Theres lots of hats to choose from and most of them will do a great job keeping your head warm And the Screamer Winston Stone Beanie is just like them using acrylic yarn to shed snow and trap in heat and providing a fleece lining to trap in heat and lock out the cold So what sets it apart from the rest? The fact that its a simple no nonsense knit design so you wont feel childish while youre wearing it No poms no flaps or tassels just warmth where you need it most Acrylic material dries fast to keep snowfall from making you cold Simple chunky knit design is a classic style that never goes out of style Fleece lining adds additional warmth and helps block the wind