Camptrace Wide Brim Sun Hats for Men Hiking Fishing Outdoor Review
Our verdict
The Camptrace wide brim sun hat costs $16.99 and carries a 4.8 star rating, the highest score of any hat in this comparison, with 1,000+ bought last month showing that demand backs up the rating. For a nylon hat at this price, it is a strong pick for hikers and anglers alike.
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Buyers who want a nylon wide brim hat for hiking or fishing at a mid range price, with a 4.8 star rating and 1,000+ units bought last month showing consistent current demand.
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Skip it if you want the largest possible review history to lean on, since its 66 reviews are far fewer than the thousands behind the Home and ZOORON hats, or if you specifically want a cotton feel over nylon.
- Material Nylon
- Color Dark Grey
- Pieces 1
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 66 owner ratings
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Popularity1.1/5
66 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Wide brim sun hats get pulled into fishing bags for the same reason hikers pack them, they cut glare and protect the neck and ears in a way a cap cannot. The Camptrace hat covers that job in nylon at $16.99, the same price as the Home 4345729073 hat and well under the $75 Sunday VCHLCS.
What separates this hat in the comparison is its rating. At 4.8 stars, it edges out every other hat here, including the 4.7 star Home hat and the 4.6 star Sunday hat. The catch is sample size, 66 reviews is a small base next to the Home hat's 10,800 or the ZOORON's 1,879, so that top rating rests on far less data than its competitors.
Demand tells a more confident story. Bought last month sits at 1,000+, matching the ZOORON hat and only trailing the Home hat's 5,000+. That level of current purchasing, paired with a small but very positive review base, points to a hat that is gaining traction quickly rather than one that has been sitting on shelves. For buyers comparing nylon nEck and brim coverage against cotton or polyester options, this is the newest and highest rated entry in the set.
Pros
- 4.8 star rating, the highest of any hat in this comparison
- 1,000+ bought last month, tied for second highest demand in the set
- Priced at $16.99, matching the Home hat and far under the $75 Sunday hat
- Nylon material offers a lightweight, quick drying alternative to cotton
- Wide brim style adds neck and ear coverage that a standard cap does not
Cons
- Only 66 reviews, a small sample next to competitors with thousands
- Trails the Home hat's 5,000+ bought last month figure
- No stated weight in the specs provided
- Nylon lacks the natural feel some buyers prefer from cotton
Specifications
| Material | Nylon |
|---|---|
| Color | Dark Grey |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
The core spec here is nylon construction paired with a wide brim design, and both choices point toward a hat built for active outdoor use rather than casual wear. Nylon sheds water quickly and dries faster than cotton, which matters on a boat or during a rain shower on the trail. It also weighs less per square inch than heavier woven fabrics, which keeps a wide brim from feeling like a drag on the head over a long day. The dark grey color option is practical for cutting glare without showing dirt easily. Since this is a wide brim design rather than a cap style, it trades a bit of the low profile fit of a ball cap for broader coverage across the neck, ears, and shoulders, a tradeoff that matters most for anglers standing in open water or direct sun for extended periods. There is no stated weight in the facts provided, so buyers sensitive to hat weight should confirm that detail directly on the listing before buying.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star rating is the highest in this comparison, but it rests on only 66 reviews, a much smaller sample than the thousands behind the Home and ZOORON hats. Small samples can swing on a handful of reviews, so this score should be read as an early strong signal rather than a settled long term track record. What strengthens the picture is the 1,000+ bought last month figure, which shows real, current buying activity rather than a one time spike. Taken together, a near perfect rating combined with active monthly demand suggests a hat that is resonating with recent buyers, even if its review history has not yet caught up to older listings in the category.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Camptrace hat's 4.8 star rating compare to other fishing hats?
It is the highest rating in this comparison, ahead of the Home hat's 4.7 stars and the Sunday hat's 4.6 stars. The difference is sample size, only 66 reviews back the Camptrace score versus thousands for the other two, which means the top score is an early signal rather than a fully proven long term track record.
Is the Camptrace hat in high demand?
Yes, it shows 1,000+ bought last month, tying the ZOORON hat and trailing only the Home hat's 5,000+. Combined with its 4.8 star rating, that combination of a near perfect score and active current sales suggests the hat is gaining traction quickly among new buyers.
What is the Camptrace hat made of?
It is made from nylon in a dark grey color, a lightweight, quick drying material that differs from the cotton and polyester used in some competing hats in this comparison. That quick drying trait matters for anyone who gets caught in rain or works up a sweat on a long outing.