I had one of these hats that last for years and I loved it for yard work.  However, it didn't last being stomped in by some little kids.  I got this one to replace the one that got destroyed.  I love this hat while working in the yard as it protects me from the sun.  Sense I'm as white as a sheet of paper I need all the protection I can get.  This is also great to use while weeding flowers.