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How to Dry a Wool Hat Without Shrinking It

Wet wool hat? Press out the water, reshape it and dry it flat, away from heat and sun. Here is the full method, plus what to avoid and when it is dry.

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How to Clean a Suede Cap Without Ruining the Nap

Clean a suede cap at home: brush, spot-treat, dry and restore the nap, plus what to avoid, from a NZ hat retailer. Real and vegan suede covered.

curve a cap brimHands shaping a gently curved cap brim

How to Curve a Cap Brim at Home: Steam, Hand and No-Steamer Methods

Curve a cap brim at home without cracking it. Steam, water-and-bands and hand-shaping methods, plus fixes for a brim that has gone flat or creased.

cap under hood comfortCyclist fitting a helmet over a lightweight cap

Wearing a Cap Under Your Helmet: A Comfort Guide for NZ Riders

How to choose and wear a cap under your helmet in New Zealand: fit, seams, fabrics, heat and sweat, NZ helmet rules and care, so rides stay comfortable.

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How to Protect a Suede Cap From Rain, Stains and Wear

Learn how to protect a suede cap in NZ: test, spray, dry, brush and store it properly so it handles drizzle, dirt and daily wear without losing its nap.

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Leather Hat vs Oilskin Hat: Which Suits NZ Weather?

Leather hat or oilskin hat? Compare rain, sun, breathability, weight, durability and care, and find which suits New Zealand weather and the way you wear it.