GORETEX x CA4LA 2011 "Colorful Jungle" Bucket & 5-Panel Hats

Premier hat store, CA4LA Japan has connected with Goretex on a special "Colorful Jungle", outdoor hat collection for summer 11. These great pieces are made with Goretex's traditional breathable and waterproof shell then color blocked in fun color palettes. CA4LA offers either the classic bucket hat or 5-panel camper. Produced in limited quantities and only available at CA4LA stores in Japan.

Images: CA4LA

Override x Fuji Bicycles Low Pro Bike Caps

Simon Taylor, a founding member of London based creative agency TOMATO, has connected with Japan's Override and Fuji Bicycles for a select run of "Low Pro" Bike Caps. Each cap is made with basic cotton twill and features custom, graphic prints on the front panels and top brims. All crowns are cut shorter than usual for a full, slope fit to the head and roughly 2 inch brims. These low pro caps have elastic back straps for a wide range of head sizes. You can buy these special caps now through Arth Hat Stores located in Costa Mesa and NYC.

Images: Arth

Freeman Transport New Spring 2011 Headwear

Freeman Transport is back for Spring 2011 with some new hat styles already on the shelves. This release includes their new 5-panel caps in either black waxed cotton canvas or hickory striped fabric. The 5-Panel caps are produced by California based Wiley and Co.  Making another run for 2011 is Freeman's 100% American wool flannel caps with white felt appliqués. All caps are now available through Freeman's online store and select retailers.

Images: Freeman Transport

Inhabitant Japan INH Cap

Here is a very clean and simple design from Inhabitant Japan. This 6 panel cap comes in Deoseam, a patented synthetic material that resists odors and moisture. The back features a plastic back strap and branded INH woven label. All stitching is dyed to match crown and has matching sewn eyelets. The visor features the world champions racing stripes in a grosgrain tape sewn onto the right side. These colors where standardized by the International Cycling Union, which are worn by world champions each year and is the most coveted jersey! This cap is available through select Japanese sites.

Text: J. Villarin