Decathlon | Fabric swim cap Size L - Dark Blue

Is a hat that catches on your hair a cause for concern? Choose this swim capin lightweight, elasticated mesh that's easy to put on and take off. Ideal forlow-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 afabric 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 layerof silicone which helps stop water getting in and makes it less stretchy for amore secure fit. Silicone: Less comfortable but very stretchy, it providesexcellent stability and keeps out the most water. ; Are there other types ofswim caps?: There are several alternatives to standard swimming caps to suiteveryone'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 roomfor thick hair. \- moulded or dome caps: these silicone caps are used incompetitions. \- neoprene caps: perfect for open water swimming. ; How tochoose the right swim cap size: S, M, L, one size… Which to choose? The choiceis 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. Fora 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: Didyou know? There's a right and a wrong way round to wear a swim cap! Mesh capshave a central band designed to run from front to back. For silicone swimmingcaps, the fold line (visible when the cap is laid flat) is made to go in thesame direction as the others. Place both hands together inside the cap. Spreadyour hands (and fingers) to create space, then put the cap on. At the front,it should sit about a finger's width above your eyebrows. ; Why should youwear a swimming cap?: There are two main reasons. Firstly, wearing a cap is asign of respect for the place you are swimming. By securing your hair, you arehelping to keep the water and equipment clean, ensuring a certain level ofhygiene in the pool or body of water. Secondly, you are also wearing it foryourself! A cap protects your hair from damage from the water, chlorine (orother chemicals) and salt (or other impurities).