- Easy dressing: the cap’s stretchy and lightweight fabric makes it easy to put on.
- Stability: good support, ideal for occasional, beginner or recreational swimming.
- Mesh fabric: the cap is made of a comfortable and breathable mesh fabric.
Is a hat that catches on your hair a cause for concern? Choose this swim cap in lightweight, elasticated mesh that’s easy to put on and take off. Ideal for low-intensity leisure sessions.
Key benefits:
• Easy dressing: The cap’s stretchy and lightweight fabric makes it easy to put on.
• Stability: Good support, ideal for occasional, beginner or recreational swimming.
Technical information:
How to choose the material of your swim cap: Fabric Composition: Made from a fabric similar to a swimsuit, it is easy to put on without pulling your hair. It is finished with a seam around the head for a secure fit.
Coated fabric:
This variation of the mesh cap is also comfortable. It is covered with a layer of silicone which helps stop water getting in and makes it less stretchy for a more secure fit.
Silicone:
Less comfortable but very stretchy, it provides excellent stability and keeps out the most water. ; Are there other types of swim caps?: There are several alternatives to standard swimming caps to suit everyone’s needs:
- hairstyle caps: these are very stretchy and made of mesh.
- bubble cap: made from latex and can be put on without pulling the hair.
- volume or extra-volume caps: the shape of these silicone caps leave more room for thick hair.
- moulded or dome caps: these silicone caps are used in competitions.
- neoprene caps: perfect for open water swimming. ; How to choose the right swim cap size: S, M, L, one size… Which to choose?
The choice is rather simple: fabric and coated mesh caps come in different sizes (S, M, L) whereas silicone caps come in one size because they are very stretchy.
For a definitive answer, here’s a little guide based on your head size:
- XS: 50-52 cm. (available in the baby section)
- S: 53-56 cm.
- M: 56-59 cm.
- L: 59-62 cm.
- One size: from 53 to 62 cm. ; How to put on your swim cap: Did you know? There’s a right and a wrong way round to wear a swim c...