How the HatFlap was Invented
I searched and searched for a solution to the dilemma of versatile cold-weather headwear. Hot or cold weather, I like wearing a cowboy hat when it's sunny to keep the sun out of my eyes. I like wearing a cowboy hat when it's raining and snowing, so I don't get pelted in the face and down my collar. But when it's cold, especially cold and windy, my ears would ache with cold.

I tried brimmed hats with fold-down flaps, but when I unfolded the flaps over my ears, the hat was loose and rode on the bridge of my nose. I tried buying a larger hat and wearing a fleece headband under it, but the hat was still darn tight and hurt, and when the weather or I warmed up, if I took off the headband, again, I'd be wearing my hat on the bridge of my nose.

Then I thought I saw the solution: those spring-loaded fleece headbands that wrap around the back of your head. I bought one, but after wearing it for about an hour, I had a headache — the thing stays on by squeezing the sides of your head, right on the temples — ouch! Nearly everyone I've talked to about them told me that they got headaches from the spring-action, too.

So, I invented The HatFlap:
It's warm. Easy to put on and take off. The only part under the hat is the strap which is thin, so it doesn't change the fit of my hats! The straps have friction, so cowboy hats don't slip off. The buckle rides out of the way on top of the head, and gives the garment adjustability for a custom fit.

It just rides on the head, no attachment hassles. Only two sizes cover everybody's heads. I make them from fleece and this great machine-washable fabric that looks, feels and blocks wind like suede. And, when the weather or I warm-up, then I just slip it off and wad it up in a pocket.

And I make a just-fleece version for riding when you don't need wind protection, and want to hear more, like during a riding lesson in an arena.

How the HatFlap is Made
The HatFlap is made in the USA from high-quality materials. The fleece is the best: Polartec® from Malden Mills, made in Massachusetts. The other materials are high-quality fabric suedes and buckles. The straps are Ultrasuede®.

Yes, these fabrics are more expensive than most, but they are durable and will provide you with warmth for years. Yes, we back up The HatFlap's materials and workmanship. We want the only problem you have with your HatFlap is that your best friend steals it from you! If you ever have any problems with a HatFlap, please return it and we'll make it right.

I'm proud to provide you with a quality product as a solution to a need many of us have — may you be as satisfied with your HatFlap as I am with mine.
— Lynn Woodward, owner of Woodward Creative