Combined hats for the pool: pros and cons, choice

A visit to the pool is associated with the acquisition of certain attributes - one of them is a hat. Increasingly, consumers are paying attention to combined options. Given their pros and cons, you can make the right choice.

Any hat designed for swimming in the pool, performs the main functions:

• it protects hair from getting wet and the harmful effects of chlorinated water;
• allows you to observe hygiene rules: the water in the pool must remain clean;
• in some cases helps to avoid getting water in the ears;
• individual species allow the head to be warm, which is important when swimming in cold water.

There are four types of hats: combination, silicone, textile, latex. But many people believe that it is combination hats for the pool that are ideal. If you compare it with other options, then the features of such a product is that it is made of two materials. The upper part in contact with water is represented by silicone, which almost always eliminates the ingress of water inside, which means that the hair will remain dry.

But there are minor flaws. For instance, the fit is not so tight as to completely exclude the ingress of water from the ears. Swimmers-athletes, this option is not suitable. Besides, her cost is quite high. As for the sizes, there is only a division into children's and adult options. There are models for women with long hair. The occipital part is slightly elongated, which allows you to easily fit the hair collected in a bump.Hats can vary in color, men can use more classic options - gray, black, and women and children can choose shades more vibrant.

There are enough manufacturers on the market who produce sports goods, including swimming accessories. As for the combined caps, we can note some particularly popular options.

• Aqua Sphere offers the Aqua Speed ​​model, which is a product of two components - polyurethane and polyester. Inside, it is soft and comfortable, and the outside is quite airtight to prevent the passage of water. Its cost is 1290 rubles.
• TYR specialists have developed a special elongated model Long Hair Silicone Comfort Swim Cap for owners of long hair. This design allows you to protect your hair well and feel comfortable, the price of a hat is 1190 rubles.
• Speedo guarantees usability with the Ultra Pace Cap. In its production, nylon, lycra and high-quality silicone were used, which eliminates any irritation of the skin and does not allow water to penetrate inside. But such a product costs 1,490 rubles.
• The world-famous Arena brand offers consumers the Light Sensation model, which also has all the advantages of the previous option, but it costs significantly less - 1090 rubles, it contains elastane and polyester.
• Speedo took care of the convenience of young athletes. Bright color, perfect fit, water-resistant coating will provide optimal conditions for training in the pool. You can buy it for 790 rubles.

If you are going to the pool, you should decide how the classes will take place. If you have to dive and often dive under water, it is better to choose a specimen with a more snug fit to prevent the penetration of water into the ears. If you plan to do water aerobics, it’s enough to choose a comfortable option that does not cause irritation.