Trail
riders can Ride with a Brim. With
the popularity of riding helmets adding some protection for both
English & Trail riders, it was only a matter of time before a
riding helmet with a broad brim would come about!
Resistol has developed this
model. You still get broad brim protection from weather, (sun
& rain) with some extra padding in case of a fall. Everyone is
cautious about stating this as a "safety helmet". It
probably could be, and should be further developed as technology
allows. But it is a great start!
Probably, the Troxel trail
helmets, and "converted hockey helmets" used in rough
stock could be better choices. However, when cowboy / cowgirl
looks are important, Resistol offers this alternative.
There
has been a long competitive history between Stetson Hats and
Resistol Hats, American, Bailey, and many other brands. Just as
innovation followed innovation to make the great American Cowboy
hat, there is innovation being developed in a safer alternative
for riding.
Cultured Cowboy is proud to
offer you the Ride-Safe Western Hat. The
headgear liner is fabricated from Polystyrene and designed to
absorb the shock of an impact by partial destruction of the shell
& liner.
How to fit your
size.
Resistol Western
hats are normally available In Sizes: 6 3/4 - 7 5/8, (some in 6 1/2, 6 5/8
and 7 3/4). Hat sizes kinda sort of go by ruler sizes, but
the confusion comes in a size 6 1/2 is not 6 1/2 inches around. If you are not sure of your size, just take a soft
ruler tape and measure around your head where you prefer it to fit. Most
people will go around the biggest part of the back of their head, and be
about 2 to 3 fingers (turned sideways) above their eyebrow. We can
convert these inch measurements to your hat size for you. You want
to be able to pull your hat down in a windstorm, but wear it a
little more loose in normal weather. Some people like to tilt it
back a little when they relax. Then wear it more square when
business need to be done! There is a hat fitting chart at the
bottom of this page.
Also, have a friend look at
the top of your head and see if it is shaped round like a ball,
like an egg, square looking, or like a round oval race track. This
helps us to choose the best fit for your hat.
These RideSafe systems have
a dial to fine tune your fit. If in doubt, go large. They are
basically a long oval, come with padding, but may be padded
further to take up space for heads that are not perfectly the same
shape as the inside of these hats. THEY DO NOT STEAM &
SHAPE as far as Oval goes. The brim can be steamed & adjusted
some.
How About Hat Bands? The
hatband here is a protective one. Hatbands will need to be custom
built to fit properly. Probably, a hot glue gun or E-6000 would be
best applicators.
How do I care for My Hat?
Hats are as much fun to own
as they are to buy. Click
here to take a look at cleaners, stiffners, hat racks, boxes,
brushes and such. Because we have spent 30 years cleaning
hats, just give us a chat to ask what you might need if you are
not sure. You will be amazed how nice they look with a simple brim
brushing. After every so many rainstorms, you may need to apply
another light coat of hat stiffener. Always remember that like
painting a car, you want to use a lot of light coats. Heavy coats
will matt down the finish of your felt.
Any other questions? Just
write them down and shoot us an email. It's your questions that wind up
as comments on the Cultured Cowboy site.
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