GWA Crew Caps, Nalgene Bottles
Drops 11/22 10am PST
Don't call it a dad hat. These are unstructured caps.
We are also long overdue for a Nalgene. A MIL / EDC classic.
Why unstructured? On my motorcycle commutes I prefer to carry an unstructured cap because I can roll the cap up and stuff it in a pocket without worrying about ruining the structured front panel. I love a good fitted hat but once you get the panel creased they are usually ruined.
I specifically chose these premium '47 Clean Up caps because of the fit. I wear a ton of caps but have a larger head and most caps are too shallow. The Clean Up has a taller crown and the perfect precurved structured bill. They hug your head really well.
Unstructured caps are also cooler to wear since they retain less heat (no thick front panel) and are made of lighter more breathable materials. They are also great caps for range work and outdoor use.
The origins of the Citadel bottle pocket included the ability to carry a 32oz Nalgene. An absolute workhorse in the EDC and Military community for water carry.
Light and rugged the Nalgene is my go to when traveling. If my trip involves a lot of walking I consume a lot of water. Constantly drinking and refilling. Insulated bottles are great but are heavy and come with limited water storage compared to relative size. The water volume to weight / size of bottle ratio just isn't there.
32oz of water and doesn't weigh down your load like a metal bottle. Arguably more durable because when dropped you won't cause heavy damage. If you own a metal insulated bottle you know the pain once dropped on pavement.
Caps 35 bucks each, bottle 25 bucks each. If you can order it, it's instock. Not a preorder.