Zephyr Hats: Hawaii Edition

Thats right! Two posts this week; check out Zephyr Hats: University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Edition! This is part of a series that included  Auburn, BYU, CU, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Gators, and Georgia Tech. I'm going through the alphabet, so feel free to leave a comment what NHL team or College I should do for "I"!


These first to are Hawaii Superstar Snapbacks. Pictured left is an older version that has a round brim, while the right is new version with a square brim. Both have Zephyr's trademark raised embroidery. Green under-brims, one-colored snaps.

The next three pictures are of the Zephyr Refresh snapbacks for the University of Hawaii. I guess there were a couple different colorways that were made; I personally like the green-crowned snapback. These actually surprised me because I had never seen them before; I found these on eBay, so you might be able to see them and/or buy them when you go there. Square brims, green under-brims, two-colored snaps, and the raise-embroidered Hawaii logo on the front.

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find very many University of Hawaii Zephyr snapbacks. However, there is a whole section on Hatmonster dedicated to the school, so you can check that out here. This Hawaii Shadow Script snapback is the last one of the post. If I had to chose my favorite Zephyr Hawaii hat, it would be this one. The great green color of Hawaii is captured in this picture; the design is attractive, it has contrasting button and airholes, black snap, green under-brim, square brim.

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Zephyr Hats: Georgia Tech Edition

All right, everyone, here is another one of my favorites: Georgia Tech! This is part of a series that included  Auburn, BYU, CU, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, and the Florida Gators. I'm going through the alphabet, so feel free to leave a comment what NHL team or College I should do for "H"! 

 First is the Zephyr Blockbuster 2 snapback. The Georgia Tech colors are so bright and colorful; they make the snapback an eye-catcher. As you can see, it has the popular green under-brim and square brim. The contrasting button and airholes give it a nice effect too.

This is the Georgia Tech Front Runner snapback. I absolutely love this design; the yellow jacket is placed on the center of the crown and then three lines are placed behind the logo. The middle of the three lines highlights the word "Buzz." The contrasting button and airholes again adds more flavor to the already stunning snapback. Hatmonster has this exact same design for many other schools and hockey teams, so be sure to check that out here.




On the right is an example of the newer Georgia Tech Superstar snapback that has a square brim; on the left is the older version of the same snapback that has a round brim. The Superstar is probably Zephyr's trademark snapback hat.


The Georgia Tech Shadow Script snapback further illustrates the outstanding design that Zephyr makes. It is quite obvious why it is called the shadow script because of the shadow the words "Georgia Tech" has. The Yellow Jacket's logo is placed near the bottom right of the front of the crown. Again, the contrasting button and airholes provide the snapback with more variety of colors and attention-grabbingness. These have square brims, green under-brims, and solo-colored snaps. You can see other Shadow Script snapbacks on Hatmonster.


Another favorite design of mine that Zephyr makes is on the Black Headliner snapbacks. The majority of this Georgia Tech Black Headliner snapback is, believe it or not, black. However, you cant tell that the raise-embroidered words "Georgia Tech" are highlighted with yellow, the airholes are yellow, the "Z" is yellow, the Yellow Jacket's logo is yellow, and lastly, one of the snaps is yellow. These Black Headliners were made with square brims, green under-brims, and significant swag. To distinguish between the different Headliners, see here.


Below is a somewhat recent design from Zephyr called The Razzle. This Georgia Tech Razzle snapback has all the traditional characteristics of Razzle snapback hats: two-colored snaps, square brims, green under-brims, and the dazzling Razzle-style script. 

Lastly is the Georgia Tech Xline Refresh snapback, another recent design that features Zephyr's exclusive graphic design on it. As you can tell, it isn't the exact same logo design that Georgia Tech commonly uses. I think my favorite snapback designs that Zephyr makes are these Xline Refreshes. They have two-colored snaps, green under-brims, and square brims. Stunning!

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Zephyr XLine, Refresh, And ReVault Snapbacks Explained

The topic I am about to discuss has been somewhat confusing to me; I am still researching into it. However, as many Zephyr fanatics know, Zephyr has recently unveiled the following snapback styles: XLine, Refresh, and ReVault. While each display their own uniqueness, they also share some characteristics.

These sets of Fresno State University and University of Maryland snapbacks will help illustrate the differences between the ReVault and the Refresh snapbacks. The main graphic design of any ReVault snapback is that it features a retro logo of the school or team. Much of the time, the ReVault will feature an old-school logo of the mascot. The Refresh features the current logo of the school. The Fresno State ReVault snapback is on the left, while the snapback on the right is a Refresh.

The next two pictures further clarify the differences of the ReVault and Refresh. The Maryland ReVault is on the right, featuring a retro logo; the Maryland Refresh is on the left, featuring the current logo.

The next set of snapbacks with help identify between the Refresh and the Xline. The Xline is essentially the logo of the Refresh with a snapback. Notice the difference between the BYU Refresh on the left; the Xline on the right. As far as I know, only certain Refresh designs have been used to form Xline snapbacks.


An exclusive, notable design of an Xline snapback is for Arizona State University. What makes this extremely unique is the fact that "this is the only time the school has allowed anyone to remake Sparky in a different way." All three of these colorways are still available on Hatmonster.com, which is extremely surprising. Be sure to get one before they run out; they "will be only for sale from now until August."


 
The nominee for "Snapback of the Week" is the Gonzaga Bulldogs Blockbuster 2 Snapback. The white-crowned Blockbuster 2 snapbacks are one of my favorite designs; although I should not say that because I like every design Zephyr has made on snapbacks.

     
I am once again sorry that I did not post last week: it was filled with taking exams, attending choir practices, graduation practices, and open houses. While graduating was the main highlight of last week, another cherished moment of last week was Zephyr's announcing me to be a super-fan. It truly is a honor to be named super-fan, and I intend to live up to the title. 

 

Zephyr Square Brim Fitteds, Snapback Rant, Snapback Of The Week

This week's post is a collaboration of ideas for the Zephyr Super-fan blog. Included is a preview of a project that Zephyr is working on that is to be released during the fall of 2012, a rant on snapbacks that I have been thinking about, and lastly, the snapback the week.

Projects that Zephyr is currently working on include bringing back the square brim fitted hat, pictured above. These were part of what Zephyr made in 1993 when they first begun. Zephyr's new version of the 1993 fitted has the "feel of a snapback but in the original fitted shape." It is due to be released sometime during the fall of 2012. I have a feeling this hats are going to be extremely popular! To see more of these pictures, check out Zephyr's Facebook Page, and look at their albums. Buy them on Hatmonster.

Snapback Rant: it has occurred to me that individuals who wear snapbacks are biased. A bias that labels the individual as reckless, rebellious, etc. You are probably familiar with this bias, or stereotype. I am not completely opposed to this bias, because many people I see around my city present themselves and act accordingly. However, I do not want this bias is placed upon me when I go into public, or even am around acquaintances. I do not want to be associated with recklessness or rebellion. While the bias is true because of the reckless people who wear snapbacks, I also think that it came about because of some (not all) rap icons who present themselves and their music as 'gangster', 'reckless', and 'I do what I want', who too wear snapbacks. It seems that the music presented has an underlying ideal that the hearer embraces without knowing. Afterward, the hearer begins to live by the same ideals, often a 'reckless' way of living. Why should a fantastic, quality-made Zephyr snapback be accompanied with this bias? It shouldn't. I want to encourage snapback-wearers to act self-controlled and caring in public; therefore disproving public opinion, and giving the snapback a respectable reputation.

"The Snapback Of The Week" this week is not one individual snapback, but a collaboration done with Zephyr. It was released May 11, 2012 in celebration of the Denver Nuggets convincing 113-96 win against the L.A. Lakers. Zephyr was founded in Colorado, so implementing the Denver area code of "303" onto a snapback would be very appropriate. Designed in twelve different colorways, the Zephyr '303' Snapbacks features colorways for the Denver Nuggets, Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, as well as others. 

Republic Of Zephyr Superstar Snapback Hat Review

Well, what you are about to see is my first in-depth Zephyr hat review, featuring the Republic of Zephyr snapback. This hat I reviewed is just one of many Zephyr Branded products that one can find on Hatmonster.

As mentioned in the video, Zephyr hats are made in Bangladesh. I know also that some are made in China, and with a different material: 100% Cotton. As far as I know, these are the only two places Zephyr hats are made.

Just for fun, I'm going to be selecting "snapback of the week" every week in one of my posts. This week features a Zephyr North Dakota State University Bison Shadow Script. Why did I choose this one? Out of all the Zephyr Shadow Scripts I have seen, this one stood out the most to me. It is not on Hatmonster, even though I would think this would be a seller. Also, I want to give a congratulations to the Zephyr Facebook Page for surpassing 25,000 likes this past week!

Zephyr Hats Super-fan: Snapback Styles Pt. 1

When it comes to styles of snapbacks, Zephyr has variegated, uniquely-designed, and often imitated styles. I intend to show some of Zephyr's designs that get popular feedback online, and that I've seen in actuality. Seeing hats online does harm to the design and colors of a hat. Being in the presence of a hat allows for better distinguishing of colors, and studying of design. This one of two posts dealing with Zephyr styles.

To the right is a Zephyr custom Chicago Blackhawks snapback, not to be confused with the Oregon Ducks Blockout, which is on the left. Both are similarly designed, but to note the small differences: 1) The dividing line between the name of the mascot and the name where the team can be found. 2) The  placement of the team logo.




Next are a Zephyr BYU and Kansas Hype Snapback, a newer design with a unique design that cannot be rightly captured by a camera. I saw many in stores, and was more impressed in person than on the screen.

 









To the left is a rare design Zephyr has made, called the Swoop, which I have never seen in person; but the design is captivating, and I don't know where you can buy them. I was told that "the Swoop is coming out in bits and pieces as various retailers are buying their own version of them." 

Below is a series of shots of a Florida Gators Zephyr Upshot Snapback, a creative design not to be confused with, but similar to, the Zig Zag.

The photo on the left pictures a UConn Refresh Snapback, a logo oriented line of hats for schools. The Penguins Zig Zag Snapback to the right has a thrilling design, and could be often confused with the Upshot.

To the right, and above, are Superstar Snapbacks. Made in both round and square brims, the Superstar features not only schools, but cities and countries like Brooklyn, Sweden, and Italy.

Lastly, I want to cover the Blockbuster collection. To the left is a Blockbuster 2, which basically is the square-brimmed version with the color-filled design of the regular Blockbuster, which is to the right. You can buy both styles of the Blockbuster on Hatmonster.

Launching of Zephyr Hats Super-fan Blog

This marks my first post of my Zephyr Hats Super-fan Blog. My intention with this blog is to prove to Zephyr my loyalty and passion for their brand, and will post various times throughout the 'Super-fan Contest'. If this blog becomes popular, I would continue to post about Zephyr, including reviews, styles, and why Zephyr has the best hats out the market!

This first post will simply uncover how I came across Zephyr, and then how and why I am dedicated to the "Z". During the summer of 2011, I was sidelined from basketball due to a ankle-injury. I started to spend hours on Facebook, and I always had a positive bias towards Zephyr because my oldest brother worked for them and wore their hats. I suddenly became an avid follower of the Zephyr Facebook Page, and began learning more about their brand. Over the summer I learned about different styles and information, and got my first Zephyr snapback. My enthusiasm for Zephyr continued into the beginning of my senior year of high school when I saw a friend wearing a University of Colorado Zephyr Fitted hat. It has now been almost a year from when I started becoming interested in Zephyr Hats, and I don't see my craze ending anytime soon.

So. How and why the dedication? As I learned about Zephyr of the summer of 2011, I started answering customer questions on the Facebook page if they went unanswered from David Gormley, the President of Zephyr Headwear. My internet activity with Zephyr was often talked about among my friends at school, and soon Zephyr would be a part of our everyday conversation. I'd update them with new styles that were coming out, explain the Zephyr licenses for different sports, and other information. Any time hats were mentioned at school, I'd be sure to include Zephyr in the conversation. The reason behind my actions are simple. What Zephyr is doing is providing quality, creatively-designed hats. And what they say about their hats is evident in their product. Honesty is a rare trait one finds in doing business. Another characteristic that stood out to me was their involvement with customers. Then there is the fact that I live within 5 miles of the Zephyr Headquarters, and Zephyr was established the same year I was born: 1993.

As I close this opening post, I will tell more what I plan to do with this blog. Posting at least once a week is a goal of mine, which will include posting pictures of hats, reviewing hats, and other new ideas that come to mind. I appreciate any feedback from anyone. Also, I do not claim to be the biggest Zephyr super-fan; I just enjoy hats for what they are and would be thrilled to be part of the Zephyr Street Team. The hat I am wearing in second picture is a Notre Dame Flashback Snapback.