate. It will make a great addition to your wardrobe when you leave the house.