Spodik

A spodik is a tall fur hat worn by some Hasidim. Spodiks should not be confused with Shtreimels, which are a similar type of hat also worn by Hasidim. Shtreimels are shorter, wider, and circular shaped. Spodiks on the other hand are long, tall, thin, and circular. There are many types of Spodiks, some quite similar to the Shtreimel.

Different Spodiks are worn depending on the Hasidic school of thought that a Hasid subscribes to. Sometimes they are worn exclusivly by the Rabbi or Rebbe of the synagogue.

Ger Hasidim are the most famous for wearing spodiks. Gerrer Hasidim have the custom of allowing all married men to wear a spodik. A Spodik generally costs between $800 to $1000 and is made out of the fur of fox tails. Due to an edict by the leader of Ger designed to stop the extravagance of the hats, Gerrer Hasidim are only allowed to purchase fake fur spodiks that must cost less than $600.