Caps for Larger Heads

Fractel's hats for big heads start at 60cm circumference, cut for a fit that doesn't pinch on long runs.

More room where it counts

Every cap in this range starts at 60cm. Same moisture-wicking fabric and UPF sun protection as our standard sizes, just with more room through the crown. Adjustable straps keep it locked in without digging in on longer runs.

Not just caps, sizing across the range

Hats for big heads aren't limited to one style. Our Legionnaire runs an L/XL at 62cm, the Adventure Hat matches it at 62cm, and our bucket hats go up to L/XL at 60cm too. Pick the style first. The size is covered.

Why fit matters more than most people think

A cap that's genuinely too small rides up and loosens through a run instead of sitting still. Starting the whole range at 60cm means the strap or cinch cord is doing minor adjustment, not compensating for a base size that was never right.

Part of our wider running caps range, or browse the full headwear collection for other styles.

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Caps for Smaller Heads

Running Caps

M-Series Running Caps

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T-VOID Trucker Hat

£35.00

Fractel T-STEELBERRY Trucker Hat, angled view

A beige and tan trucker cap with a curved brim, featuring a colorful embroidered 'Sunrise Eagles' patch on the front left panel, set against a plain white background.

Fractel T-WATERMELON Trucker Hat, angled view

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M 58cm XL 62cm

T-STEELBERRY Trucker Hat

£35.00

M 58cm XL 62cm

T-SIERPINKSKI Trucker Hat

£35.00

M 58cm XL 62cm

T-WATERMELON Trucker Hat

£35.00

FAQs

How do I know if I need hats for big heads rather than a standard running cap?

Wrap a tape measure (or a piece of string you then measure) around your head just above your eyebrows and ears, keeping it snug but not tight. If that comes in above roughly 58-60cm, hats for big heads will sit better than a standard running cap.

What are the signs I need hats for big heads instead of a standard cap?

A cap that's genuinely too small leaves a red mark or ache across your forehead after a run, and can feel perched rather than seated. If you're adjusting the back strap to its limit and it's still tight, it's time to size up.

Do larger-fit caps still have an adjustable closure?

Yes, a larger-fit cap isn't just a fixed bigger size, it has more room through the crown and circumference, then the same adjustable rear strap so you can still fine-tune the fit. That's the whole point of hats for big heads done properly.

Will a cap for big heads look oversized on me?

No, a larger-fit cap is proportioned for a bigger head, not just stretched. The crown depth and panel shaping scale with the size, so it sits the same way a standard cap sits on a standard head.

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