Arctic Hat Review: Does This Cooling Hat Work?

[@amandakilbourne2261]

This is the only video I've seen on this product that talks about humidity, so thanks for that! Where I live it's always very humid when its hot and I'm working outside on an organic farm with little shade. I think I'm still going to buy it out of sheer desperation, but knowing about how humidity affects the hat helps to gauge my expectations. I have a Slogger's brand sun hat that I adore, but out in the field I need something different. Even if I have to take it off every ten mins and wave it around, it's better than what I'm doing now. Thanks for the spectacular review, it was really well thought out and preformed. Best one I saw!

[@pixietwitch]

I think I will get one for my husband. He does HVAC work here in Las Vegas, so he is out in the sun a LOT during the year. Looks like a great idea to keep him cooler during the days. Thanks, James!

[@rebellady04]

Better also get him a neck cooking towel to wear down the back of his neck and 100 spf sunscreen if you want to make sure he does not get skin cancer I know 3 men who have died with very curable skin cancer

[@rebellady04]

And also because they would not go to the doctor or wear sunscreen

[@intelligentperson6759]

my boss cooks on a gas stove - only 2 windows. Live in Southern New England. What do you think?

[@terrysmith9240]

I was thinking about the saltwater, just as Dawn wrote a year ago. I believe saltwater did make a difference in the cooling capability of the hat because I've noticed the difference in swimming in lakes, chlorine pools, and saltwater pools, or the Gulf of Mexico. There is definitely a difference in the cooling factors. The saltier bodies of water do not cool as well.

[@iamvevee]

THXS I appreciate the review. My hubby does construction here in Jacksonville Fl. I was thinking about getting him one but I think his straw hat would work better. He does have a cooling vest that works awesome

[@paulg390]

I bought one. I like that it does block the sun very well. I’m not crazy about the style, but when it’s very hot, the style is not the first consideration. I will say that it’s not too bad looking. I bought mine at an end of season sale, so I’m not disappointed with the price.

[@donnakosmal]

I just bought the artic hat wondering how it would do in our very humid weather. Now I know. I think I will keep it anyway for the other properties it has. Thanks for the tips.

[@wendellbarnhouse4852]

The test in Florida was bogus because you used ocean water, which probably was 70 to 80 degrees. It appeared in Vegas you poured water from an insulated cup that was probably cool/cold water. I think the hat works best using cool/cold water.

[@drpkmurphy]

Years ago baseball players used to put wet lettuce in their caps to stay cooler in Florida spring training. Just a bit of trivia for you. My Father played for the NY Giants and they trained in Sanford FL.

[@TeaParty1776]

Did cold salad dressing help?

[@jameskelvin6720]

Lettuce? That's funny! I believe it. Coaching staff used to throw weird things at their players all the time before technology and pharma. It's kind of like the old beefsteak on a black eye trick.

[@darkowloffroad]

Given it's ghastly reflective properties (looks bedazzled) will it block the interdimensional reptillian overlord mind control too? ;) Love the channel, take care.

[@Okusar]

Given Las Vegas' proximity to Area 51, this is indeed an important consideration.

[@jenhoney9741]

That is a stunning and untimely comment at this time in my life. I feel betrayed. And much doomed. Tell me. Will it also function as the classic tinfoil hat I have heard of? I did not take classes on the subject unfortunately.

[@kellymcphaul2793]

He just threw the other hat off lol

[@BayouChic]

Lol

[@janerossfield]

I just bought one. I live in southern Spain and it is often 30-40c (in shade) in July and August. I am going to try it now whilst I feed my horses. I usually wear a straw hat but I am hoping this will be better. Dry heat here mostly. Glad I saw your review.

[@Moyersteven1]

It actually looks great on you. I live in Nevada too. In Carson City, I might just have to give it a try. Thanks for another great video, James!!!

[@mayle2010]

I'm glad you tested in Fl (I live near Clearwater!) because I know that evaporative products just don't work here.

[@karenj6726]

Tampa here. 🌞

[@Mudskippered]

Tampa too !!

[@danf2]

Same

[@Msfeathers7]

@@danf2 Hollywood Fl here

[@robertkiefer8967]

Largo, Indian Rocks

[@jkrieps137]

I was considering buying it for my father who works outside regularly. We live in Florida where the humidity can reach 100% your review convinced me that the hat would not work any better than a wide brimmed hat... thanks for the info. Jennifer

[@lgtv1318]

FYI...Esfrankie sponsored ad popped up on FB and they used a portion of your hat review on their ad. It was the temp reading portion of the video. Your reviews are really thorough and well done. Keep doing what you do. Thanks.

[@billruppert5483]

I have a different brand, Chill-it evaporative hat that is neon green and has similar things as the Artic hat. Mine you wet the inside and then spin it around which activates the cooling. I use it when I cut my grass here in NOLA. It works for a while but the humidity is powerful here. Sometimes our humidity is close to 100% but like your review it has a wide brim and a strap. This hat differs in that it's a bright reflective color instead of that reflective material on the Artic. It probably evens out in effectiveness. Thanks for your review.

[@jzchillin]

like many have noted any evaporative cooling materials just don't work effectively in humid environments... I am curious if the reflective material would feel any cooler than another wide brim hat of the same color or not

[@cyberi4a]

You should have tested it against a similar style hat, but the reflective brim does sound like a good idea for a hat. I'd wear it over a regular ball cap on a hot day.

[@workingoutslayer]

cyberi4a the household hacker recently did that at least I think it was the household hacker

[@dawnmeier2834]

Salt water could change results.

[@AlphaOfCrimson]

It's true that salt water evaporates slower than fresh water and this becomes more pronounced in a higher humidity environment but from what I can tell, the difference would be negligible.

[@candysantillo3325]

Dawn Hess Good thought!

[@MultiMrrick]

Didn't he dip it into salt water in Florida?

[@AlphaOfCrimson]

I THINK she was trying to say that the salt water could have been part of the reason why it didn't work as well in Florida.

[@retluoc]

@@AlphaOfCrimson I agree with you. There is a slight chance that salt water could have affected the results, but I doubt it was significant. However, just to be sure, both trials should have used freshwater.

[@Mjollyqd]

Happy to see this review. Hubby and I are going to several western National Parks next week so this will be good for the hikes we plan on during those visits

[@robertkiefer8967]

Hope you enjoyed your visit. After living in the Clearwater area for 42 years I’ve learned nothing will keep you cool outside. But, some things help better than others. I’m not much of a hat person but if I’m driving with the roof off or working in the yard I’ll wear a military style Boonie hat similar to the Arctic hat. The Arctic hat looked like it has better ventilation, it might not keep your head cool but might avoid it getting hot and still provide some shade.

[@MyzteriousLadyX]

Thanks so much for being such a great source of untried useful items. You have earned my trust and the few times I needed things I haven't been disappointed...I think the Arctic hat looks great and being in a desert climate with temperatures in the 100 degree plus range in the Central California summer sun, it will be a Godsend!

[@paulywhal2815]

I am unloading a trailer full of Beach hats right now and I was just curious to know what was in the box and I did get three boxes that was already open and these has the great can't wait to try one once I go buy it at my local Home Depot where all these hats being shipped off to

[@tonyblackmon5516]

Just got one in NC. Wears well, good shade but you are right...humidity is 90% and have to keep going to the outdoor spigot. It's worth the money. Thanks!

[@stevefowler2112]

My wife bought it for me for Christmas and I was like WTH, I'm not wearing that, but then I wore it to the beach and it is awesome, I now fish offshore with it (lost it a few weeks ago so I am buying a 2nd one) and love it. p.s. I live beachfront in Cocoa Beach, Fl.

[@deannamoore7519]

You are a step away from my hometown Safety Harbor and the Skyway away from my current home in Bradenton. Hope you are enjoying our neck of the woods. It’s a beautiful place.

[@cydkriletich6538]

I’m always too hot and live in an area that’s dry/hot for about 6-7 months out of the year.I’d wear it to a sports event in an open arena, although my naturally curly hair would probably frizz badly from the humidity that would ultimately be inside the hat. The big brim is a good idea, too, as your shoulders can attest to! I actually think you look good in it! Thanks for the reviews!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I wear a similarly styled hat with UV protective fabric when I hike in the desert, and dampen it occasionally. I wonder if upgrading to tin foil reflective material and absorbent lining would make much difference. If the Arctic Hat's still around when my current hat wears out, maybe I'll try it. Thanks for the review, James!

[@EzPeasZ]

Good review! Not only did you test 2 different climates, but also a control?!?! Dope.

[@AlphaOfCrimson]

Lol... "I'm not big headed, I just have a large head." Classic.

[@norricdaoc8746]

Well i have put in about 100-120 miles this past summer using this as my long run hot weather hat, including an ultramarathon, 50k Green Lakes Endurance Run. I have to say this damn thing actually works. As long as the humidity is not high the evap layer really does work. And even in humidity the hat is better than anything else I have, decent ventilation, huge brim and the reflective layer really works. Best case I can make, on July 20th here in NY the big heatwave we had got up to 112 F, I went for an 18 mile run, about 9 miles of it was in the sun and I put some water in it every so often from my hydration pack, the brim was HOT, but the head area was cool to the touch...112 F.. unreal. I finished and was not wiped out, no heat exhaustion. Yes it is now my summer running hat, can buy one at Bed bath & Beyond.

[@jlc38]

Love this channel! You have saved me so much money!

[@gingerhowe5247]

I live in Illinois and it gets pretty humid but if I lived in a drier climate I would use it.

[@thecelt9125]

Welcome to the Tampa Bay Area.I'm about 20 minutes from Clearwater. There is no keeping Cool down here with the Humidity.July,August and September can get Brutal with the Humidity especially after an afternoon Thunderstorm .We tend to hibernate in the A/C for those months

[@blakehouchens1258]

Was hoping to see some more head/hat temperature readings in florida.

[@Donteatacowman]

My mom likes to hike here in Colorado, where the air is super dry. I'll think about getting it for her, but I'm not 100% sure she'll wear something in this style :) Always hit and miss to give someone a useful gift that's also a bold fashion choice.

[@pinkypoo75]

The best type of hat to wear here in Florida is a wide brim white straw hat. Here evaporative cooling is useless due to the high humidity. You have to allow the heat to escape from your head to keep you cooler hence a straw hat. Also if possible stay out of the sun between the hours of 11am and 4pm and hydrate hydrate hydrate

[@elainemagliacane]

Reminds me of my Tilley hat, which I love... I live in Charleston SC, and it's VERY humid here, so I want the hat for protection from the sun... and it appears to work for that function.

[@Sirynx77]

7:55 - You should also factor in the dew point temperature. Because anything above 65 (F) degrees in dew point is when you start to feel it uncomfortably muggy and evaporation doesn't work. You mentioned that it was 88 (F) degrees temperature but only 63% relative humidity. Well the dew point was 74 (F) degrees! Of course the hat isn't going to work or anything that uses evaporation to cool the air. Also the heat index that day was 97 (F) degrees.

[@radawhite5681]

So funny was just looking at this hat our family attendees a outdoors concert every year at the end of August here in N.C. (what would be your best pick to stay cooler attending something like that) love the show

[@donneckameyer7281]

I am 75 and must keep head cool. Look forward to using it this summer. 2021. Thanks.

[@daryldettmer9160]

so what was the temp of the water in nevada and what was the temp of the ocean water that you wet the hat with ? was there a difference ? that could change your results

[@Fallguy615Intoit]

I find that it works quite well in humid conditions, Just after a hour or so I poor more cold water in and I'm cool as a cucumber, Plus the wide brim keeps most of the sun off and the reflection works great as well ! How do you think Kung- Fu got through the desert.

[@TheRobterry]

How warm was the Gulf water? I know in Sarasota the water is 84 degrees. Maybe put cold water in it?

[@HellcatM]

I live in Lancaster, CA which is a desert so I think I'd wear it. I never wear a hat indoors so this wouldn't make me change my mind. If it work I'd wear it. Its ok looking, it looks like a safari hat. I think it looks better than a cowboy hat (sorry cowboys and cowgirls). Usually if I wear a hat its either a baseball cap or a beanie. If it was something I could try, I'd be more likely to buy it, but then again to see how it feels, how I look (typically I don't look good in hats). Good review!

[@MrFmiller]

I think you nailed it. Yes I would wear a big floppy hat to keep the sun off me. I have one I bought in Hawaii with a mesh suspension band that keeps the fabric away from my scalp. The sides have mesh around where a hat band would be. The air flow helps substantially in a humid environment. The brim is very wide. Stylin' is in the eye of the beholder. Pain is personal.

[@saulgoodman3305]

I am absolutely thinking about getting this. Here in AZ might be the best possible scenario to wear it. In AZ people fight over shade.lol

[@CommanderGoggle]

I live in the humid south. Try soaking and then freezing the hat and then try it out. That's what I do with evaporative neck bandanas while cutting the grass.

[@alvinwine5665]

I live here in Florida and wear a fishing hat similar to that but with a neck shield works good no water needed you should have been here when it's a100°f and 100% humidity then see how we feel during the hot season it's hot in the sunshine state good job on your reviews by the way

[@collectingonthecheap56353]

I live in humid Minnesota, so I wear a regular sun hat. If I want the cooling, I keep a moist bandanna in the freezer, and wear that under the hat.

[@melodyzahradnick4440]

I live n humid south central Texas... I do exactly what u do. I keep a nice cool bandana n the freezer/fridge and wear it under the hat...

[@roxcyn]

Nice advice, thank you Timothy!

[@Tlyna1952]

Thanks for the review as I had been considering buying one. I have a Sun Tek golf umbrella that I have used hiking or walking as I have had skin cancer in the past, (oddly on my legs which is why I bought a golf umbrella). It does work for reflecting sun and keeping me cooler but is rather bulky so I thought the hat might be nice for out doing yard work but I think I will pass as I live not all that far from Ft Myers and the humidity will negate the value.

[@criminalityonline3689]

Thank you for the review I am a Mail Carrier in Hot Atlanta thinking about purchasing one for the Summer

[@josephpistachio5675]

I want to say that I just ordered the baseball cap version off of eBay. Even though it may not keep your head cool like they say for a long time. I'll just keep a bottle of water with me when I do work. So that I can recharge the ir when it starts to cool down. I have no problem having a bottle of water with me when that happens. It's no big deal.

[@titations973233]

I live in Yuma, Arizona. It gets super hot down here with low humidity. I am going to give the hat a shot when I work outside. As long as it is not humid, it should work.

[@owenkennedy3215]

Was about to ask if you could review this. I think it would be great for when I’m mowing the yard.

[@glbernini0]

Getting performance socks wet definitely helps! I live just outside of Vegas. When riding my bike soaked socks makes a huge difference. Jersey as well.

[@Pienimusta]

"Arctic Hat" sounds more like some super warm hat for -40 C. Seems quite good hat for hot weather though. Won't be winning any style points.

[@jasoningalls4412]

I have used a towel that claimed to keep you cool with water and it would only work if you snapped the heat out of it, and in VA there was a lot of snapping going on.

[@doodlebug6933]

I'll probably get one, I like the brim, kinda like an umbrella 😀 any little bit of coolness when it's hot will work!! Thanks for last years review. Yea it looks good on you. The very top, not so much looks more like a reflector, but that's what keeps the uv out. I will still try one of those Arctic Hats.

[@jason4832]

Just recently aquired the same hat, may try out while mowing the lawn...

[@jason4832]

Eaither way im ready for the high safari

[@jaykey5757]

Let me start by saying i work as a roofer in Florida. I seen this hat yesterday at Wal-Mart. Todays high was 101 degrees. I could feel my head baking in that sun. I went back to Wal-Mart and bought that hat and im sure it will be well worth the 20 bucks.

[@FrankGiampa]

I just saw an online d for this product. There was a clip from this video included in the ad. I hope they got permission from you to use it.

[@sonsiehollingsworth5342]

Frank G. I saw the same ad also yesterday on F.B. I messaged them and the reply I recievd was just " thank you for letting me know "

[@williambrancati6436]

My personal experience is that nothing works well for evaporative cooling in high humidity conditions. The only thing that seems to work a little is misting fans. The mist absorbs heat from the surrounding atmosphere. The side effects are you get a little wet.

[@alphawoolf5981]

I would use it in mountains where it is usually low humidty. I've been looking for something like this.

[@robertwregister4623]

Does the reflective Nature help when former living conspiracy theories?

[@snic6933]

One thing, and the most important thing, you didn't state or test the uv rating. Here in oz that, is the one thing you need. Cooling effect be a bonus if very high uv rating.

[@codylaroy1194]

I hike alot in the mts. of Idaho and in summer months probable do well, but i wouldnt get it wet. Just us the extra brim width. Thanks for your review and you do good work:)

[@georgiadreamingbb1245]

I loved this video james. Thank you for your time and hard work. I am so surprised they chose the next product to be a hat. Hmmmm wandering what's next ... I would have thought so.e sort of neck cooling product or something. Not a hat. Hahaha.

[@K1TT3NM1TT3N5]

Your content is gold, more live streams would be wicked!! Keep up the incredible work

[@ArtisticRescue]

I got a REALLY BAD sunburn when I lived in Chicago, attending a great outdoor concert featuring Robert Randolph and the Family Band. 　 The sunburn later turned into skin cancer. I later had to have that cancer surgically removed by Bellingham Ear, Nose and Throat, in Bellingham, Washington. 　 Chicago gets pretty humid, being located next to Lake Michigan. 　 When I saw an ad for the Arctic Hat, I found myself wondering how it would have worked for me on that day. 　 My suspicion is that the cooling function would have worked a lot better in a dry climate like Las Vegas or the Hoover Dam, which is pretty close to Vegas.

[@richardmosebar8395]

I would definitely wear it fishing, but I would only use tap, or bottled water. Not lake, stream, or salt. Thanks for the review. I like to see an unbiased review of all products before I purchase anything. Richard

[@Joshf11221983]

That hat would work great for my dad and I fishing. He is always worried about to much sun

[@piemasta93]

As others have pointed out the test is not the same as an arbitrary was added in - salt water. One the water is warmer I expect than the water used from your bottle and two the salt content will effect cooling I am sure.

[@redskin4040]

The only thing that helps here in southern NC is in the house with the AC on. We have gills to breathe with here. Had friends come here from the north west . They thought they were going to die here. And it was fall.

[@hankmesker]

I used to live in Reno and Carson I love it. Greetings from Ottawa I like your channel, I love tv products too mate. Keep the hard work bro.

[@Core10knee]

The air vents in the side of the hat, wouldn't that allow sunburn on those spots if the sun is at the correct angle?

[@kilgorecustom7021]

My wife and I both agree, that 100% complements your style bro.

[@missaleisha9450]

You should try the ball cap version they make style for real comparison to the white hat you used. 😎 I recently bought 1 of the brimmed hats like yours for myself & my mom. We live in Ohio. We both have trouble with heat & I'm severely allergic to the sun, we are definitely going to be putting them to use! ❤️That hat is TOTALLY your style! ❤️ Love how you put lots of thought into your comparisons! Keep up the good work!

[@westernspud504]

i live in hawaii i just ordered the artic hat ,i have the artic air love it still works great after 3 yrs ,

[@karenleigh2786]

The only thing I noticed that you did different was in Vegas you checked the temp of your head after the 20 min. walk and in Florida you did not, so I am still unsure if it was working or not...only on how you felt it worked...Maybe try again and give the reading of your head temp in Florida...that would give a better accounting of accuracy...thanks though on the review

[@jeffreyvasquez6519]

I like the Artic hat. Good for yard yard too. 🙏👍it looks good. I guess the brim could be bigger. But it works in hot weather San Diego.

[@SPIRITWILDCHILD28]

You have convinced me to go ahead and buy the Arctic hat. I live in AZ so it should really work for me. I have an illness that makes me unable to stand the sun and heat. Thank you for helping me.

[@pamelaflirtyskunk7698]

I've got it! I need to start reviewing cooling items so I can travel to FL! 😂 That's the problem we have here In Indianapolis. It gets so humid, not much helps cool except jumping in water. For instance, it was 83° yesterday with 75% humidity... BLECH!

[@petyachakarova]

Hi from Naples, FL! Boy we all living down here know what you are talking about the humidity.. Still it's paradise on earth! Enjoy your vacation! 👍🏻

[@bfhammer]

I already wear a desert-cammo army boonie hat for hiking normally. I would wear the Artic Hat, but I won't go out of my way to get one.

[@FreakinBrandon]

4:05 Arctic Socks 😂😂

[@EricN73158]

Thumbs up for the Arctic Socks

[@candysantillo3325]

Eric Niederer too funny!

[@EricN73158]

@@candysantillo3325 It is not a good idea at all but yeah it was funny in the vid XD THINK OF THE FOOT SMELL from the fungus you will get with wet feet in a shoe all day :(

[@nancecil61]

And Duluth Buck Naked Artic Underwear

[@criptin4075]

@@nancecil61 Artic Bikini tops, every mans dream haha. XD

[@TimFromLA]

It's been in the 90s and 100s in Los Angeles, but the humidity is in the low teens to single digits. I may try the Arctic hat, but I have a feeling it may not fit my head, I am a long hair.

[@tommyo321]

It looked like in Vegas you put chilled water from your bottle in the arctic hat. Then in Florida you used ocean water which is going to be 40 degrees higher than chilled water from a bottle. What do you think?

[@flyer7707]

Do you think the salt water affected the cooling properties versus the unsalted water you used in Vegas?

[@UnboxWarehouse]

My poor hat. How dare you disrespect the mech! Haha. JK. Thanks so much James I had no idea you were doing this. Your reviews are second only to your character. Subscribe to Freakin Reviews!

[@Redmaile25]

Wow! Great review man! I was losing my mind trying to figure out if this was worth it. Guess so! Thanks so much!

[@normagomez1001]

That would be a good yard work hat. Or swapmeet hat. I'm over here in cali. And my dad always uses hats that are made of that straw stuff but they wear easy. Maybe I'll get him that for fathers day. Hes always outside washing cars and doing yard work.

[@Honeypot-x9s]

ya for humid environments, you need clothing that blocks and breaths.. not actual cooling effect you can get in humid environments for clothing just trying to not trap heat while blocking the sun. i do wear hats similar to these myself when i go hiking or fishing, but my hat is all vents and light weight and designed to keep sun blocked while exhausting my heat.. dont wanna add moisture to it, it will hold heat, in fact you want clothing that wicks moisture away from you and rapidly dries. i lived most of my life on east coast, and i have family out west live in desert areas like Phoenix, Vegas, and areas around there they come to east coast to visit sometimes and they always do this where they say used to the heat, gets much hotter there than it does here, but they arrive here in dead of summer and are suffering... have to always remind them coolest they will get outside is whatever temperature is in the shade, no evaporative cooling here.. and one reason i go fishing in dead of summer during the hottest hours,,, find a nice shady spot of the creek under the trees and enjoy it for next couple hours...

[@NavajoNinja]

I LIVE IN NORTHERN ARIZONA. DONT MATTER HOW IT LOOKS, IN SUMMER UR GLAD TO HAVE ANY FULL BRIM HAT HERE. MIGHT ORDER ONE FOR MYSELF. GREAT REVIEW AS ALWAYS JAMES.

[@akane135]

Clearwater!!! My neck of the woods. I’ve lived here for 20yrs. I hope you enjoyed your stay 😁

[@alextanner3865]

Cool to see you're in Clearwater! Hope we're making you feel welcome!

[@westernspud504]

i wonder he dropped it in the ocean water i just curious if regular fresh water makes any difference ?

[@tonsilsthecat3430]

Did the instructions say salt water can be used? Because it seems to me that the salt residue would hamper the effect.

[@markypro57]

My Arctic hats just arrived. My grandson and I will be trying them out next time we cut the grass out here in NC.

[@Boricvamorena13]

I've used a Mission cooling towel for the past couple summers, very effective.

[@Mulberrysmile]

I liked the hat on you, and I liked the reflective aspect. I wonder if one could put that thin attic reflective insulation inside a hat with a fabric liner and the vent holes? Summer sucks....Maybe I should just consider moving to Antarctica.