field hat

Introduction

The Basic Cap is a cap that has been loved for many years as a staple item of RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR. Its simple, minimalist design and comfortable fit that fits comfortably on the head have earned it high praise from many hikers and everyday users.

A new hat has been born from the Basic Cap. It is designed to be suitable for different scenes and styles while retaining the comfort of the Basic Cap.

Similarly, the "Enough Hat" was developed based on the "Basic Cap." The "Enough Hat" aims to be an intermediate item between a cap and a hat, with a minimum brim length.
This is a design that provides shade without obstructing your view, and it features a lightweight and compact design. The material is made of a fabric that is highly breathable and quick-drying, so you can stay comfortable even in sweaty seasons. It can also be folded and carried, making it easy to carry when traveling or doing outdoor activities.

Meanwhile, the newly released "Field Hat" has a larger visor in response to the voices of users who want sufficient sun protection. This protects the face and neck from strong sunlight. The material is ripstop nylon, which is both durable and lightweight, and is designed to be comfortable even when worn for long periods of time. The inside is equipped with a moisture-absorbing and quick-drying sweatband to reduce discomfort caused by sweat. In addition, it comes with a drawstring that allows you to adjust the size to your liking.

However, the disadvantage of a hat is that it is easily affected by the wind because of its large brim. It may not be recommended to wear it on mountain ridges or in windy environments, as there is a risk that the hat will be blown away. In that case, you will need to take measures such as attaching a chin strap to protect against the wind.

The Field Hat really shines in situations where there is little wind influence, such as hiking in low mountains, walking through a forest, everyday walks, and sightseeing while traveling.

We are pleased to offer our customers more options with the addition of the Field Hat to our headwear lineup at RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR. This hat combines functionality and design, and will be useful not only in outdoor activities but also in everyday life. We hope you will try it out and experience its quality and comfort.

Spec

Material: Main body: 100% nylon (56% recycled material), sweatband: 100% polyester
Size: One size Depth: approx. 19m (when laid flat), visor length: approx. 6.5cm, head circumference: approx. 59cm (adjustable with elastic)
*Please note that there may be an error of ±1cm in the finished product size.
When you actually put it on it will spread out a little.
Weight: Approx. 65g
Country of origin: Japan Producer: Shimada Co., Ltd., Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture

Material

Made from nylon recycled from textile waste.
This material has the tough strength characteristic of nylon, but also has the soft feel of nylon and the cotton touch of the fluffy Taslan yarn. The surface of the ripstop fabric is water repellent.

If the product size is larger than your head size (head circumference) or if you are in a situation where the hat is easily affected by wind, you can adjust the size by pulling the plastic tab on the back and tightening the elastic.

COOLMAX® fabric is used for the sweatband.
The pique-patterned 100% polyester material is moisture-wicking, quick-drying, and UV-resistant (UPF 40+).

The included rope is removable. If you do not need it, open the plastic part at the end of the rope as shown in the image above.

You can easily remove it by hooking your fingernail into the gap.

Color

The colors are "Desert Haze", "Mossy Bark", "Honey Comb", " Deep Graphite, Available in five colors: Black, Red, and Abyss Black.

Desert Haze

Mossy Bark

Honey Comb

Deep Graphite

Abyss Black

Size Guide

*Please note that there may be an error of ±1cm in the finished product size.
It may spread a little when you actually wear it.

The recommended head circumference is about 60cm. The head circumference is the red line in the image above. It is the measurement from the forehead to the temples to the back of the head, measured around the tightest point for one week.

Collaborator

Collaborateur introduces you to the people who produce these products.

Shimada Co., Ltd. is responsible for all of RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR's headwear.

Shimada Co., Ltd. is located in Toyohama-cho, Kan'onji City, Kagawa Prefecture.
Founded in 1935, this hat manufacturer started out by producing straw hats and has continued to focus on handcrafting hats by artisans.

Even though they are all called "hats," their specifications vary widely. Shimada-san has introduced two cutting methods, CAD-CAM (computer-aided design) and mold-making, and selects the method most suited to the product. In addition, for products that cannot be handled by these two methods or for small-lot production, craftsmen will individually create patterns and cut the hats. He always proceeds with his work by choosing the best method for the hat and the customer.

The craftsmen in charge of sewing are experienced craftsmen who support the production of hats made in Japan, which is something that we have always been particular about. They sew each hat with care, pouring in their experience, knowledge and skills they have gained from it, such as using lock stitching and chain stitching, which have different elasticity depending on the material, purpose and finish, to always maintain a high level of stable quality.

In apparel sewing, the standard seam allowance is about 1cm to 2cm, but in hats, the seam allowance is usually about 4mm. Because the seam allowance for hats is very small, high precision is required when sewing.

However, small seam allowances mean that there is less variation in the finished product. Therefore, even though hats are made by hand, there are few individual differences, and it is possible to produce almost identical products.

From Toyohama Town, "Udon Prefecture," a tranquil place surrounded by sea and mountains, to the world.

Shimada's goal and basic philosophy is to create products that he himself would "want to use" with a level, technique, and ideas that cannot be imitated anywhere else. He also hopes that through product creation, he can bring the "countryside craftsmen" who have been solely behind the scenes and supporting Japanese manufacturing to the forefront.

"Think in Japan, make in Japan. We want to spread these 'All Made in Japan' products from Toyohama to the whole of Japan and the world. We will continue to pour all our skills, knowledge, experience and heart into making high quality products."
RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR's hats are made by craftsmen like these.

Shimada Co., Ltd. is a hat manufacturer that provides high-quality hats made in Japan with a careful craftsmanship spirit. It originally started as a family-run company that manufactured and sold straw hats for farm work.

A few years after the current owner, Kazuhisa Takada, took over the family business, the president of a hat shop in Osaka, who happened to be visiting the 88 temples of Shikoku, got lost while looking at the navigation system. This prompted Takada to train at the hat shop for about half a year to try his hand at the fashion world as the straw hat business for farm work was shrinking. After that, the current business model began.

Having started out with straw when it was first established, the company has experience, skills, and equipment that are rare even in Japan; it has now evolved to include a wide range of activities, from felt molding to sewing woven fabric, and the company primarily receives offers from brands that insist on high-quality Made in Japan products.

At Shimada, we aim to create unique products that people want, not only in Japan but all over the world, with a high level of technology that cannot be replicated anywhere else, and originality and ingenuity, and products that we would want to use ourselves.
I would like to bring the "country craftsmen" who have previously been thought of as supporting the industry from behind the scenes into the spotlight so that more attention can be focused on them.
And from Toyohama Town, "Udon Prefecture," a tranquil place surrounded by sea and mountains, we will continue to create high-quality products with all our heart and soul every day, with the desire to share 100% Made in Japan products that are conceived and made in Japan with the world.

Shimada Co., Ltd.
1876-1 Wada, Toyohama-cho, Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture
https://www.shimada-oem.com/

Attention

・Turn the product inside out, place it in a laundry net and wash it alone.
- Water temperature should be limited to 40°C. Avoid washing with hot water.
- Use a neutral detergent and do not use bleach or fabric softener.
-Avoid tumble drying.
- Dry cleaning is not permitted.
-Do not iron.
・After dehydration, we recommend shaping the product and drying it in the shade.