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Beanies and Caps

Trail car parks in winter are a sea of Fox, TLD, and Fasthouse beanies. MTB caps and beanies are the easiest way to rep your brand — worn under helmets for warmth, in the uplift queue, or out and about. Brands like Fox Racing, Troy Lee Designs, Dakine, and Santa Cruz produce headwear that's a cut above generic alternatives, with proper fit, quality materials, and designs that actually look good.

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Buying Guide

MTB Headwear Buying Guide

Beanies

A good MTB beanie fits snug enough to work under a helmet without bunching. Fox Racing and Troy Lee Designs make cuffed and uncuffed versions in acrylic and acrylic-wool blends. For riding, thinner beanies that sit flat under a lid are better — thick knit beanies push helmets up and affect fit. Merino options from Mons Royale wick sweat on cold climbs. For standing around, thicker beanies from Fasthouse and Loose Riders keep you warm without riding compromises.

Caps and Trucker Hats

Trucker caps are the default MTB headwear — mesh back for breathability, structured front for the brand logo. Fox, TLD, Santa Cruz, Yeti, and Commencal all produce them. Snapback vs flexfit is personal preference. Some riders wear caps under helmets for sun protection and sweat management — for this, unstructured soft-bill caps work better than stiff truckers. Dakine and Race Face make cycling-specific caps with shorter brims designed for helmet compatibility.

What to Check Used

Caps and beanies are straightforward used buys. Check snapback closures still click (they wear out), embroidered logos hold up better than screen-printed ones, and beanies haven't felted from hot washing. Trucker cap mesh can stretch and lose shape over time — check it springs back when squeezed.

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