bathing caps

RE: bathing caps

Former Member — Sat, 18 May 2002 15:32:40 GMT

If heat is your issue ... try a silicone cap before you spend money. I find mine to be definately warmer than latex and the cheaper latex the cooler (the thinner too I suppose). For the week my regular pool was having heating trouble, I wore a silicone cap to keep warmer and it really helped. That water temperature in the 70s was delightful. I find that I can't stand a cap when the water temperature really pleases the aerobic folks ... about 84 degrees. My only hope in that warm water is to go without the cap. Fortunately I also have short hair so it doesn't bother me while I swim. good luck.

RE: bathing caps

Former Member — Sat, 18 May 2002 14:42:43 GMT

Get a silicone cap. They're like $12-15 but you can put them on even dry very painlessly (meaning without pulling out any hair).

RE: bathing caps

Former Member — Sat, 18 May 2002 09:29:06 GMT

As I keep telling people, there are advantages to male pattern baldness, and now here's another! All the benefits of reduced drag like wearing a cap with none of the drawbacks such as heat buildup or discomfort! And talk about the post-swimming shower and dressing routine time saved by not having to deal with all that drying, brushing and combing. Bald IS beautiful!

RE: bathing caps

Former Member — Fri, 17 May 2002 12:32:33 GMT

i also dislike having to wear a cap (it's uncomfortable to put on), but it really does make a difference as far as drag. i find that my neck muscles get a bit sore when i don't wear one (something to do with how i hold my head to reduce drag?). also, it's nicer on your hair (no more tangles in your goggle straps). maybe you would like one of those speedo lycra caps better -- they're a little more breathable.