Shower caps - Recommendations
For some, the main function of a shower cap is to gather the hair so it doesn't create water resistance while swimming. For others, they want to avoid chlorine in their hair.
Another advantage of wearing a shower cap is that it prevents the straps of your goggles from tearing your hair.
If you're swimming in open water, it's a good idea to wear a shower cap in a colour that stands out from the surroundings and lights up. This makes it easier for paddleboarders, surfers, kayaks and boats to spot the swimmer in the water, thus avoiding ugly and potentially fatal accidents.
Shower caps come in several types and sizes
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Latex: The cheapest material for shower caps. Typically, quite loose and doesn't hold its shape very well
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Silicone: The material we always recommend shower caps in. They fit more firmly on the head and hold their shape brilliantly. It's definitely the best choice for anyone who will be wearing a shower cap for actual swimming, whether it's for competitive or recreational swimmers
- Size: If you have hair over 25 cm, you should choose a shower cap specifically for long hair. If you have less than that, you should always choose the standard shower cap
- Made from flexible suede silicone that uniquely combines barely noticeable flexibility with a construction that lasts for years
- After 4 wears, the stretchy silicone will hold the shape of the user's head for increased comfort and a more comfortable fit
- Covers ⅔ of the ear, so you can still hear your surroundings clearly
- Has a matte finish that makes it look great on the outside
- Suitable for ages 8 years and up
- Made in Spain, Europe
- Made with extra compartments for hair that needs to be tied up in a bun
- Made with internal non-slip panels that ensure the swim cap stays in place throughout the swim, so long hair can't slip out. Not even the ends
- Made of flexible silicone that easily adapts to the shape of the head
- The stretchy silicone will hold the shape of the user's head after 4 wears, increasing comfort and providing a more comfortable fit
- Available in bold colours that are easy to see in open water and over long distances
- Made from flexible SUEDE silicone that uniquely combines flexibility that's barely noticeable with a construction that lasts for years
- After 4 wears, the elasticated silicone will hold the shape of the user's head for increased comfort and a more comfortable fit
- Covers ⅔ of the ear, so you can still hear your surroundings clearly
- Has a matte finish that makes it look great on the outside
- Suitable for ages 8 years and up
- Made in Spain, Europe