CDT Ultralight hat

A seriously lightweight trail hat built for long distance hikers who count ounces and want to rep the CDT while they do it. At 1.8 ounces with a packable, unstructured build and perforated panels throughout, this is a hat designed to disappear on your head and come out of your pack looking fine.

Highlights

• 1.8 ounce total weight — One of the lightest hats you can put on your head. The kind of weight that makes you forget you're wearing it on a long hot day on the divide.
• Unstructured and packable — Stuffs into a hip belt pocket or the top of your pack without losing its shape or taking up meaningful space. Ready to wear the moment you pull it out.
• Perforated panels — Maximum airflow across the sides and back where heat builds up most on sustained efforts. A meaningful breathability upgrade over a standard trucker mesh.
• 100% biodegradable polyester — A sustainable material choice that doesn't compromise performance or durability. A detail worth noting for hikers who care about their footprint on the trails they love.
• Reflective yellow rope band — A pop of color and low-light visibility in one detail. The rope accent gives the hat visual character without adding weight.
• Adjustable toggle closure — Dials in the fit without a plastic snapback. Visible from the back in the product images as a clean, minimal adjustment system.
• Official CDT Coalition patch — Every purchase supports the Continental Divide Trail Coalition and the work of maintaining one of America's great long trails.

Best for

CDT thru-hikers, section hikers, and ultralight-minded trail runners who want a breathable, packable hat that supports trail conservation and weighs almost nothing. A strong alternative to a heavier structured cap for anyone who lives in their hat on long days in the mountains.