“As a guy who wears a size 8 hat, if not a touch bigger, finding a hat that fits has always been difficult. Find one that uses premium materials? I always thought that would be impossible. Then I found the Trenches Hydro XL. Most comfortable hat I have ever worn, and it’s not even close. Melin has made me a customer for life, and I cannot wait for additional colors. Highly recommend to anyone that’s struggled to find a hat big enough for them.”
“Got my first Melin hats a couple of weeks before I got my XL version. Personally I like the style of the hydro so when I saw the XL come out I had to snag it. I do actually have a bigger head than most so I figured why not. And actually the two regular hydro I got actually still fit me perfect. I use these hats at work in a factory it gets hot and dirty but these hats are so awesome. My head doesn’t get hot like with most hats I have tried. You know I see a lot of people talking about the price of these hats. Look if you want quality you have to spend that extra buck. I promise you if you decide to get one of these hats you won’t regret it. Also almost every person at work has asked me about where I got my hats from. If your still thinking about it just go for it. I already have another one on the way.”
“I have a size 7.75-8 head. I have 4 extra "buttons" to make this hat bigger. Can't remember the last time I was on anything but the last one.
The depth of the hat is similar to my Melin Thermal (ie there is a similar amount of skin between the bottom of the hat and where my ear attaches to my head. I get lots of compliments on the black hat.”
“Easily the most comfortable, best fitting hat for big guys. The quality and comfort of this hat are unparalleled. I’m traditionally a fitted 7 5/8 in New Era Deep Crowns and will never be the same after buying this hat. Originally bought the Hydro Icon which wasn’t deep enough and looked a bit funny. Was hesitant to buy the XL as it’s advertised as size 8 and above. Couldn’t be happier with the decision to upgrade to the XL. At 6’8” 275lbs finding clothing/accessories that fit so well they look tailor fit is a huge challenge. Finding a hat with perfect depth, sizing (the snap back isn’t barely holding on to a nub or two) and style, while also being ridiculously comfortable and moisture/sweat friendly is a god send. Worth every penny. New Era has officially been put on notice. Office, gym, or night out - this hat does it all and then some.”