Speedo Reversible Latex Swim Cap

by Speedo

Product Features

• Reversible solid-color latex swim cap
• Edge design resists rolling; anti-slip ribbing on inside
• Protects hair from pool chemicals, UV sun rays
• Tear-resistant

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Keep them guessing at the pool with this reversible Speedo latex swim cap. It reverses to solid colors with the Speedo logo on both sides. It features a tear-resistant construction and comfortable anti-roll edge. It not only protects your hair from harmful pool chemicals, but also from UV sun rays.

About Speedo
In 1914, Speedo was founded in Australia by Alexander MacRae, a 22-year-old Scottish immigrant who arrived in the country in 1910. The company began when MacRae Hosiery manufacturers, established by Alexander in 1914, extended the manufacture of underwear to swimwear and became MacRae Knitting Mills. A naming competition was held by the staff in 1928 and won by a Captain Parsonson, who coined the slogan, "Speed on in your Speedos." In 1929, the first swimsuits were in production and it didn’t take long for Speedo to successfully establish itself. World War II caused the brand turn over 90% of it’s manufacturing to war production, providing the armed services with vital equipment such as mosquito nets. After the war, Speedo opened a new factory and was able to re-establish itself, due to increased demand for swimsuits. In 1951, Speedo Knitting Mills (Holdings) Ltd, was incorporated and became a publicly traded company on the Sydney Stock exchange.

Speedo hit the international stage in earnest, at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, and a few years later the brand grew on a more global scale. Export sales to the USA began and an international division was set up to monitor trade in New Zealand, Japan and South Africa. The expansion of the brand continued, and in 1976, Speedo was appointed as the official swimwear for the 1976 Montreal Olympics, where 52 out of 54 countries wore their swimsuits.

Speedo continues to make its mark in the pool and on the beach today. Many world class athletes who wear Speedo include U.S. phenomenon Michael Phelps, legendary Australian swimmer Grant Hackett, world record holder Kosuke Kitajima from Japan, and Holland’s Inge de Bruijn.

What's in the Box?
Speedo Reversible Latex Swim Cap

Product Description

This is like having two caps in one. It reverses to solid color with the Speedo logo on both sides. Latex cap provides optimum UV protection and resists tearing. It also features a comfortable anti-roll edge design.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 9 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00074UT28
• Item model number: 7510011
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Like putting a thick balloon on your head, March 10, 2007

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Heather Macclelland "Regular swimmer" (San Francisco) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Speedo Reversible Latex Swim Cap (Sports)

I have a small head and this was way too tight for me. It pulled my hair and left me with a headache. Plus it has a strong chemical smell that didn't go away after wearing in the pool. I tried it 3 times, thinking it might get better, but gave up and threw away. Spend a little more and get the fabric or silcon style instead.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not great, May 20, 2008

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K. A. Hoga (Oak Park, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Speedo Reversible Latex Swim Cap (Sports)

I'm used to wearing swim caps when I swim, and I've never had a hard time finding one that fits, but this one is not good if you have long hair. It squeezes the heck out of my head, and by the time I'm done with my workout I have a killer headache. I have stopped wearing it. Time to find another one. It would be great if you have short hair, or no hair!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So much fun!, October 21, 2006

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Eileen King - See all my reviews

This review is from: Speedo Reversible Latex Swim Cap (Sports)

As a competitive swimmer who goes through caps very quickly, this is more than I'd usually spend on a cap. However, I bought the pink/purple cap and I love it! It's nice and stretchy and still very sturdy, and I like how I can change the color. The only thing I could complain about is that the pink side faded some the first time I used it.

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