Frequently Asked Questions
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The Rancher Cap is our warmest traditional wool cap, built for serious winter weather. Compared with the Original Stormy Kromer Cap, it features 200-gram Thinsulate™ insulation in the crown and longer fleece-lined earbands for added warmth and coverage. When the earbands are pulled down, they fully cover your ears and extend farther down the neck.
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Yes. The Rancher Cap's extended earbands fully cover your ears when pulled down and provide additional coverage at the back of the neck.
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The Rancher Cap is built for people who put warmth and function first. With 200-gram Thinsulate™ insulation, fleece-lined earbands, and extended coverage, it's made for those who spend real time outdoors in the cold. Whether you're ice fishing, snow blowing, working outside, or simply refuse to let winter slow you down, the Rancher is built to keep you comfortable in harsh conditions.
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No. The Rancher Cap is lined with soft cotton flannel, and the sweatband is made from a comfortable polycotton blend. The earbands are lined with fleece, so the wool outer shell never sits directly against your skin.
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Use a soft tape measure to measure around your head where you like your hat to sit. Divide that measurement by 3.14 (π), then round up to the nearest 1/8. This is your Stormy Kromer hat size. If you don't have a tape measure, you can also use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler. Please remember that these hats generally do not stretch over time. If your measurement falls between sizes, or if you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up.
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Dry cleaning is the best way to care for your Rancher Cap. For small spills or stains, spot cleaning is often enough. If your cap gets wet from rain or snow, let it air dry naturally away from direct heat or sunlight. Never put your wool cap in the dryer, as the heat can cause it to shrink.
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Posted by Joe on Jan 4th 2025
After years struggling with beanies sliding up my head, I bought a blaze rancher. Couldn't be happier (or warmer)!
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Posted by B Cawsey on Jan 4th 2025
arrived last week, got an email to ask if I would recommend, gave an 8 out of 10 because it had just arrived and recieved a reply asking why only a 80% Just finished 2 days of -40 wind chills in central Alberta and it passed with flying colors. Great hat for chore time.
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Posted by Steve on Jan 4th 2025
Just got my cap today after exchanging it for a larger size. I sized the first one wrong. Resized, and called their customer service people. They are the best! My cap fits perfect, and is very warm. This is, hands down, the best winter cap you can get. And it made in the USA!
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Posted by gary rejsek on Dec 31st 2024
This is my fourth kromer,great hat,nice and warm and covers my ears,excellent
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Posted by Kevin on Dec 28th 2024
Quality product. Read reviews and followed advice of others to go one size up from measured size when ordering the Rancher due to the additional insulation in the cap. It fits perfectly.
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Posted by Anthony on Dec 20th 2024
I just bought my first rancher cap and wore it tonight doing chores. -10ºF and it kept me warm the whole time. Very satisfied and highly recommended.
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Posted by Vaughn on Dec 18th 2024
Excellent cap. I've owned many, many regular Stormy's but this is the first Rancher cap that I have owned. The quality is exceptional just like all Stormy Kromer caps and it is well insulated and warm. Perfect for this upcoming cold Wisconsin winter.
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Posted by CEY on Dec 14th 2024
The cap, neck gaiter, double mac coat - all top quality and a great wintertime combination. If you have the $, get all three. Your body will send you warm snuggly signals in return.
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Posted by Scott G on Dec 12th 2024
Very warm while deer hunting in the Northeast Kingdom.