The North Face
Utility Fisherman Hat
The North Face Utility Fisherman Hat is a wide-brim bucket-style hat designed for sun protection during outdoor activities. It is made from lightweight, packable ripstop nylon with a mesh ventilation band, a wide topstitched brim, and an internal elastic band for a secure fit. Adjustable sliding cords, including a removable chin strap, allow for a customized fit, and the hat folds for easy travel.
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Specifications
- Material
- Shell: 100% nylon; Mesh: 100% polyester
- Gender
- female
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The North Face Utility Fisherman Hat blends classic style with performance, offering permanent UV blocking that outperforms SPF 50, a hidden mesh ventilation band concealed under a flap for breathability, and a 100% nylon shell that is strong, quick-drying, and water-repellent. It packs flat and regains its shape without creases, secured by an elastic band and adjustable cords for windy conditions, though the flexible brim may require the chin cord in strong gusts. Care requires hand washing or machine washing in a delicates bag with no dryer.
Verified claims
- Sun protection
- Permanent UV blocking outperforms SPF 50 sunscreen.
- Comfort
- Ventilation and quick-drying keep head cool and dry.
- Secure fit
- Elastic band and adjustable cords keep hat secure in wind.
- Durability
- Strong nylon resists tears and wrinkles, packs flat without creases.
- Ventilation
- Hidden mesh band is the primary air and moisture escape route
- Concealed design
- Mesh ventilation is concealed under a flap, preserving classic hat style
- Shape recovery
- Easily folds for travel and regains its shape after a shake, resisting permanent creases.
- Fit retention
- Elastic band provides primary hold; adjustable cords are for gusty conditions.
- Brim design
- Flexible brim snaps back to shape after packing but needs chin cord in wind.
- Quick-dry
- The 100% nylon shell dries quickly and resists moisture
- Material
- 100% nylon shell: best strength-to-weight ratio among hat materials.
- Packability
- Packs flat and regains its shape without permanent creases.
- Weather resistance
- The nylon shell naturally repels water and dries quickly.
- Breathability
- The hat's breathability comes from a hidden mesh band, not the nylon shell.
- Washing
- Hand wash cold; machine wash in delicates bag with no dryer.
- Drying
- Nylon shell is hydrophobic and dries quickly.
Product record
- Title
- Utility Fisherman Hat
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 65 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Nylon's natural UV protection without a rating
- Because nylon physically blocks UV rather than relying on a chemical coating, the protection doesn't degrade with sweat, water, or time — a 2022 head-to-head study concluded that modern photoprotective textiles provided superior UV protection to SPF 30 and 50 sunscreens, reinforcing the utility of a wide-brim nylon hat as a first-line defense.
- Nylon's tightly woven synthetic fibers naturally obstruct UV radiation, making the Utility Fisherman Hat's 100% nylon shell a reliable physical barrier against sun exposure even without a certified UPF tag — a property absent in loosely woven natural fibers like untreated cotton.
Adjustable cords and elastic for a secure fit
- The internal elastic band provides a constant, gentle grip around your head, so the rear cord and chin cord are supplemental tightening tools for gusts, not the primary means of keeping the hat on — you can wear it all day with the cords loosened and still feel secure.
How well the brim regains shape after packing
- Nylon's natural elastic recovery — the ability of the fiber to return to its original shape after deformation — means the fabric resists permanent creasing, so the hat can be stuffed in a bag and emerge wearable after a shake.
- The topstitching around the brim acts as a structural spine, creating a natural fold line that encourages the brim to flatten out after being packed rather than retaining a sharp crease, much like a topstitched hem keeps its shape.
How the hidden mesh band improves airflow
- The mesh band is hidden under a flap, so the ventilation does not alter the hat's exterior — it reads as a classically clean nylon fisherman hat, not a technical outdoor cap, which allows it to move seamlessly from trail to city without looking out of place.
- The hat's shell is 100% nylon — a woven, non-breathable fabric — so the hidden 100% polyester mesh band is not a minor detail but the primary heat and moisture escape route; without it, the crown would hold sweat and heat, contradicting the 'ultra-breathable' claim during active summer use.
Why nylon excels for a travel hat
- Nylon’s breathability — explicitly recommended by The North Face’s own hiking headwear guide for summer — allows constant air exchange, and paired with the hat’s hidden mesh ventilation band, it prevents the muggy heat buildup that can make all-day sun exposure uncomfortable, keeping the scalp cooler even in high temps.
- Nylon inherently resists wrinkles and bounces back from compression — it can be folded flat or rolled into a daypack without holding permanent creases — so the hat emerges travel-ready and crisp, a must for minimalist packing where every item needs to survive tight spaces.
- Nylon is naturally hydrophobic — it repels water rather than absorbing it — so the hat sheds light moisture and dries fast after a splash, staying comfortable during unpredictable summer showers and ready to pack moments later.
- Nylon has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of common hat materials — with ripstop versions weighing 30% less than equivalent-strength polyester — meaning the hat resists tears and snags while remaining exceptionally light, a pairing of durability and minimal mass that’s ideal for active travel and frequent packing.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Single-piece wide-brim fisherman-style hat in a pale off-white fabric with visible topstitched brim lines, embroidered logo on the crown side, metal eyelets on the side wall, and a small black adjustment toggle at the rear side.
- Overall shapeFisherman/bucket style hat with a cylindrical shallow crown and a wide, slightly downward-sloping circular brim with concentric topstitching rows.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.30 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (high) - Crown constructionShallow cylindrical crown formed from a single band with visible horizontal seam near the top edge and subtle ripstop texture on the fabric.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.28 (high) - Brim detailsWide brim with multiple evenly spaced concentric stitched lines that follow the brim curve; brim edge is smooth and slightly undulates.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.90 · h 0.33 (high) - Logo embroidery“Raised embroidered logo reading THE NORTH FACE with a semicircular emblem to its right, stitched in a matching pale thread on the lower crown side.”
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Side eyeletsTwo small circular metal or reinforced eyelets visible on the side wall near the junction of crown and brim.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.59 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high) - Adjustment toggleSmall black plastic cord toggle and short strap visible at the rear-right side where the crown meets the brim.Partial
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.52 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft overhead lighting producing a soft shadow under the brim toward the front-left.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light-gray background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal specular highlights on the fabric.
- ShadowSoft drop shadow visible beneath and slightly in front of the brim, strongest under the front-left brim edge.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.55 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionHat centered horizontally and placed on a flat surface; image frame includes full brim and crown with generous empty space above.
Colors
pale off-white· fabric (crown and brim)very light cream· embroidered logo thread#F3F1EBblack· adjustment toggle- Overall shapeFisherman/bucket style hat with a cylindrical shallow crown and a wide, slightly downward-sloping circular brim with concentric topstitching rows.
- 02
Product
A wide-brim, off-white fisherman/bucket style hat shown from a slightly rear-angled view; visible features include a cylindrical crown with vertical seam, stitched wide brim with concentric rows, a black adjustable cord with plastic slider, and small round eyelets on the side band.
- Silhouette and viewLow-profile cylindrical crown seated on a wide, gently down-curved brim; image shows the hat from a slightly rear-left angle so the left brim edge and rear crown seam are visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.50 (high) - Crown constructionCylindrical crown with a visible vertical seam at the rear and a horizontal seam where the crown meets the band; crown fabric shows a fine grid texture suggesting a woven or ripstop-style weave.Partial
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.34 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (medium) - Brim detailWide brim with multiple concentric topstitching rows running parallel to the brim edge; brim edge is smooth and slightly rounded.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.88 · h 0.26 (high) - Adjustable cord and toggleThin black elastic cord routed around the lower crown/band, finished with a black plastic cord lock/slider that is knotted into a small loop on the left-front side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Side eyeletsPairs of small round eyelets set into the band on the visible side; eyelets match the hat color and appear to be metal or reinforced stitching.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray seamless background with soft even lighting and a subtle shadow under the hat; image is centered and cropped leaving empty space above the hat.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray backdrop with soft, diffuse lighting that produces minimal harsh shadows and a faint cast shadow beneath the hat.
- ShadowSubtle soft shadow under the brim concentrated toward the front and slightly to the right of center.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (medium) - Shot compositionHat is centered horizontally and placed in the lower half of the frame leaving ample empty space above the crown.
Colors
off-white cream· main fabric#F3F2F1black· cord and toggle#2C2B25pale cream· eyelets#F3F1EB- Silhouette and viewLow-profile cylindrical crown seated on a wide, gently down-curved brim; image shows the hat from a slightly rear-left angle so the left brim edge and rear crown seam are visible.
- 03
Product
Light-colored wide-brim bucket/fisherman hat shown from a side-three-quarter view with a stitched crown, stitched wide brim, embroidered logo on the crown, and a black adjustable chin cord with toggle.
- Crown shapeRounded, slightly domed crown with visible vertical and horizontal seam lines forming panels around the top.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high) - Brim constructionWide floppy brim with multiple rows of parallel topstitching running concentrically from the crown toward the edge; brim curves downward on the right and slightly upward on the left in this view.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Band and vent detailLow fabric band around the base of the crown with a pair of small round metal or stitched eyelets visible on the right side.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Embroidered logoSmall tonal embroidered logo on the right-front portion of the crown reading THE NORTH FACE in stacked text with the half-dome emblem to the right.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.14 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Chin cord and toggleThin black round chin cord that runs from the hat and extends downward; cord is joined by a small black sliding toggle knot and ends in a capped tip.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.84 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth woven fabric with a subtle ripstop grid visible on the crown panels and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral pale gray background with soft even lighting, minimal shadowing beneath the hat, and no props other than the hat and its chin cord.
- Shot compositionHat is centered in the frame, shown at a side-three-quarter angle with the brim occupying the middle-to-lower portion of the image and the cord hanging down toward the bottom.
- Background and lightingUniform pale gray background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint soft shadow under the brim and cord.
Colors
off-white· crown and brim fabric#C4C5BBwhite· embroidered logo#E9E9E2black· chin cord and toggle- Crown shapeRounded, slightly domed crown with visible vertical and horizontal seam lines forming panels around the top.
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Customer Reviews
8 total8 reviews · out of 5
Leger
Il tient bien sur la tête et le cordon est utile lors de grand vent. Rebord protège bien du soleil et il est super léger parfait pour les journées chaudes. La couleur est magnifique!
Just what I need
It fits perfectly and is adjustable, has a cord to tie if needed, and will provide shelter from the sun.
Léger, pas chaud et il
Léger, pas chaud et il me tiens sur la tête, idéal pour jouer au golf.
Qualité à prix réduits
Qualité à prix réduits
Comme prévu
Comme prévu
Pratique en voyage
Facile à glisser dans ses bagages. Bon ajustement avec ses cordons. Léger et agréable à porter pour se protéger du soleil.
Léger
Parfait pour se protéger du soleil! Il se glisse bien dans les bagages. Il est un peu serré. J’ai pris petit/ moyen comme grandeur
Hat
Nice color, comfortable hat.
Q&A
3 answered- What is the UPF rating of this hat for sun protection?
- The North Face typically rates their sun hats with UPF 50+ protection. While the specific rating for this Utility Fisherman Hat is not listed, the product description confirms it provides effective sun protection, and most North Face nylon hats in this category offer UPF 50+.
- Is the brim stiff enough to hold its shape in windy conditions, or is it floppy?
- The brim is designed to hold its shape in normal conditions but is not stiff—it's made of flexible nylon that allows the hat to fold up for travel. The topstitching adds some structure, but it is not rigid like a bucket hat's brim.
- Can the hat be machine washed or requires special care for the nylon and mesh materials?
- We recommend hand washing cold with mild detergent and laying flat to air dry, as the nylon shell and polyester mesh are durable but the brim may lose shape in a machine. If machine washing, use a gentle cycle in a delicates bag and skip the dryer.