Some gear earns its place in your pack by doing one job brilliantly. The Glacial Gear Foldable Trail Hat weighs just 57 grams (2 oz), packs down to the size of your hip belt pocket, and keeps your head cool through the hottest climbs — then disappears until you need it again.
Why it belongs in your pack
The unstructured design is the secret here. No stiff brim, no bulky crown, just featherlight, quick-drying nylon with wide mesh panels that let air flow freely across your head. And because it's unstructured, it actually gets better with time: the more you wear it, the more it molds to the shape of your head for a truly personal fit.
Crossing a creek? Fording a river? The brim floats. If your hat takes a swim, it stays on the surface waiting for you instead of sinking out of sight.
Features
Ultralight: only 57 g (2 oz)
Wide mesh panels for maximum airflow and breathability
Quick-drying nylon construction
Unstructured fit that molds to your head over time
Packs down small — fits in a hip belt pocket or stash pouch
Floating brim for creek crossings and water days
Made for real miles
Thru-hiking, fastpacking, creek-hopping, or just long summer days on the trail — this is the piece of gear you stop thinking about entirely. It rides on your head when the sun is out, vanishes into your pack when it isn't, and dries before your next break.
When you're not wearing it, simply fold it down and stash it away — ready for your next summit, campsite, or trail.
Shipping & returns
Orders ship within 1-2 business days. Returns accepted within 30 days in original condition.
