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Reviews > Clothing > Hats, Caps and Visors > Marmot Precip Baseball Cap > Owner Review by Theresa Lawrence
MARMOT PRECIP BASEBALL CAP
November 01, 2012
TESTER INFORMATION
I have more than 15 years of backpacking experience. Day hikes and 2-3 day backpacking trips take place on most weekends throughout the year while longer trips are only occasional. I backpack predominantly in mountain terrain (Coast Range, Cascades and Canadian Rockies) with the goal of summiting peaks. Activities I use my gear with include mountaineering, ski touring, rock climbing, kayaking, biking, trail running, Search and Rescue and overseas travel. I like my gear to be reasonably light, convenient and simple to use though I would not claim to be a lightweight hiker. Product Information
Product Description
The Marmot PreCip Baseball Cap is intended for rugged outdoor activities. The hat is constructed out of seven nylon panels to contour the fit. The 100% nylon PreCip technology is designed to be lightweight, waterproof and breathable. It is comprised of a microporous polyurethane material impregnated with silicon dioxide particles. These particles create holes small enough for vapour to exit, but are too small to allow liquid in. The coating has ceramic particles for added durability, waterproof reliability and Dry Touch comfort. There is a DriClime sweatband that is intended for all-day comfort and dryness. The DriClime Moisture Management Technology is a 3-diminsional wicking system designed to draw moisture away from skin. The hat is lined with a 100% polyester mesh liner and has an adjustable fit with the use of a hook-and-loop closure. Field Use
FIELD CONDITIONS: I have owned this hat for 18 months and have worn it on several overnight backpacking trips and dozens of excursions day-hiking, car camping, kayaking and search and rescue practices. This hat has seen temperatures as low as -2 C (28 F) and as high as 95 C (F) and everything in between. Many days of rain, sleet, snow and sun exposure have met this rugged hat. Summary
The Marmot PreCip Baseball Cap has been a fantastic asset to my rain gear and has made a case for keeping the sun off my head and eyes. It is reliably waterproof and breathable and has proved to be comfortable and durable. I continue to use this hat for hiking, kayaking, camping and search and rescue. In the winter, it keeps my head warm too and snow out of my eyes. And well, I like the way it looks! Read more gear reviews by Theresa Lawrence Reviews > Clothing > Hats, Caps and Visors > Marmot Precip Baseball Cap > Owner Review by Theresa Lawrence |