10 Best 5 Panel Hats For Men (Review) In 2021

Starting with our best choice, the Tillak Wallowa Camp Hat is made with 100% breathable nylon so you can stay cool and comfortable all day long without worrying about getting the sun in your eyes. One of the best 5-panel hats for men on our list, the water-shedding bill, and fast-drying technology means this cap is just as perfect for skating on the water as it is on land. Weighing just 1.69oz, this 5-panel hat is so lightweight and comfortable, you’ll forget you’re even wearing it, but thanks to the adjustable strap and careful design ensuring each hat is perfectly form-fitting you won’t need to worry about it falling off, no matter what activities you have planned!

Whether you’re climbing, kayaking, fishing, canoeing, camping, hiking, or just hanging out at the beach, this 5-panel hat will happily keep sun, spray, and even rain out of your face so you can spend less time worrying about the elements and more time enjoying being outdoors. What’s more, Tillak has carefully designed this hat to be folded down to just the slim profile of the bill, so you can easily throw it in your luggage or rucksack ready for a weekend of adventure. The design is so sleek you can even tuck the hat into your pocket, so no matter where you are, your hat never needs to be an issue. What’s more, Tillak is committed to donating 25% of the proceeds of this hat to environmental charities, so you can feel good and look great in their 5-panel hats supreme.

Coming in at under $20 and in a vast range of colors, Gravity Outdoor Co. offers some great value 5-panel hats skate enthusiasts, and outdoor lovers will go crazy for. Made of 100% cotton and designed in a “classic camper” shape, the flat bill will keep the sun off your face while the adjustable back clip closure system ensures a comfortable and secure fit no matter what you’re up to. This backstrap also comes with a carefully designed buckle system to avoid any hair pulling or discomfort, so no matter how long your hair is, you can feel comfortable and secure all day long.

Whether you’re building fires at the camp, lifting weights on the beach, or heading out for a day of sightseeing in the city, these 5-panel hats from Gravity are sure to keep you looking cool and feeling comfortable all day long. Whether you prefer a bold, bright design or a simple, understated look, Gravity 5 panel hats are available in a massive range of colors and patterns to effortlessly match the rest of your closet without making your whole outfit revolve around the hat. The company logo has also been carefully incorporated into the design of these hats using top-notch embroidery so you can show off without standing out.

Coming in three colors – neon orange, dark brush, and blackout – this 5-panel hat is our Premium Pick as much for the label as anything else. Still an affordable choice of 5-panel hats, Oakley is an institution and one of our go-to’s when it comes to outdoor apparel. This 5-panel hat is made of 100% breathable nylon with paneled architecture that guarantees an excellent fit for every head. The hat itself takes its name from the bold band that’s featured on the top of the hat and carries the logo from the Oakley Frogskins collection.

Oakley Frogskins first hopped onto the scene in 1985 and have been reintroduced 35 years later. Keeping the same rare DNA as the first frogspawn, the new Oakley Frogskins are full of fresh new features to bring them into this century. We love the funky font choice used for the brand name in this collection, with the logo featuring both on the front of the hat and going across the top. Turn the cap over, and you’ll see plenty of branding in the structure of the inside of the hat too so that no one can dispute your designer authenticity. For more stylish products like this, check out our guide to the best sunglasses.

With a genuine leather strap and some awesome colors and patterns available, we love the Skyed Apparel range of 5-panel hats, skate, surf, and outdoor lovers will be fighting to get hold of. Made with hand-picked fabrics and an authentic metal ventilation eyelets, you’ll find these 5-panel hats supreme for all-day comfort and style. Because of the quality materials used, these hats do need to be hand-washed, but that’s a small price to pay for such a stylish choice.

Hailing from Las Angeles, Skyed has been creating hats since 2013 and believe that the hat you wear tells a story about who you are. Catering to people who have aspirations, dreams, and hopes, Skyed carefully hand-pick the fabrics that go into each one of their hats. The logo featured on the genuine leather patch on the front of their 5-panel hats looks more like a signature than a brand name, fitting in perfectly with the personal touch Skyed puts on each and every item.

Also coming with a genuine leather strap, this Premium 5 Panel Hat from Skyed is a little more expensive than their non-premium version and comes in fewer styles. However, they are made with slightly better materials for longer life. The colors are also a little more grown-up, with block colors rather than loads of bright patterns and floral prints for a more sophisticated wearer. Our guide to the top leather belts features more stylish products like this, so check them out.

Dropping down a price bracket but certainly not compromising on quality, we love the Hatphile range of 5-panel hats’ supreme variety of color and patterns. Made from 100% polyester with the classic adjustable strap back, no matter what your style, you’re sure to find the perfect hat to show off your personality and class with these Hatphile 5-panel hats. The multicolor element means you’ll never have to worry about matching it with the rest of your closet, and the adjustable back strap means this 5-panel hat should fit most heads comfortably. The sleek design makes these 5-panel hats skate helmet friendly as it should fit under most helmets without hassle, so you don’t need to worry about choosing between keeping your noggin safe or having that sun protection the stylish bill offers.

We love the Aztec inspired designs, great for any outdoor activity, and guaranteed to feed you compliments all day long.

As you might have gathered from the name of this hat, Clape’s 5-panel hats are made for days out in the sun: hiking, fishing, jogging, baseball, cycling, skating, tennis, and so much more. With a decent 5cm bill, you can enjoy all your favorite outdoor activities without ever worrying about missing your serve because you had the sun in your eyes, and the lightweight nylon fabric these hats are made from actually features a UPS 50+ sun protection rating. Designed to keep you moving, these hats even come with a moisture-wicking sweatband and antiglare under brim, perfect for sporty days out.

As with most of the best 5-panel hats for men, this one comes with an adjustable, stretchy back strap so their one size fits all can ring true, but this backstrap features a smooth metal buckle so even the best surfer dude’s long hair won’t get caught in the strap. This feature also makes Clape one of our best 5-panel hats for women who might get frustrated with the usual buckles tugging on their hair while they’re trying to enjoy a day at the skatepark. Feel free to wear it when you go for a run, along with your favorite running jackets.

Thrasher’s hard-core motto of “skate and destroy” comes into force with their awesome 5-panel hats skate enthusiasts will love. Whether you’re a skater yourself or just love the style, you’ll feel cool and confident in this awesome army-green Thrasher Mag Logo 5 Panel Hat. Featuring a printed Thrasher label on the front of the hat and an adjustable buckle strap on the back, you’ll feel like the king (or queen) or the skate park every time you go out. The heavyweight canvas used to create this 5-panel hat means it’s not the most lightweight of the options on our list. Still, it more than makes up for this by being incredibly durable and hardwearing, so no matter how many times you mess up your Ollie, you can feel confident that your 5-panel hat can take the strain.

If you want the glory of owning one of the best 5-panel hats for men but don’t like the restrictions of having your whole head covered, you’ll love this cheese style 5-panel hat from Volcom. Split into 6 cheese slice segments, the back 4 parts of this hat are made of mesh material so you can feel the sun on your head while you’re out and about, without getting the full force. The front two segments and bill feature a block color and the Volyom logo, so you can show off your style and keep your eyes sheltered from the sun’s rays: no distractions while you’re shooting hoops or getting that perfect tennis serve! The front and bill of this 5-panel hat also feature a foam structure so the hat will keep its shape no matter what your day throws at you, and the logo takes advantage of high density detailing to offer a 3D shape. Unlike some other 5 panel hats, this one also looks great when worn backward for an even cooler effect!

“Find refuge in the sea” with Salty Crew’s 5-panel hats supreme choice for sailors and fishermen alike. Whether you’re out all day on your boat, chilling by the seaside, or just long to live by the water, this 5-panel hat offers the sleek design and comfortable fit that will make you feel like a proper boater in no time. In true Salty Crew style, you’ll find no compromises made in the design of this 5-panel hat with its sleek design, adjustable backstrap, and a detailed logo featuring the words “for thrill-seekers and risk-takers” beneath a gorgeous shark. Available in three colors any seafarer would feel proud to wear, this 5-panel hat is an excellent choice for anyone who longs to breathe in the salty sea air and salivates for the taste of adventure.