Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon Beanie

I ski 6-7 days a week, 8-10 hrs per day. It's my job. I bought 1 of these, wore it once, and bought 3 more. It's the only hat I wear except when skinning. Nuff said.

This hat is expedition worthy. Completely wind proof and made of a much thicker material than most beanies. The fit of the hat screams "hardcore" as well. It's cut to cover your ears and part of your neck so it's not going to blow off your head and you're not going to be bothered with constant adjustment during the most hardcore athletic pursuits. It sticks to your dome and does the job. Keep in mind that this thing is made for COLD conditions. Wear it in anything warmer ... you'll be sweating.

This hat blocks wind so well that it is actually hard to hear while wearing it, therefore it is warm. I wouldn't say it is ridiculously warm though, in freezing sleety weather I've worn this over a silk balaclava and under 2 hoods so derive what you will from that. My only issue is that mine is a little too big for me (it was a gift) so it wants to get sucked off of my head while skiing. I recommend this beanie, in fact I bought one for my dad and he loves it.

This hat is awesome. My head actually overheats if I take this thing inside. For convenience I flip the ear-flap section up, which helps cool it down a lot.

My only complaint? Completely dorky. This hat is pointy beyond reason (ear flap up gets me comments of "Robin Hood" and "you need a feather"), not sure why, and there's no good way to mash that down. The outer layer points up and beyond the air shield. Wish they made this in just "round".

I was a little skeptical about this hat when I saw the price, but I've always had good luck with MH so gave it a shot.

I've got fleece beanies, and they're OK, but the wind does go through them.

This hat has windblocker and is without a doubt the warmest winter hat I've ever had. This one goes in my jacket pocket, pack or car whenever it's going to be cold.

I got the black/black and it goes great with everything.

This is the one that you will always have as the 'go to' if it's cold.

Worth every cent.

Love this hat/ski cap. warm, comfortable, fits well, stylish, what more could I ask. (ok, it's a bit pricey, but it turns out that you get what you pay for). Getting one for my wife too.