Cycling cap (or other headgear) for Winter

[Ashness]

I need something to keep rain out of my eyes. On a recent ride on awarm day, but tipping down, rain coming between my helmet and the peak (there are gaps) was really stinging my eyes, to the extent that I had to ride with one eye shut some of the time. I've now got a thin cycle cap which seems to sort the problem - but can wearing such a thin thing under my helmet really make the helmet slip around?

 

[Fab Foodie]

A buff is easy to use... Just a tube, and the way I normally wear it, twist it in the middle and then fold one half back over the other half.... And if the twisting was beyond you you would just end up with a hole at the top.

I have lots, and keep them in a coat pocket to wear if my head is cold. Easy to wash, quick to dry, soaks up some rain.

I've often ridden in the Buff ....

 

[User32269]

I still persevere with my Wermacht tank commanders cap.

You were supposed to hand it back after they demobbed you.

 

[macp]

Here we go again mega waterproof though Seriously though I either use an Endura thermolite skull cap or an ear cover

 

[Darren Gregory]

Merino winter cap such as http://www.sigmasport.co.uk/item/Madison/Isoler-Merino-Winter-Cycling-Cap/BLXI plus a waterproof helmet cover.

I used this cap last year alongside the DHB Merino buff. It kept me warm enough used under my helmet. I bought it as it has a peak and the rear sides drop down to cover the ears. It was well used last winter and the peak is showing signs of damage, should get me through at least another winter.

 

[Mrs M]

This is my wee collection.
I cannot go out on the bike when the temperature is under double figures without them as my ears really suffer
I have buffs but prefer the skull caps as they pull right down over my ears and don't "bunch up".
I also have an Under Armour one but it's really warm for the coldest weather.

 

[NorthernDave]

Halfords look to be clearing Dare2B beanies at a fiver, although the website suggests you've got pot luck if there are any left at a store near you:

http://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/caps-hats/dare-2b-beanie-ii

I got one at the weekend. Definitely thicker than a skullcap, but thinner than any other beanies I've got.

 

[Drago]

 

[mjr]

I've now got a thin cycle cap which seems to sort the problem - but can wearing such a thin thing under my helmet really make the helmet slip around?

Cap manufacturers say no, helmet manufacturers say yes, and I didn't find any independent study. I'd expect the pads designed to keep it in place on hair and skin don't work so well through a sheet of cotton, but I expected helmets would get stronger over time, not weaker, and I was wrong about that too!

 

[Elybazza61]

Got one of these(got mine in a spring sale);

http://www.sportive.com/omloop-wint...oop-winter-cycling-cap-from-this-is-cambridge

Hand made and very cosy indeed but unfortunately not on sale at the moment;they have their summer stuff on sale now so may be getting some autumn/winter kit in soon.

 

[shouldbeinbed]

Another buff user here, I don't bother twisting I just pull it up over my scalp and ears like a balaclava.

 

[welsh dragon]

I like the look of the skull.caps.and beanies. I may get one or three.

 

[BalkanExpress]

I have an older version of this

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/craft-active-extreme-windstopper-skull-hat/

Very thin, so no worries fitting it under the helmet while the windstopper keeps the breeze out and so it is toasty in the winter.

 

[macp]

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Stop taking the pith !

I know I tried but couldnt resist

 

[Globalti]

A buff is warm in winter and cool in summer because it acts as an evaporator for sweat.

It keeps the inside of the helmet smelling fresh.

It keeps insects off your scalp.

You can wash it out in the shower after a ride.

You can pull it down over your ears in cold weather.