Hat Chin Cord, Flexible Removable Hat Chin Strap with Spring Loaded Stop Cord Lock

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If working in the UK, there are some common standards you should ensure that your helmet conforms to if you are working at height. That said, Melin is known for their premium, Rolls Royce style hats, and the attention to detail and elevated nature of the A-Game Hydro is vastly apparent. It stays put well with a neoprene strap but the lack of a super snug fit means you’re going to have a bit more wiggle-room when duck diving. When you’re surfing, you want to be focused on just that and not whether your hat is flying off your head.

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For 2023, we did a complete retest of the best surf hats on the island of Oahu, a perfect location for testing with plenty of waves and plenty of sunshine, adding options like the Patagonia Merganzer, and others. While a cheap, gas station hat will get the job done for a few sessions, it likely won’t stand the test of time—something to consider when selecting your hat. Unfortunately, our gear tester lost it out in the field (while traveling, not in the water), but it made a lasting impression. As with most things, surf hat style comes down to opinion but in general, some hats are agreeably more stylish than others. Wet hats can also stink up your car or potentially mold, so having something that dries quickly is a huge plus.

I tend to spend a lot of time in the water and on the beach, so I want to make surf my hat is comfortable. Working At Height Chin Strap - A chin strap for working at height must conform to EN12492, which states that the chin strap release force must be greater than 500 newtons.

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While surfing, we took into consideration how comfortable the hats were, how well they stayed put, the amount of sun protection they offered, and how stylish (or unstylish) they were. Standout features include an adjustable chin-strap that doesn’t rub, mesh ventilation at the ears for enhanced hearing, a brim that flips up for paddling, and an adjustable back closure. In early 2022, we tried out the Dakine Indo bucket hat, and realized there was a new sheriff in town. I appreciate hats where the chin strap can be stowed away when you’re not surfing, so you don’t look like a total kook when hanging out on the beach post session.A baseball style cap with just a front brim will protect your face but leave your ears and neck exposed. In short, yes, it will not only help reduce the risk of head injury should the worst happen, but it is also a legal requirement (depending on the work at height you are doing). Even without the flap, the hat provides great sun protection for your face and neck, although the brim is not the widest on this list.

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Not only does a hat offer sun protection for your skin, but it protects your eyes from the sun as well, which can be particularly helpful during midday or sunset sessions here in California. These have a few subtle differences from traditional hard hats as they have to adhere to slightly different standards. If you plan on hanging on the beach, going for a hike, or going out for burritos post session, it’s nice to have a hat that dries quickly so you’re not walking around dripping all day. Consider what type of protection you need when you’re in the market for a hat and purchase accordingly.Working at ground level requirements - When working at ground level, most impact sources will be from falling objects coming directly downward, which means the top of the helmet is the most reinforced.

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The Indo comes with a secure chinstrap that has yet to fail us, and even if it were to get ripped free, it floats. Patagonia is in the business of making top of the line outdoor and adventure gear and their Merganzer hat is no exception.Another surf worthy feature is the glare-reducing brim that features a dark underbill to reduce glare. Made from a blend of nylon/polyester/neoprene the hat is lightweight, comfortable, and dries quickly. While the hat may flop around in heavier surf, the chin cord with a secure toggle makes it ideal for beach hangs or smaller days. A wide, full brim will obviously offer the most sun protection, shielding both your face, neck, and ears. If it doesn’t offer any way to secure it to my head, then I want to make sure the hat floats because at one point or another, I know it’s going to go flying.