{"title":"Running Caps \u0026 UPF Sun Hats for Indian Trails","description":"\u003cp\u003eTheRec’s running caps and sun hats are made for Indian outdoor conditions — intense UV on Himalayan treks, heat and humidity on a Sahyadri summer trail, and the long exposed climbs of a Nilgiri ultra. Every cap in this collection is UPF 50+ rated, made from recycled nylon, and built for people who run, hike, and move outdoors in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFive cap builds for different use cases: the Flo (≈33g, ultralight race-day), Camp Classic (structured 5-panel everyday), Seven (7-panel contoured fit), Mesh Rider (maximum breathability for Indian heat), and the Earth (flat-brim trucker). Plus the Solace wide-brim sun hat with removable neck flap for maximum sun coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\"\u003eCompare all caps\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-choose-a-running-cap-for-indian-summer-conditions\"\u003eHow to choose a running cap for Indian summer\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/upf-50-for-indian-trekkers-why-sun-protection-matters-more-at-altitude\"\u003eUPF 50+ for Indian trekkers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/300-ka-gel-free-ka-wrapper-the-plastic-problem-on-sahyadri-trails\"\u003eThe plastic problem on Indian trails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-camp-classic","title":"The Camp Classic - Sun Safe, All Day","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Camp Classic: A 5-Panel Trail Running Cap with UPF 50+ Sun Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Camp Classic is a 5-panel running cap from TheRecreations, made of 100% recycled nylon with UPF 50+ sun protection, a water-repellent finish, and an adjustable rear strap. 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