Sports headwear

Abstract

The invention relates to sports headwear comprising three layers (11, 12, 13): a breathable, permeable inner layer (11), an outer layer (13) and an absorbent intermediate layer (12). Preferably, the absorbent layer (12) is sponge, the inner layer (11) has a grammage less than 400 g / m2, and the outer layer (13) has a grammage less than 400 g / m2.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Sports headwear

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as expressed in the title of this specification, relates to a sports garment for the head, especially suitable for activities or conditions of temperature and humidity that increase sweating.

[0005] It is applicable in the sports industry and the manufacturing of sports accessories.

[0006] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The existence of headbands, caps, and other headwear for sun protection and sweat absorption is known in the state of the art. These garments are generally made of cotton or polyester, often with artificial fibers, so their sweat retention capacity is limited since these fabrics are manufactured for perspiration, not absorption. However, in the case of elite athletes or in complex weather conditions, these garments can be overwhelmed. The athlete then needs to stop the game or sports activity and dry their face and other parts of their body with a towel or other item due to the lack of absorption of these items. This type of situation is especially evident in tennis matches, spinning, CrossFit, and more.

[0008] One problem with these garments is that if the user wrings or squeezes them, the amount of liquid they release is very small compared to the total amount. This means that they cannot return to their original state unless dried by other means. Therefore, the athlete must change the garment if they want to continue enjoying its benefits.

[0009] The applicant is not aware of any cap or headband incorporating the elements of the invention.

[0010] EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] The sports garment proposed by the invention is configured as the ideal solution to the aforementioned objective, with the characterizing details that make it possible and distinguish it being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0012] The new feature is the introduction of an absorbent layer, especially a sponge layer, inside the cap or headband, which absorbs and accumulates sweat.

[0013] Thanks to the introduction of this absorbent layer, sweat is absorbed and retained, allowing athletes to continue their workouts, significantly reducing the amount of sweat spread across their face and limbs.

[0014] This allows, among other advantages, the product to be reused during physical activity, as the absorbent layer can be squeezed to remove the liquid. When it has reached its maximum absorption capacity, it can be wrung out to eliminate most of the liquid. After wringing, the product is ready to absorb sweat again. This allows athletes to only need one garment, reducing the weight they need to carry in their sports bag and reducing the ecological footprint of cleaning and manufacturing the garments.

[0015] To achieve the aforementioned benefits, sports headgear consists of three layers: a breathable inner layer, an outer layer, and an intermediate absorbent layer, ideally made of sponge or foam. This solution absorbs a large amount of liquid, is light, and soft, so it doesn't affect the athlete's comfort. The outer layer, for the wearer's comfort, is also desirable to be breathable.

[0016] The inner layer, advantageously, is of a grammage less than 400 g / m 2 , and preferably less than 200 g / m 2 and even more preferably less than 150 g / m 2, so that it doesn't retain liquid, but rather allows it to pass through to the absorbent layer and out. This way, the layer in contact with the user is relatively dry. This layer is made up of small holes that facilitate the perspiration towards the middle layer, facilitating its absorption and, later, its evacuation when the article is wrung out. The outer layer can also be of a similar weight, i.e., less than 400 g / m 2 , and preferably less than 200 g / m 2 and even more preferably less than 150 g / m 2 , so that perspiration is optimal.

[0017] The garment can be a headband, but more commonly, it's any type of hat. For example, it could be a cap. We can incorporate the three layers into all the fabric pieces that make up the hat and come into contact with the athlete, for example a cap (except the visor), to greatly facilitate sweat absorption from the entire head area of ​​the athlete.

[0018] In practice, the absorbent layer will occupy the maximum possible circumference of the user's head. It may also occupy only a percentage, generally at least 80% of the headband or the athlete's head circumference. In the case of the headband, the garment has a marking on the front to help with proper placement.

[0019] The remainder of this specification will describe other ways of carrying out the invention, achieving the advantages outlined and providing even relevant improvements.

[0020] DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] To complement the description being made and in order to help better understand the characteristics of the invention, a set of drawings is attached to this specification, as an integral part thereof, in which the following has been represented for illustrative and non-limiting purposes:

[0022] Figure number 1.- Shows a perspective view of a ribbon / scarf according to an embodiment, with a partial cut to appreciate the interior.

[0023] Figure 2.- Shows a perspective view of a cap according to the invention, with a partial cut to show the interior of the triangular patterns that form the body of the cap.

[0024] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0025] In view of the figures described, and in accordance with the numbering adopted, a non-limiting embodiment of the invention can be observed, which includes what is described in detail below.

[0026] The different figures show two examples of how the garment is made. Figure 1 shows a headband (1) with at least three layers (11, 12, 13). It has a breathable, permeable inner layer (11) which is in contact with the user during use, especially on the forehead. It has an intermediate absorbent layer (12) and a breathable outer layer (13). In this way, the inner layer (11) and the outer layer (13) embrace and retain the absorbent layer (12).

[0027] The outer layer (13) may have different finishes, for example having sewn, drawn or marked logos in any suitable way. The inner layer (11) is preferably made of a soft material, such as polyester. The inner layer (11) preferably has a reduced grammage of less than 400 g / m 2 , and preferably less than 200 g / m 2 and even more preferably less than 150 g / m2 so as not to soak up sweat, but to allow it to pass through to the absorbent layer (12). An example of a suitable grammage is 120 g / m2 2 . Both can be made of the same material, forming a tube in which the absorbent layer is arranged. The inner layer (11) ideally has small holes that aid perspiration, to facilitate the absorption of sweat by the intermediate layer (12) and then the evacuation of the same sweat when wringing out said article. The outer layer (13) can also be made of the same material.

[0028] The most preferred absorbent layer (12) is a sponge, for example, made of polyurethane or cellulose.

[0029] The garment can be a ribbon (1) only, or a hat that incorporates the ribbon and more pieces (1,14).

[0030] The garment may be a cap (2) (figure 2) comprising triangular patterns (14) that in turn comprise the three layers (11, 12, 13).

[0031] The absorbent layer (12) will preferably be placed around the entire circumference of the athlete's head, in the case of a headband and a cap with a visor. If the garment is a cap or other hat, it may have the absorbent intermediate layer (12) covering the entire area of ​​the head.

[0032] In another embodiment, the absorbent layer (12) will be arranged only on a part of the athlete's cranial circumference, generally at least 80% of the headband or the athlete's cranial perimeter. In this embodiment, the garment preferably has a frontal mark that helps to properly position the garment. If the garment is a hat, this mark will be simple (the visor (2) ...); if it is only a band (1), it may be the manufacturer's logo. In use, the athlete wears the garment properly oriented on his or her head and the absorbent layer (12) absorbs the sweat through the inner layer (11). If the athlete notices that it has absorbed too much, he or she can wring the garment out, so that the sweat falls to the ground and the absorbent layer (12) is ready to capture the sweat again. In this way, the athlete's face will be mostly dry, so that he or she will be able to perform his or her physical activity much more comfortably.

[0033] The recommended materials are washable, so they can be used many times.

Claims

CLAIMS 1 Sports garment, for the head, characterized in that it comprises three layers (11, 12, 13): a breathable and permeable inner layer (11), an outer layer (13), an absorbent intermediate layer (12). 2- Sports garment, according to claim 1, characterized in that the absorbent layer (12) is made of sponge. 3- Sports garment, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inner layer (11) has a weight of less than 400 g / m 2 . 4- Sports garment, according to claim 1, characterized in that the outer layer (13) has a weight of less than 400 g / m 2 . 5- Sportswear, according to claim 1, characterized in that it is a hat. 6- Sportswear, according to claim 5, characterized in that it is a visor cap. 7-Sportswear, according to claim 5, characterized in that it is a cap. 8- Sports garment, according to claim 7, characterized in that it is a cap comprising triangular patterns (14), each with the three layers (11,12,13). 9-Sportswear, according to claim 1, characterized in that it is a hair band. 10- Sports garment, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the absorbent layer (12) will be arranged only in a part of the athlete's cranial circumference and because the garment comprises a mark to help properly position the garment. 11 - Sportswear, according to claim 1, characterized in that it is a handkerchief.

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