Lissette joined the GearLab team in 2024 as a Review Editor, focusing on all things hiking, camping, and travel. As a former academic scientist, she’s always balanced her love of research with a passion for adventure, exploring everything from Costa Rica’s lush rainforests to South Africa’s iconic crags to Lake Tahoe’s scenic trails. She also enjoys tending her garden, playing with her kids in the snow, and appreciating nature’s small wonders through the lens of her Master’s degree in Microbiology from Yale University.
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Lissette Velasquez
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The Best Sun Hats
We evaluated over 60 models, which our team of experts put through extensive side-by-side testing. We can help you...
Best Buy
Furtalk Bucket Wide Brim Ponytail Review
A wide brim, breathable vents, and a unique ponytail hole make this budget hat one of the best bargains on the market...
Top Pick
Hemlock Lifeguard Straw Review
This beach-ready hat will keep your face shielded from the sun's rays and your scalp cool. Comfortable enough to wear...
Top Pick
Solbari Bondi Bucket Review
Comfortable and vacation-ready, this Skin Cancer Foundation-approved hat is an easy choice for casual days in the sun...
REI Co-op On the Trail Cap Review
If you favor comfort and breathability over maximum sun protection, this simple, ultralight cap is an affordable...
Solbari Holiday Review
If you want maximum sun protection without sacrificing style, this premium-quality sun hat is one of our favorites.
Tilley LTM6 Airflo Review
One of the most stylish and premium-quality sun hats, this model is versatile and enough to wear around town or on the...
The North Face Horizon Breeze Brimmer Review
This hat is a long-standing favorite, providing good coverage, breathability, and comfort in a foldable, lightweight...
Arc'teryx Sinsolo Bucket Hat Review
A hat you can take anywhere and wear anywhere, this lightweight sun shade tops the charts in comfort and packability...
Editors' Choice
Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Review
This top-performing hat is a must-have for sunny activities. We were pleasantly surprised by how protective and...
Best Buy
Einskey Classic Review
This affordable hat hits the mark where it counts - sun protection.
Top Pick
Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap Review
This hat is one of the most versatile and protective hats we've reviewed. It comes with a removable liner that can add...