Snowboarder hats are an essential part of any snowboarding outfit

A snowboard helmet is the recommended headgear for snowboarders. Helmets dramatically reduce head injury from falls. Despite the recommendation, many snowboarders still prefer to wear hats and beanies. Snowboarder hats and beanies are available in various fabrics, designs and colors.

How to find the perfect snowboarder hat

Here's what to look for when shopping for a quality snowboarder hat:

• Make sure it's waterproof. Find a hat made of waterproof material. Good snowboarder hats should protect your head from the cold, wind, rain and snow. Only a waterproof hat can do this.
  
• Make sure it has insulation. A snowboarder hat should be insulated to protect your head from the cold.
  
• Make sure it fits well. A snowboarder hat should fit your head just right. If you're unsure if the hat fits well, visit a board shop and ask for assistance. Try on a few hats and a few brands before you make your decision. Proper fit is important. A hat that's too big or too small won't offer proper insulation.

Who makes snowboarder hats?

There are a variety of companies who make quality snowboarder hats. Some of these companies include:

• Burton Snowboards
  
• The North Face
  
• Forum Snowboards
  
• Oakley
  
• Mountain Hardware
  
• Outdoor Research
  
• Patagonia

Where can I buy a snowboarder hat?

Snowboarder hats are available in stores and at online retailers. Prices and quality differ a lot, so it's wise to shop around and do some price comparisons.

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