I have swam competitively most of my life without a swim cap, especially within the last several years since I have been bald and shave my head regularly. Recently, I have experimented with using a cap (I also use a cap with my tempo trainer) and I am not convinced of any benefits. While there may or may not be slightly less drag with the cap over my ears and goggle strap, it is less comfortable and I feel like I am compromising sensory input. I also feel like I might be retaining more heat during a race with a cap. I'm curious, any input either way?
I bet there is little difference in drag between a bald and cap worn head. The only other benefits would be thermal, goggle stability, and visibility.
Stephan Nystrand never wore a cap, and went 20 and 26 resp. for 50m fr and br, and 45 for 100m fr.
I bet there is little difference in drag between a bald and cap worn head. The only other benefits would be thermal, goggle stability, and visibility.
Stephan Nystrand never wore a cap, and went 20 and 26 resp. for 50m fr and br, and 45 for 100m fr.
