This is a great cold weather hat. Great ear coverage, as well as the entire side of your face. The snow shakes off, the rain beads, and your melon and ears stay nice and comfy. If things warm up you fold up the flaps and you still have keep your body heat from flying out of your head. Nicely insulated, super comfortable, warm, water and wind resistant, just a honey of a hat for the price. A great all-around cold weather cover.