Fedoras vs. Cars

[Frunobulax]

Here's a question: Am I correct in assuming all crushable wool fedoras are LiteFelt?

I'm pretty sure LiteFelt is proprietary to the Baily hat company.

 

[1967Cougar390]

I suppose it's possible I'll outgrow the problem, but I'm skeptical. Probably have to stretch my neck another 6 inches or so to clear the seat.

Meanwhile, does anybody know of a crushable fur felt? Or perhaps a LiteFelt crushable that won't stain in a sprinkle?

Have you looked at anything in the Akubra line of hats? I’ve had my Akubra’s in downpours, no issues at all after I allowed them to dry naturally. Great price point as well.
Steven

 

[TomJ]

An Akubra would probably solve the water issue, but they don't seem to have anything crushable. And if it's not crushable, I'm back to the problem of wrecking the brim against the head restraint.

Or did I overlook something?

 

[Lgrant]

Driving a convertible, I would be more concerned about the wind, but, I know just the car for you. It will give you fun, kudos and a great place to show off your fedora hat!
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But if you think you are just little over the convertible age, not to worry, MG have thought about that and produced a sedan version. Your hat definitely won't blow away in that!

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That sedan, I can personally vouch for that car:

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Two-tone spectator shoes with a two-tone car. How cool is that? Excellent look!

 

[CRH]

An Akubra would probably solve the water issue, but they don't seem to have anything crushable. And if it's not crushable, I'm back to the problem of wrecking the brim against the head restraint.

Or did I overlook something?

Cut off the head restraint because you're into personal responsibility

 

[rogueclimber]

An Akubra would probably solve the water issue, but they don't seem to have anything crushable. And if it's not crushable, I'm back to the problem of wrecking the brim against the head restraint.

Or did I overlook something?

Akubra Traveller

Meet your new adventure-ready companion, the Traveller Hat by Akubra. Handcrafted in Kempsey, NSW with a soft, conforming structure that springs back into shape, it’s the perfect hat for on-the-go style.

 

[GHT]

Two-tone spectator shoes with a two-tone car. How cool is that? Excellent look!

What a compliment! Thank you. If you like the shoes look up https://www.colinjohnsonshoes.com/ When Tom mentioned his convertible car in the first post it took me back to the time that I was looking for a vintage MG. Tom's problem with a convertible was keeping his hat on, mine was the cost of the model of MG that I coveted.

This MG WA exceeded fifty thousand at auction. I can think of a lot that I can do with £50K, so that car doesn't sit in my garage, but I do have the shoes, should my finances ever change.

 

[Zombie_61]

Here's a question: Am I correct in assuming all crushable wool fedoras are LiteFelt?

No, or, at least, I don't think so. "LiteFelt®" is wool felt that has been specifically processed with "water repellent" and "shape retentive" proprietary processes. At the moment Bailey Hats appears to be the "owner" of that process. I'm sure someone here will correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[Mcox47]

Your post made me laugh. I have never been “accused” of being a little tall. I’m 5-9, so thank you for that. I will have to copy this post and send it to my older brother. He calls me “shortie”! Now I have proof, I’m a little tall.

Have a safe and blessed New Year!
Steven

At 5'5" I have never been accused of being tall. I have/had 2 convertibles, one with integrated headrest and one with separate adjustable headrest. Neither were an issue for blowing off or hitting the seat back.