We’ve solved this problem with technology, you no longer have to choose between shade and looking cool.
Watch them use it sideways.
That’s the Napoleon… All the kids with Sherlocks are doing it.
I was out hiking a couple years ago when I suddenly realised that I had become the guy with shades and a backwards cap. It’s practical: I want to prevent a sunburn in my neck (the backwards cap) and also not have the sun in my eyes (shades). I spent some time coming to terms with it, but now that’s how I’m regularly equipped in harsh sun in the mountains. It’s simply the optimal solution to sun protection while hiking (I’ve tried wide-brimmed hats, but they get caught in the wind too easily in my experience).
My solution is much more simple. I just never go outside.
Pfft. Turtleneck. Or more realistically, one of them “buff” things. Basically turns whatever you’re wearing into a turtleneck.
Hats are hot and stuffy, I’ve found. I carry an umbrella as a parasol unless I’m biking or need both hands. Then it’s the Buff.
Also, a backwards hat to protect from the sun realistically offers dubious protection unless you are always walking directly away from the sun.
I use a buff to keep warm in winter, couldn’t imagine wearing one in summer!
a backwards hat to protect from the sun realistically offers dubious protection unless you are always walking directly away from the sun.
I typically flip it depending on sun direction. I’ve found the neck to be most critical though, I don’t seem to burn as easily on the sides/front.
I was going to try to defend these guys and say that a sunburned neck suuuucks, but then I remembered where the sun needs to be in order for you to desperately need the bill to shade your eyes…
2012 called! They want their meme back
2012? Mf, this is like 90s joke on a 2004 template.
Don’t you know? Nobody answers their phone, grandpa. If it’s important, they will send a message.
