The basic function of a swim cap is to keep hair out of your eyes while swimming. Most swim caps are made of either latex or silicone. The former, favored by competitive swimmers, stays put and streamlines the head for faster race times, b… read more
Frequent swimmers and competitive swimmers wear swim caps to protect their hair from damaging pool chemicals and to reduce friction for increased speed in races. But swim caps haven't always been just for serious swimmers. read more
Swim caps serve three main purposes: to improve your swimming performance by cutting down on drag, to keep pools clean from human hair and hair products and to keep your hair from getting damaged by chlorine. You want a cap that will keep y… read more
Swim caps are designed both to give swimmers a competitive advantage and to protect their hair. What you seek in a good swim cap depends on why you are buying one. But not every swim cap is made the same. When choosing a swim cap, you shou… read more
Whether your child swims competitively or recreationally, swim goggles and swim caps are accessories that help make swimming more enjoyable. Both swim goggles and swim caps are available in smaller sizes suitable for children. Allow your ch… read more
While swimming is a fun water activity for many people, it has its drawbacks. Human hair is porous, and swimming without protecting your hair in a pool, lake or ocean, can result in damaging effects such as breakage and discoloration. Fortu… read more
Swim caps are made of latex or silicone, with each material having advantages and disadvantages. Latex swim caps are less expensive and stay on a swimmer's head more securely while swimming. Silicone swim caps are more durable than latex an… read more
Located near Brisbane and Australia's Sunshine Coast, Lake Kawana is a popular spot for open water swimming. While the waters are sheltered, swimming in a lake is still not the same experience as swimming in a pool. Several teens were injur… read more
A custom swim cap can set apart your swim team from the rest of the pack, as well as make it easy for spectators to identify and cheer on the members of your team. Designing your own swim cap is easy with the use of tools provided by online… read more
Lycra and latex are the two most predominant materials used in today's swim caps. Each has distinct advantages and disadvantages, both in price and purpose. The one you select will depend on your swimming needs, personal taste and budget. read more
Swimming caps fulfill a number of tasks. There are those that athletes rely on when swimming in winter or competing in water sports that take place in the frigid waters of the ocean. Tight-fitting silicone caps offer protection against salt… read more
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