The hat I wear and why - Tilley

Short video about the hat I wear, why I wear it and whats good about it! enjoy!
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[@jarrahdrum]

I’m bald. The Tilley is my hair 🙂

[@TedWeirum]

It’s always a good hair day!

[@beardvsmess3657]

That's funny 😀👍👍

[@kA-gk8ub]

Lol best hair out there

[@spizzed]

Best reply ever!

[@jarrahdrum]

@@spizzed thank you, greetings from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@jfgreen1959]

I had a piece of melanoma removed from my ear, so now I have five Tilley hats. My white smash up one was a lifesaver in Spain. I just wish I had started wearing them years ago. Great videos, new subscriber here.

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks! Welcome to the channel! :)

[@N-1951]

I wear mine because I had a spot of skin cancer on my nose. It was not fun when I had to get it removed and repaired. I hide from the sun as much as possible. The tilley hat helps a lot. The LTM6 is my favorite.

[@TedWeirum]

Awesome to hear that you’ve had such great use for it! :)

[@jusbeeb4416]

You don't look stupid, it performs a function and is a part of you. Rockit out!

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks brother!

[@edcatt9196]

Another thing about the Tilley Hats that have the double head strap system that I really like, which is different when wearing a hat without this feature, is the wind keeps messing with it, tugging at it, and you tend to tense your facial and neck muscles to try and compensate for that...but with the this sort of very secure double strap system you can relax those muscles and it makes for a more comfortable, and less worrisome experience in the wind. It might sound like a silly thing to mention, but if your outdoors all day in the wind with such a hat, in contrast to hats without any sort of chin straps(s), you relax the way you hold your head and neck and that really is nice and you enjoy your experiences more.

[@TedWeirum]

Good point! Totally agree! :)

[@suerobinson1995]

I have a LMT5, had it for years, best summer travel hat ever. Keeps its shape no matter how often it gets scrunched up. Just about to get a waxed cotton Outback TWC7 and know it’ll be the only wet weather hat I’ll ever need.

[@TedWeirum]

Yeah the quality is really something! You use it for so many years it becomes a part of you! Thanks for watching Sue!

[@bibsoutdoors4786]

I don't understand why you think you may not look good in your Tilly? YOU LOOK GREAT, screw anyone who would tell you differently! I've only had mine for almost six months now, I really enjoy it. Your a handsome young man and esthetics is the last thing you need to worry about! Ha Ha! Seriously....... Cheers, Bibsoutdoors

[@4ndj]

I have this same hat (except the other color, Natural). Can confirm it is basically a perfect hat. And the fact that you buy one and then have it guaranteed for life is insane

[@TedWeirum]

True!

[@jaymartin5752]

Your video actually made me order the T3 Cotton Duck in Olive. It arrived from Tilley today and its awesome! I have it in Khaki and now Olive and by far the Olive is the better color.

[@TedWeirum]

Cool man! Don’t go spending too much now! :) enjoy your hats buddy! :)

[@wordofiris1130]

I hesitate between olive or black ... 🙂

[@davidchereneimmel8820]

like the video man, I have worn hats all my life and you nailed the reason why I do. some people like to bust my chops about my hats but that's ok too. and you are correct but a good one what ever style you buy. and also I would add a ball cap is just that, a cap not a hat. peace man. oh a subscription for a fellow hat wearing guy.

[@TedWeirum]

thank you so much David! :) Im wearing my hat for the next video that im working on right now!

[@calartian85]

And when it wears out they will replace it at 50% off. Tilley is awesome. I bought two 20 years ago and have been through about three of each model in warranty. Wash it by hand in a bucket. Dry flat. Wash frequently. Oil and sweat will weaken the cotton duck.

[@TedWeirum]

That’s so awesome!

[@colemankamryn]

I have 3 Tilleys, one of which I bought 18-20 years ago. My favorite is the Wanderer and it goes every where with me. Going to buy a Henschel next. I use to feel silly wearing mine all the time but not anymore.

[@TedWeirum]

ColeKam thanks for watching! Yeah at first it felt a bit weird but then it's like the hat become a part of you! It's a different experience with the hat! :)

[@colemankamryn]

I wear a stormy kromer in the winter, same effect and look from others, but the wonderful thing about age is that the older you get the less you care about fashion and what others think, its all about the practicality and purpose.

[@TedWeirum]

ColeKam I get what you mean!

[@WagonBurner1868]

my nephew lost mine during fathers day and i have been looking like crazy for it. i have had it for over 5 years with 5 years worth of memories. It was a T3 duck down olive, i wore it for every outdoor occassion. i feel as if i lost an heirloom.

[@TedWeirum]

I get it, hope you can find it brother!

[@BeeeHonest]

I too, have a Tilley for a few years, I love it. I recently waxed it with beeswax to make it waterproof, oh, and stink prove too! Try it, it also helps to keep it in "shape".

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks for the tip brother, I’ll be sure to try it out!

[@johnl.8616]

@@TedWeirum If you plan on waxing it use the Fjallraven Green Wax. Won't make your hat shiny looking.

[@TedWeirum]

Perfect! That’s also the only wax I got! 🤣

[@bennwj]

I have been wearing Tilley hats for 20 years. The only one I didn’t really like was the Hemp one…T3 I believe it is.

[@TedWeirum]

That’s awesome brother! :)

[@fortunatejeremy]

Tilley hats looks great in the woods or on the water. Not so much in the city though.

[@TedWeirum]

I do agree!

[@lightsone2]

I like my Tilleys. I don't think any sillier in mine than other people look in cheaper hats. I do look silly in a cap, though. My first Airflow is worn out and I'm trying to get Tilley to replace it since it's got a lifetime guarantee. It's dragging on two months now. Maybe soon.

[@TedWeirum]

I hope it works out for you, maybe it’s the current situation that’s holding it up, stay safe!

[@lightsone2]

@@TedWeirum The Company says that's the reason. I was being a little whiney.

[@johnl.8616]

Totally agree. I have a few Tilley hats but my favorite is the T3 in olive green. And yes the Indiana Jones thing is always good.

[@TedWeirum]

Nice collection there brother! :)

[@PaulMcCabe]

I just bought a Tilley hat as my first hat, I’m not a hat guy & feel I will look silly also but I bought it to protect my head.

[@TedWeirum]

It’s not what you wear its how you wear it! You’ll do great! :)

[@PaulMcCabe]

@@TedWeirum Thanks bro 😎

[@FABM27]

Haha i managed to order 2 for about $100 including shipping. Only khaki colour was available which looks more like a grey on the Tilley website. Ordered a M and a L as I am not sure about the size! But hopefully its an original and not a fake!! Will report back!!!

[@TedWeirum]

Please do! :)

[@claudechopin6738]

Haha, glad I’m not alone... I do feel so silly wearing it - but agree, it’s so beneficial.

[@TedWeirum]

Let’s face it, we’re trend setters.. ;)

[@niallmurray9725]

Just ordered.. hope it lasts and feels as nice on the swede as my 10+ year old boonie. Being pale, in the summer a brimmed hat is essential, hope it makes me look like Indiana Jones too off course! Thanks for the review 🙏👍🤠

[@TedWeirum]

My pleasure brother!

[@moorejl57]

Liked the hat info, but don't drink untreated water out of a stream. I got Giardia drinking from a very clean stream in Northern California as a kid and it wasn't pretty.

[@TedWeirum]

Check! :)

[@samuelhope6817]

Ordered a T3 this afternoon while they had a sale, total cost was $46

[@TedWeirum]

sounds like a good deal, hope you're happy with it! :)

[@will987able]

Just ordered one for my 6th season of treeplanting in British Columbia, have tried a few different wide brimmed hats in previous seasons, look forward to seeing how this one stacks up!

[@TedWeirum]

Let us know! :)

[@will987able]

@@TedWeirum will do!

[@foxwithglocks1148]

As someone who plants trees all day everyday for a living also I’m glad to see this comment. It’s what I was looking for. I’m in the Florida sun all day and straw hats fall apart in weeks.

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks for letting us know! :)

[@tjorbenborchers]

I wear a lifeline cap all the time sometimes even inside because i dont think about in anymore :D

[@TedWeirum]

+Tjorben Borchers that’s awesome! Thanks for watching! :)

[@jimjessup2995]

Had my Tilley hat for 20yrs put it thru dishwasher a few times as per in instructions now more white as it's bleached over the yrs cost a lot at the time but we'll worth the money if your folicly challenged. bought a waxed versions last year can't praise Tilley enough

[@TedWeirum]

Agreed! :)

[@caffiend.]

do a video on that cool coat.

[@TedWeirum]

Done it, search the channel and you shall find! :)

[@jn9218]

Anyone know if this is the T3 Wanderer or the T3 Cotton Duck? I am just deciding between the two..

[@Murtagh653]

i believe it's the T3 cotton duck, i think the T3 wanderer has blackened eyelets and snaps and an artificially aged look (intentional design choice) whereas the T3 cotton duck has shiny brass eyelets and a crisp new look

[@Bukkakenist]

I ordered mine in color navy blue.

[@TedWeirum]

good choice mate!

[@captaindavidburton]

Great video - great hat. I've just ordered one. Question for you - what jacket are you wearing in this video? Thanks.

[@TedWeirum]

Keb Jacket! there's a video on it!

[@kamuelalee]

Great video and nice hat, thanks for posting! I live in the tropics -- lots of sun, rain, humidity -- would this be a good hat for the tropics?

[@TedWeirum]

I think it would! let me know if you get it and how it works for you!

[@kamuelalee]

@@TedWeirum Will do!

[@HoratioChinn]

Being someone with a complexion susceptible to suburn and at an age where the amount of hair on my chin is more that that on the top of my head, I've invested in the Tilley T3 hat. I'm hoping that it'll allow me to be in the sun for more than an hour without me turning into the colour of a cooked lobster with the health implications that has.

[@TedWeirum]

Well spoken! :) I think you’ll be more than fine with this one! :)

[@babyg6934]

Grym hatt och bra video! Köpte min på naturkompaniet för ett par månader sen, burit den var dag sedan dess. Har du vaxat din hatt med fjällrävens vax ännu? Och om, hur tycker du att det funkar?

[@TedWeirum]

Vad kul att höra! jag har inte vaxat min än, får se om man kanske gör det någon dag!

[@tjm3900]

Tilley sold out recently and they are now making their famous hats in CHINA as well as Canada. As a fan of the Tilley hat I find this unacceptable. I WILL NOT BUY A CHINESE TILLEY HAT. Perhaps if others here feel the same way the owners of Tilley might change this practice.

[@TedWeirum]

Make sure you let them know, maybe they’ll be able to come back to Canada one day

[@towncallednevers]

Where did you see that they make stuff in China now?

[@tjm3900]

@@towncallednevers On the inside of one of the Tilly hats

[@towncallednevers]

@@tjm3900 After some investigating, it looks like Tilley has decided to make most of their iconic Airflo hats as well as some other new young"trendy" hats (the Nomad, the Hyeto, some other hats that are trying to appeal to younger people) in China. You can still get an Airflo "mash-up" hat that's made with recycled yarn, they actually look really nice, and they're still made in Canada. Sucks for me as the iconic LTM5 might have been a purchase I would have considered in the future, now I'll have to really think on that. Luckily a bunch of their other hats are still made on Gervais Ave in North York... I have the T3 Wanderer and the TTW2 Tec-Wool winter hat, they're both still made in Canada. Really unfortunate and kind of a bummer. Funny, if you literally google "Tilley made in china" there's a Globe & Mail article/interview with Alex Tilley where he states his negative opinion on overseas manufacturing. I mean, I'm bummed out that they're not 100% made in Canada anymore but if a life-long Tilley wearer were to compare a Canadian-made Airflo and a Chinese-made Airflo and not be able to tell the difference, there's still that? Here's the list of Canadian-made products: www.tilley.com/ca_en/made-in-canada.html

[@billace90]

No, they are still made in Canada.

[@mmm-su9nq]

i agree about the way you look with hat on looks good just bought outback cheers

[@TedWeirum]

:)

[@vereidepusen]

Great video, mate!

[@TedWeirum]

+Øystein Vereide thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ww307ly6]

Never mind what you look like,if you like it wear .

[@cappysdad383]

The "stupid" are those who doggedly follow what ever fashion thing is happening in an attempt to get others approval. Like wearing a baseball cap backwards losing the utility of the bill blocking the sun, so why wear a cap at all? That is stupid. Like others writing here I wear a broad brimmed hat, a Tilley, as I also had cancer removed from my face and learned my lesson. I now love wearing the hat. I have been a photographer all my life, find it is also great for blocking light from the viewfinder when out roaming such places as the Arizona desert. So good choice, you are smart enough to do this young and avoid skin cancer, and not base your choices on approval from the latest fashion following sheep.

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks for your input!

[@hobopro69]

Nice! Do you still wear this hat ?

[@TedWeirum]

I’m actually away on a course and happen to have it with me! If you watch my latest video from Botswana you’ll see me using it! :)

[@marklawrence855]

Best 👒 ever i have 4 of them ,yes sometimes people think its strange, but I don't care 🤠

[@TedWeirum]

Agreed! long time ago since I last used mine, hope to bring it out again soon! :) thanks for watching!

[@yuzhao5048]

I have bought this hat just today, thanks for the review!

[@TedWeirum]

nice! it's a great hat, hope you really enjoy it! :)

[@yuzhao5048]

i already like it. it feels very conformable. i agree your opinion about the look , haha. but it may take some time get used to it, i have never tried this kind of hat for daily using. haha.

[@TedWeirum]

yeah, I get what you mean! it's perfect for the woods but people are maybe not so used to it anymore in the city as before! :)

[@Winston_Smith_84]

It takes a certain kind of person to wear that hat. The kind of person who TRULY doesn’t give a 💩 what anyone thinks.

[@TedWeirum]

I do have my insecurities my friend, wearing a hat is not one of them.. :)

[@Winston_Smith_84]

Ted Weirum And to that I say ROCK ON!! 💪💪💪

[@TedWeirum]

😎

[@newyardleysinclair9960]

It's a hat man. Nothing crazy about it at all. Yall are acting like it's this strange contraption never seen before.

[@TedWeirum]

It’s true!

[@mroctober3657]

Shaved my head last week for the first time and decided right there and then that I'm a hat guy now. Bought the very same hat you're sporting here, same olive colour too. About 4-6 weeks delivery. Looks like Tilley are busy making Corona masks.

[@TedWeirum]

It’s worth the wait brother! Enjoy! I need a haircut too! :)

[@johnnyrook6371]

(Firefly quote) Wash: “A man walks down the street in that hat, people know he's not afraid of anything.”

[@TedWeirum]

So true! :)

[@basicdose.9872]

Gotta love them tilley hats.

[@TedWeirum]

:)

[@tjorbenborchers]

I just realised I subscribed to you a few hours ago and thought as I saw this video nice video I should consider subscribing :D

[@TedWeirum]

+Tjorben Borchers haha, I’m glad you did! :)

[@jplimages]

How is it in the heat? Does it run hot?

[@TedWeirum]

It’s got good ventilation, you leave a little room on top for fresh air to circulate:)

[@Jonessen]

Ja das ist ein Hut. Habe ich auch. Bestes Stück 👍

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks brother! :)

[@sandralilamaya]

I also like your raincoat, what brand is it?

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks for watching, this is the raincoat: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ-mhnRubMmYp5Y :)

[@bakkila99]

Ahhh man... clicked the link and Amazon says they are out of stock. Sad day. Very sad day

[@TedWeirum]

Sad day indeed!

[@MikSwePhoto]

Du skulle göra en logga där hatten är med, göra det till din grej helt enkelt :-)

[@TedWeirum]

+Mik Swe ja, ingen dum idé, tanken har slagit mig! Får väl ta fram lite prototyp bilder! Tack för att du tittade förbi! :)

[@alexmcneily]

They float! And they have a bit of padding for when I hit my head.

[@TedWeirum]

Helps me swim!

[@salianshailesh]

nice review

[@TedWeirum]

Thank you!

[@SatsumaTengu14]

Wide brim hats are the ONLY intelligent headwear for three seasons when you're outdoors, throw a toque in your bag.

[@TedWeirum]

hope you don't mind me asking, what's a Toque? never heard the word before :)

[@naarrrczar]

@@TedWeirum It’s a winter hat. That’s what we call them them in Canada.

[@paulhanson6008]

nice video

[@TedWeirum]

Thank you! :)

[@paulhoy]

Nice review, brother... : )

[@TedWeirum]

Thank you!

[@wendellrider1212]

Which model?

[@TedWeirum]

T3

[@b06raphaeljakedelarosa53]

Is it okay to wash your Tilley hat with dishwashing soap? I washed mine 😶 does it affect it? Or nahh??

[@TedWeirum]

I haven’t heard about it!

[@alexmcneily]

Put bug net in the pocket.

[@TedWeirum]

That would be awesome

[@inbetweenutube]

The geezer hat has its usages for sure. Maybe when I’m 80 I’ll wear it

[@benjoseph260]

If you make it to 80.

[@wendellrider1212]

Which model is it, wxact?

[@TedWeirum]

T3

[@checkdasaus]

Hey I have a question about the T3 and the size. Have a head circumference of 61.5cm, the Tilly T3 in size 73/4 (61.5cm) does not fit as tightly and well. The hat should sit very loosely, I tried 7 7/8 and this fit loosely but it also looks bigger, which size would you recommend? With the 61.5cm I can put both fingers between the forehead and the hat if I pull it slightly forward. With the bigger one it is only possible to pull, on your side I am also recommended 61.5 for 61.5 handling. A matter of taste? Thanks in advance

[@TedWeirum]

Hey, I’d ask that question directly to tilley, they know all that way better than me! Good luck brother!

[@Bukkakenist]

I have the same question. My head is 65 cm

[@billace90]

That hat is expensive but it is money well spent.

[@TedWeirum]

agreed!

[@jaymartin5752]

What beach are you on and what mountain range are you in, in the photos at the end?

[@TedWeirum]

Hey Jay! The mountain range is in Söderåsen national park, the beach photo is from a walk in lanzarote I think or fuerteventura one of the two! Thanks for watching! :)

[@karlooo79]

Hi, what is a size of your head in cm and what hat size did you go for? Thanks

[@TedWeirum]

Don’t know the size of my head these days, I went with size 57 for the hat

[@S3aCa1mRa1n]

Do they have it in black ? Btw is the sizing universal ?

[@TedWeirum]

It’s better to have a look at their website:)

[@neverrtb9100]

Hej Ted, please allow me a question: on my wish list for christmas I have put a hat. Normally I would go for the Tilley but now I have seen the Fjällräven Abisko. As you have a lot experience with the Fjällräven gear any comments for or against that one? Thanks and have a perfect weekend.

[@TedWeirum]

That’s a good question! I take it that you already have a Tilley but it’s still hard to say, both are good hats, what is the use case for you? It would be easier to point you in the right direction if I know more!

[@neverrtb9100]

TedWeirum Thanks for the fast answer. No, I do not have a Tilley yet ( huge collection of base caps though, but now looking for my first hat, beside the Kiruna I own already).... question is Tilley or Abisko? Looking for an all year hat which should last quite long. Tried the Tilley but have to adjust to the look in the mirror ;-) Beside that perfect! Now I found the Abisko and as I am like you a big fan of the Fenix, I was just wondering if that one could be an alternative.

[@TedWeirum]

Ok! I think it definitely could be an alternative, both are great hats and I think you’ll be happy with whatever you choose, I can only speak for the Tilley, and that is one great hat, I love that one! It will be with me for the foreseeable future!

[@neverrtb9100]

TedWeirum Thanks mate!!! Keep up with your channel! Really love it! Enjoy the weekend hopefully in the great outdoors! Personally looking forward being in Trosa in two weeks and Kiruna in January business wise.... but for sure reserved some time to spend in the beautifull swedish nature!

[@TedGermond-i8s]

Bode Circles

[@hypnosiscenternyc]

Do you think I should wear it to a wedding ? Is it okay that I don't like the couple ? :)

[@TedWeirum]

+hypnosiscenter nyc wear it if you like! Don't know why you would go to a wedding if you don't like the couple.. :)

[@talesofatoller357]

Hi thanx for the info. i was looking for a good hat to use on our hikes. Do you wax the hat to waterproof it ? Like Fjallraven wax ?

[@TedWeirum]

Nope! I just use it as is!

[@danielmadsen1139]

good video

[@TedWeirum]

+Daniel Madsen thanks Daniel!

[@jmct7462]

Is this the T3 Wanderer Hat or T3 Cotton Duck?

[@TedWeirum]

This is the cotton duck, when I bought it I just saw T3 as the mode name but now that you mentioned it I looked at it and it’s the cotton duck!

[@jmct7462]

@@TedWeirum Thank you :)

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks for clearing things up! :)

[@Seudeification]

Great hat !

[@TedWeirum]

You know it!

[@JuicyLuXy]

I want it to look used, haha...

[@namastenation4890]

Got mine from the thrift store for $1.99👌

[@TedWeirum]

Good deal! :)

[@TheMrbeasely]

TFlorida1 Not washing the hat is kind of dumb, plus it’s pretty disgusting to not wash a hat after owning/wearing it for a few years. All that sweat and dirt accumulated in your hat just reduces the longevity of the hat. As the Tillley website states, if you don’t wash it the hat won’t last as long. I own a Tilley LTM6 hat and wear it for my work outside in Florida. I’ve had it for 5 years and wash it quickly by hand often and hang it to dry. The hat works great and it is worth the money. Before buying this hat I’d be buying a new hat every year due to wear and tear. Tilley hats are worth the price and are exceptionally well made.

[@TedWeirum]

Hey, I guess you’re right! I think that I just want my hat to look like I’m using it and not like it’s brand new! Sure it will last longer if you wash it! I do tend to rinse it every now and again in rivers and lakes! Enjoy your hat friend! Thanks for watching!

[@TheMrbeasely]

I wash my 6 year old Tilly hat often. It looks worn in, smells clean, and is in great shape without any rips or stiching coming undone.

[@TedWeirum]

I’ll give it a try! :)

[@paulfogarty7724]

.I found washing it even for the first time actually takes away the " new hat look " and adds to its character straight away.

[@TedWeirum]

Duly noted! How did you wash it?

[@PhilippeGnirt]

Hello, I see that you recently switched from Tilley to Fjallraven summer hat. Which one do you recommend ? Also can you compare it to the Fjallraven sun hat ? Thank you ;)

[@TedWeirum]

I still got my tilley, I like both, it depends on what type of adventure you’re on, the cap is perfect for summer and bad hair days ;)

[@PhilippeGnirt]

@@TedWeirum Bad hair days is my everyday ! Thank you. I also really like your channel. Sending a lot of e-love, Philippe

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks brother! Sending it back! Stay safe!

[@dstorm7752]

If you hike at all with a wide-brim hat, you will need the chin cord.

[@TedWeirum]

With this one I can do it with our without, it stays on. At least for me!

[@rssin23]

Hi, which model is this

[@TedWeirum]

T3! :)

[@rssin23]

@@TedWeirum can't decide between this (T3) and the (air flow ltm3) . Would you have any idea which would be more durable from a packabalility point of view, like being crushed in the backpack. BTW. I do agree, its a good feeling to feel like Indiana Jones, isn't exploring a natural and enjoyable thing for us all

[@TedWeirum]

I’ve crushed the t3 many many times and all i can say is that it’s still all good! :)

[@EzraWilson1]

You do know that Tilley sold out to corporate greed, don't you? How about buying a Christmas present for the jobless Canadians whose lives were destroyed?

[@TedWeirum]

Hey Bill, yeah I heard about it! this video and this hat was made long before that though, I understand your anger and disappointment, I've seen the same with a lot of Swedish brands over the years too.

[@psyched-studios9444]

You sold me at “the hat makes you look like Indiana Jones”

[@TedWeirum]

:) Glad I did!

[@ncq3]

You look like the undertaker

[@TedWeirum]

Feel like him sometimes too! :)

[@JuicyLuXy]

a happy camper, haha, sure

[@TedWeirum]

: )

[@peterronald9400]

Ok ......you look like a friedly Indiana Jones 🍀🍀🍀✌️😁✌️🍀🍀🍀 ... i also have a trilaminat boonihat ... Perfect 👌

[@TedWeirum]

Thanks! :)

[@RealMuperSan]

I’m bald. The air vents will let in UV and give me cancer.