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Ultra-Packable, Lightweight, bluesign® Approved Sun and Insect Protection
Outdoor Research says:
Ultra-Packable, Lightweight, bluesign® Approved Sun and Insect Protection.
This Bug Bucket features an integrated, no-see-um head net that protects face and neck from sun and insects in buggy environments.
Built with a bluesign® approved recycled nylon blend, the Bug Bucket's head net can be rolled up over the hat's brim or tucked under the crown when the bugs mellow out. UPF 40 sun protection blocks UV rays, and classic bucket design shades eyes and ears. Designed to be ultra-packable and lightweight, the entire bucket hat can be stuffed into a hidden pocket and thrown into your pack, ensuring you are always protected in buggy terrain.
An obvious choice when biting flies and pesky mosquitos are part of the journey, the Bug Bucket provides reliable insect protection deep behind insect enemy lines.
Our Verdict
The Outdoor Research Bug Bucket is ideal for summer hikes and evening camps when the mozzies come out in force. Weighing in at just 66 grams, it’s easy to forget in your pack. The no-see-um mesh stows neatly away when not needed and can be deployed in seconds when the insects descend. It provides full coverage for the face and neck without clinging, and because it sits further from your skin than a separate net, it’s far more comfortable to wear for extended periods.
The recycled nylon fabric is light, quick to dry, and surprisingly breathable—even with the mesh down. The brim offers decent sun protection without drooping, and the UPF 40 rating gives some added peace of mind on exposed ground. The mesh is a touch dark in low light, but that’s a small compromise for such effective bug defence.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Water-Resistant
- Breathable
- Wicking
- Lightweight
- Quick Drying
- TransAction™ Headband
- No-See-Um Mesh
- UPF 40
- Dark Fabric Under Brim
- Packs In Stash Pocket
- Convertible
- Screen Print OR Logo
Specifications
- Medium Weighs: 64g
- Large Weighs: 66g
- XLarge Weighs: 68g
Material & Construction
- bluesign® approved 40% Nylon 60% Recycled Nylon
