Is this cap rated for UV protection?

Matthew Beck

Too small just as others reported

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs small

Size Bought

One-size

Height

5` 9.5"

Weight

142 lbs

I also use Medium size helmets (with plenty of spare room for balaclava plus hat in the winter) - this one is very small for me almost immediately resulting in a headache. I like Castelli race fit tight jerseys and bibs, but in headgear too tight is a problem. If you have a small head, it looks to be decent quality. Otherwise Castelli Bandana is not bad.

Michael Estrin

Great warm WX head gear!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

One Size

Height

6` 4"

Weight

208 lbs

Nice and stretchy, fit on my medium sized melon perfectly. I saw some complaints that it's too small, but it's really stretchy. Better ventilated than the cycling caps I have. It does a great job of keeping the sweat out of the eyes when riding both indoors and out, although after it's completely soaked indoors it's not much help, but I've yet to find anything other than a mop that helps with that issue. Definitely my go to head wear during the warmer months!

B-Man 518

Its too small

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs small

I don't know who can wear this. I have a M size helmet, and no hair. And it barely fit. It would not be comfortable for any period of time.

Suzie G.

perfect for me

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 10"

Weight

155 lbs

Always love Castelli product. This skull cap is super thin/lightweight and is amazing at wicking away sweat. I have tried Assos, Pearl Izumi, Lululemon and others but this (for me) has been the best. Fits snug but is very stretchy so no problems staying put on my medium sized noggin. Others complained that it was too small which is strange to me seeing how stretchy it is- if you have a lot of hair I could see it being a problem. Keeps the sun off my head, sweat out of my eyes, and does a great job at cooling me off. Flat lock seams and thin material make it so I don't feel it under my helmet. Being so thin, and not apparently absorbent- I am not sure how it does such a great job of wicking away the sweat but it does better than any other skull cap I've used. Great product.

Roger D J.

Too small for comfort

Fit:

Runs small

Size Bought

Large

Height

5` 9"

Weight

185 lbs

I like this skull cap for being lightweight and it does a good job with perspiration. I don't like the fit since it fits small and gives me a headache often.

Leonard Bobbitt

Very small

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs small

For one size fits all this fits VERY small.

Kianoush B.

Ok but

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Height

6` 2"

Weight

250 lbs

It is a one size unisex. It fit over my head but after a while it would just shrink back to its original size, and in shrinking, it would slip off my head. In short, it would not stay put. It seems to have worked for others but it did not for me and my quite bald head. Thank you

jor114394865

Have a hard time making it stay put

I was hoping this will stop sweat from reaching my eyes. It has helped, but not as expected.

Kelly

stylish and effective

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 7"

effectively mops up sweat , but more importantly blocks my head from the UV rays.

Kirk B.

Essential item if you are bald

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 11"

Weight

148 lbs

This is a very lightweight skull cap that looks good and fits well. I started to wear this under my helmet to avoid the turtle shell pattern that develops on my bald head on sunny days. One added benefit: no more sweat dripping down the inside of my sunglasses.

brad J.

Favorite for Warm Rides

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

The Castelli Summer Skullcap does exactly what it should under a helmet for riders (like me) with short or thin hair. It keeps sweat out of they eyes and off the glasses lenses, and keeps the sun off the scalp. The cap is nice and thin and all the stitching is flat-lock, so there is never any extra pressure or discomfort. It cools really well, to the point that it can feel chilly in temperatures under 65 or 70 degrees Fahrenheit. I have a couple of these!

Mike Nelson

Great fit and feel

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 10"

Weight

185 lbs

I have a big head, and this thing fit just fine. It is nice to have one that is black because it doesn't show like a white one does through my helmet vents. I suppose in the summer it might retain heat from the sun, so I'll go back to my white ones exclusively for those months. I've owned previous versions of this brand and they've lasted through countless washings. Solid value and performance.

Byron D.

No complaints

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Good skull cap for summer. Very light weight. It does a decent job of keeping sweat out of your eyes when cycling.

Greg Celentano

Excellent cap

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 9"

Weight

165 lbs

Great fit and quality. Best cap I own.

Willie S.

better than headsweats

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

one size

Height

5` 9"

Weight

150 lbs

I have worn headsweats for years. This is a lot better material and quality. It does fit a little snug, I have a medium size head. I wear this to shelter head and thinning hair from the sun.

Thomas J.

Love - Hate

Fit:

Runs small

I love most ALL Castelli cycling wear, and own tons of it, from Alpha, Sorpasso tights down to several short sleeve jerseys and bib shorts, gloves, even toe thingys. But this Summer Skull Cap has way too much Lycra in it. It took both hands (wishing I had a third) just to stretch it out over my head. Once on it just wanted to pop off. Might work if you have a small head, mine's large (58 cm circumference) so this went back. Going to buy another Headsweats Eventure Skullcap in white to complement the one in red I already own.

Robert D.