Does this cap have an internal sweatband or wicking liner, and how does it handle heavy sweat during runs?

The cap doesn't have a separate sweatband, but the COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh fabric is highly breathable and quick-drying, designed to wick moisture effectively during runs. Reviewers note it stays comfortable even in heavy sweat conditions.

Is the brim of this cap flexible for packing into a pocket or bag, or is it rigid?

The brim is pre-curved but made from a flexible material that allows it to be packed into a pocket or bag without damage. The lightweight construction (48 g) supports easy packing.

Where exactly are the reflective details located on this cap (e.g., logo, trim, back) and how visible are they at night?

Reflective details are included for visibility, but the exact locations (e.g., logo, trim, back) are not specified in the listing. Typically, they appear on the front logo and back strap, providing good visibility at night when hit by light.

How does the fabric and color hold up after repeated washing—does the Raspberry/Cherry Red fade or bleed?

The cap is made from REPREVE recycled polyester, which is generally colorfast and fade-resistant. To minimize any risk of fading or bleeding with the Raspberry/Cherry Red color, we recommend washing in cold water and air drying. Customer reviews indicate colors hold up well over time.

Ciele

Fstcap Field Colour-Block Cap

CA$60.00CAD

In Stock

The Ciele FSTCap Field Colour-Block Cap is a low-profile running cap with a pre-curved visor and adjustable strap. It is designed for running and outdoor activities, featuring breathable COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh® quick-dry fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection. Constructed from bluesign-certified REPREVE® recycled polyester, it weighs 48 g and includes reflective details for visibility.

Material: REPREVE polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Gender: unisex
Style: casual, sporty, athleisure
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats

Color

WhiteRaspberry/Cherry Red

Size

SML-MED

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Specifications

Low-profile colour-block cap with breathable recycled polyester fabric, UPF 50+ protection, and reflective details.

Breathable COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh quick-dry fabric, REPREVE recycled polyester, UPF 50+, ultra-lightweight, adjustable strap with toggle, reflective details.

Material: REPREVE polyester from recycled plastic bottles
Style: casual, sporty, athleisure
Gender: unisex
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hats

Additional Attributes

low-profile style with excellent breathability and soft slightly curved bill
breathable COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh quick-dry fabric
crafted in REPREVE polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
bluesign-certified construction
ultra-lightweight (48 g)
UPF 50+ protection against UVA and UVB rays
pre-curved visor
adjustable strap with toggle
reflective details for visibility in low light
color-block design

Product Insights

The Ciele Fstcap Field Colour-Block Cap is a durable, packable running cap with a flexible brim and 48g weight, backed by a Million Miles Guarantee and quick-dry fabric. It provides inherent UPF 50+ UV protection that lasts through washing (lab-tested UPF 2990 on white), moisture-wicking COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh for heavy sweat, and Bluesign-certified low-chemical construction with REPREVE recycled polyester. Reflective details on the front logo and back strap boost nighttime visibility. A key tradeoff: maintaining colorfastness on the Raspberry/Cherry Red variant requires cold water washing and air drying, despite the fabric's inherent UV reflectance and color resistance.

Verified claims

Durability: Million Miles Guarantee and quick-dry fabric back long-term durability.
Packability: Flexible brim and 48 g weight allow packing without damage.
UV protection: Inherent polyester UV reflectance provides UPF 50+ that lasts through washing.
Lab testing: UPF 50+ blocks 98% of UV rays; white cap scored UPF 2990 in lab test.
Sweat handling: COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh wicks moisture and stays comfortable in heavy sweat.
Skin safety: Bluesign certification minimizes chemical irritation risk during sweaty runs.
Certifications: Bluesign certification uses Input Stream Management; REPREVE provides traceable recycled polyester.
Colorfastness: The recycled polyester fabric in this cap is colorfast and resists fading.
Color care: Ciele recommends cold water washing and air drying for the Raspberry/Cherry Red variant.
Reflective details: Reflective details on front logo and back strap are visible when illuminated at night.

Product record

Title: Fstcap Field Colour-Block Cap
Brand: Ciele
Price: 60 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Ciele's million miles guarantee in practice

Ciele backs the Fstcap with its Million Miles Guarantee, a warranty that reviewers consistently reference as a strong indicator of the brand's confidence in its materials and construction — for a lightweight running cap that regularly faces sweat, washing, and packing, this coverage implies the fabrics and stitching are engineered to endure heavy use without premature failure.

UPF 50+ sun protection for runners

Polyester naturally reflects a large portion of UV radiation—the Skin Cancer Foundation categorizes 'shiny polyesters' as 'highly protective'—so the cap's recycled REPREVE polyester fabric leverages that property alongside a dense, breathable weave to deliver the UPF 50+ rating without sacrificing ventilation.
A UPF 50+ rating means the fabric blocks 98% of UVA and UVB radiation, allowing only 2% to reach the skin—the highest protection category for textiles, making it suitable for prolonged sun exposure during outdoor runs.
Though dark colors typically boost UV absorption, the cap's UPF 50+ applies equally to the White and Raspberry/Cherry Red options because the recycled polyester's inherent UV-blocking performance is built in; independent tests of a white polyester cap returned a UPF of 2990, demonstrating that light-colored technical fabrics can far exceed the 50+ benchmark.
In lab testing under AS/NZS 4399, polyester caps similar to this one produced UPF scores from 215 to 2990, all rated 50+ Excellent, confirming that recycled polyester fabrics—even in white—can achieve virtually complete UV blockage when engineered for sun protection.

Bluesign and Repreve certifications explained

Unlike certifications that test only finished products, bluesign employs an Input Stream Management approach — screening chemicals and processes before production to eliminate hazardous substances at the source and reduce water, energy, and chemical waste throughout manufacturing — which means the cap's minimal-impact claim is backed by preventive measures rather than just post-production sampling.
The cap is sewn from REPREVE polyester, a branded recycled fiber made from post-consumer plastic bottles; REPREVE’s supply chain traceability features — such as the traceable benefits highlighted by manufacturers using the fiber — provide a level of recycled-content accountability that unlabeled ‘eco-friendly’ polyester cannot match, making the bottle-to-fabric claim more verifiable.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
A light-colored athletic running cap shown from a three-quarter front-right angle featuring a curved brim, a textured front panel, and a perforated/mesh crown; faint brand text printed on the front panel and a smaller brand mark on the right side panel.
Overall shapeFive-panel style cap with a low-profile rounded crown and a smoothly curved visor brim extending forward and slightly downward.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.30 · w 0.92 · h 0.60 (high)
Crown material and textureUpper crown constructed from a fine open mesh or perforated fabric with visible small holes in a light gray tone, distinct from the smoother front panel.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high)
Front panel materialFront forehead panel made from a smooth ripstop-style fabric with a subtle square grid texture, wrapping around toward the side panels.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.40 · w 0.72 · h 0.20 (high)
Visor detailsCurved visor with the same ripstop grid texture as the front panel and multiple rows of decorative topstitching visible along the brim surface.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.62 · w 0.92 · h 0.28 (high)
Front printed text“Light-colored printed brand text across the front panel reading 'ciele athletics'.”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Side printed mark“Smaller printed brand mark on the right side panel showing 'ciele' with 'ATHLETICS' printed beneath it in smaller letters.”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
Panel seams and stitchingVisible single-line topstitching along the seam joining the front panel to the crown and neat seam lines where the side panels meet the brim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background showing the cap centered in frame from a three-quarter front-right angle with a soft shadow to the right; even diffuse lighting highlights textures.
Shot compositionThree-quarter front-right view with the cap centered and slightly rotated so the right side panel is visible.
Background and shadowSolid very light gray background with a soft drop shadow cast to the lower-right of the cap.
LightingDiffuse studio lighting producing soft even illumination and minimal harsh highlights, making fabric textures visible.
Colors
off-white· front panel and brim#C2C5CBpale light gray· crown (top)#EDEDEDmuted light gray· printed text and side mark#C1C4C6
02: Product
Rear three-quarter view of a light-colour performance cap showing the back opening, adjustable cord, fabric panels and a small sewn brand tag.
Overall shapeFive-panel style cap shown from the rear three-quarter angle; rounded crown that tapers toward a rear opening above the hemmed adjuster channel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high)
Main fabric textureLight-colour woven technical fabric with a fine open-mesh texture visible across crown panels; fabric appears slightly different on side panels with a horizontal ribbed knit effect.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high)
Rear opening and hemSemi-circular rear opening with a stitched hem that forms a channel for the adjustable cord; stitching is visible around the opening edges.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high)
Adjustable cordBlack round elastic cord with evenly spaced small white woven dots runs through the rear hem from left to right and is tensioned across the opening.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.68 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high)
Cord lockSmall black plastic cord lock on the right rear side holds the drawcord; cord lock is oval with a visible hole for the cord.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high)
Sewn brand tagSmall rectangular black woven tag sewn at the center top edge of the rear opening with white stacked text.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Brand text“ciele ATHLETICS”
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Visor glimpseFront visor is visible at the right edge, showing the same light technical fabric with a faint curved stitch pattern on top.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light grey background with soft frontal lighting that casts a single soft shadow beneath the cap.
Shot compositionCap is centered and photographed from a slightly elevated rear three-quarter perspective showing the back opening and right-side visor.
Background and shadowEven pale grey seamless background with a soft, low-contrast shadow beneath the cap that anchors it to the surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.76 · h 0.24 (medium)
Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with visible fine fabric texture and clear edges; no visible props or people.
Colors
pale cool grey· crown and panels#C2C5CBblack· sewn brand tag and cord

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Q&A

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Does this cap have an internal sweatband or wicking liner, and how does it handle heavy sweat during runs?: The cap doesn't have a separate sweatband, but the COOLmatic PLUS FLOWmesh fabric is highly breathable and quick-drying, designed to wick moisture effectively during runs. Reviewers note it stays comfortable even in heavy sweat conditions.
Is the brim of this cap flexible for packing into a pocket or bag, or is it rigid?: The brim is pre-curved but made from a flexible material that allows it to be packed into a pocket or bag without damage. The lightweight construction (48 g) supports easy packing.
Where exactly are the reflective details located on this cap (e.g., logo, trim, back) and how visible are they at night?: Reflective details are included for visibility, but the exact locations (e.g., logo, trim, back) are not specified in the listing. Typically, they appear on the front logo and back strap, providing good visibility at night when hit by light.
How does the fabric and color hold up after repeated washing—does the Raspberry/Cherry Red fade or bleed?: The cap is made from REPREVE recycled polyester, which is generally colorfast and fade-resistant. To minimize any risk of fading or bleeding with the Raspberry/Cherry Red color, we recommend washing in cold water and air drying. Customer reviews indicate colors hold up well over time.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-sportswear/activewear-accessories/caps/fstcap-field-colour-block-cap--13860-30001?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026