Columbia Mesh Truck Hat

Truck hats date back to the early 1960s when businesses started giving them away to truckers as promotional items. The traditional style has a tall, stiff front that was originally designed to display company logos, and the back is made of mesh for ventilation.

Snapback hats are more like baseball hats, which have adjustable snap closures in the back and wide, flat brims.

These days, you can find traditional and hybrid styles that have both kinds of characteristics. They come in assorted colors, with different kinds of brims.

If you aren’t into logos, you can find plain ones in both kinds of styles. Some are one-size-fits-all without the adjustable backs, and some do not have the mesh ventilation that can keep you cooler.

Truck hats — or trucker hats, as they are often called — make great gifts. Many people love these hats for casual wear, when driving or camping, or for trips to the beach or pool.

• Caps can run big or small, depending on their construction and your head size. If this is a concern based on the specifications from the manufacturer, opt for an adjustable back closure.
• Do not wear trucker hats that are too tight, as this could cause a headache.
• Hats that are too big can make your head look smaller.
• Trucker hats can be worn forward, backward or even sideways to make a statement.
• Some trucker hats are machine washable, but others are definitely not. Read all manufacturer instructions before laundering.