Running and trail headbands

Two uses, two seasons

The headband is the simplest accessory for runners, but it serves two purposes depending on the season. In summer, made of terry or technical fabric, it stops perspiration before it runs into the eyes and keeps hair back. In winter, made of fleece or thermal knit, it covers the ears, the most sensitive part of the face to the cold, while allowing the top of the head to breathe, which prevents overheating like with a hat.

Other accessories

Trail accessories also come in various forms:

• Caps and visors.
• Beanies.
• Neck gaiters.
• Balaclavas.
• Gloves.
• Bottles and belts.

All the accessories are gathered on the accessories page.

Against perspiration

The Nike headbands, such as the Swoosh and Flex Classic, in terry or Dri-FIT fabric, absorb sweat from the forehead and dry quickly. The Flex Classic comes in several widths, from a thin headband that holds hair to a wide one that covers more of the forehead. The printed models add a splash of colour. The Fury Elevate and the 2.0, with a siliconed inside, do not slip during exercise. They are also worn for tennis, basketball, or the gym.

Against the cold

For winter, the Craft ADV Lumen Fleece headband, made of fleece with reflective details, keeps the ears warm and makes you visible at night. The Odlo Move Light, from the Norwegian technical clothing brand, is thin and breathable, suitable for mid-season. The headband can be worn under a cap or hood in extreme cold and can be folded into a pocket when you warm up. It's washed at thirty degrees after each outing and laid flat to dry to maintain its elasticity.

Good deals

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

Frequently asked questions

Headband or hat for running in winter?

The headband covers the ears while allowing the top of the head to release heat: ideal in chilly weather, during fast outings. In extreme cold or rain, the hat takes over.

What width of headband should I choose?

A thin headband, like some Nike Flex Classics, is hardly noticeable and holds hair. A wider headband absorbs more sweat in summer and covers the ears better in winter.

How to choose the size of a running headband?

Most headbands are elastic and come in a one-size-fits-all, suitable for an adult head circumference. It should fit without being tight: too tight, it causes headaches on long outings.

How to wash a sports headband?

Wash it after each outing, at thirty or forty degrees, with your sports laundry and without fabric softener, which reduces its absorbent qualities. Fleece headbands dry naturally, away from the radiator.

Is a fleece headband useful in trail running?

For early morning outings in the mountains or night ultras, a fleece headband, like the Craft ADV Lumen Fleece, protects the ears from the wind. It can be slipped into a pocket when the temperature rises.