I too bit the bullet and purchased a TilleyLT5 a few months ago. I really agonized over spending that much money for a hat. I absolutely love it and would not hesitate to purchase another if I ever had to. Sits on my head and is so light I forget it is on. Wore it to the VA Fly Fish Festival and gave it a good workout....no rain running down my neck and yes, it did stay on in the wind. When I go to the PA Fishin in I will be pairiing the hat with a "buff" for the neck and will occasionaly dunk the buff in the stream for the cooling benefits!
Bernie
AAAHHHHH.....my new rod is still virgin territory but this Sunday I am hoping to rectify that situation........