Women's sports caps

What the cap brings to the athlete

During outdoor training, the cap protects the face and eyes from the sun, reduces glare, and keeps sweat from running into the eyes. In the rain, the peak keeps the rain out of the line of sight. Female athletes appreciate models with a low adjustable closure at the back, which allow a ponytail to come out without pulling on the hair and fit comfortably around the head. A technical cap weighs only a few dozen grams, dries quickly, and can be tucked into a pocket when the sky darkens.

The other clothing

Women's fitness clothing also includes:

• T-shirts.
• Bras.
• Shorts.
• Trousers and leggings.
• Sweats and jackets.
• Windbreakers.

All the clothing is gathered on the women's clothing page.

Soft cap or structured: what to use

The unstructured cap, like the Nike Dri-FIT Fly, has no reinforcement at the front: it fits the head, folds without leaving a mark, and is suitable for running. The Ciele, born in Montreal in 2014 from a simple running cap, applies this principle in the Classic, Comp, and Field lines. The structured cap, like the Nike Dri-FIT Club, holds its shape and can also be worn outside of workouts. The adidas Adizero in Climacool focuses on ventilation, and the Circle Sportswear Run, from the Parisian brand founded in 2020, uses recycled fibers.

Curved peak, breathable panels and reflectors

The baseball caps Phantom Athletics and Hummel Pulse, with a curved peak, accompany training and strength sessions outdoors. The Mizuno Zunari, lightweight, dries quickly between exercises. The perforated or mesh panels expel heat from the head, and an inner absorbent band retains sweat. The reflective elements placed on the peak or at the back signal the athlete in headlights at dawn or dusk, when running along a road.

Good deals

Great bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance sales, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent out within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable pattern: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Which cap should I choose for running with a ponytail?

Choose an adjustable closure placed low at the back, with a wide enough opening to let the hair through without pulling. Soft running caps stay stable during strides, even with a tied hairstyle.

What colour cap should I prefer in summer?

A light fabric reflects part of the sunlight and heats up less than a dark colour. The underside of the peak, often darker, conversely limits glare in the eyes when running in the sun.

How to adjust a sports cap so that it doesn’t slip?

Pull the back closure tight until you feel slight support without pressure on the temples. A cap that is too loose tilts with every stride, while a cap that is too tight causes headaches after a few kilometres.

Does a running cap really protect against the sun?

It protects the face and eyes from glare and limits overheating on the forehead. The neck and ears remain exposed: complement with sunscreen and choose a lightweight fabric that allows breathing.

How to wash a sports cap?

Wash it by hand, in lukewarm soapy water, paying extra attention to the band that absorbs sweat. Let it air dry on a rounded support to keep the peak’s curvature.