£54.95
The TRL fit is Ciele's answer to runners who want more room up top – a higher crown that sits away from the head, letting air move freely rather than trapping heat against your skull on a long climb. It's a small thing that makes a noticeable difference when you're an hour deep into a trail run in July. The MRPH construction brings together TUFFtek canvas and FLEXweave recycled polyester in a single woven fabric – the TUFFtek side delivering the structured, durable look that holds its shape over rough terrain, the FLEXweave adding enough give to stay comfortable through the full range of movement. COOLmatic PLUS MIKRAmesh handles the hard work of keeping things cool and fresh when you're working hard, wicking moisture away and managing odour across the kind of back-to-back efforts trail runners actually put kit through. The SOFTcurved brim gives consistent coverage without getting in the way, and ripstop construction means it's not going to fall apart the first time a branch catches it. Reflective detailing covers the inevitable low-light miles.
Everybody run. That's the rallying cry behind Ciele Athletics – but don't be fooled into thinking this gear is just for race-day regulars. Whether you're chasing a PB, catching a train, or wandering the city on a sun-soaked afternoon, Ciele's kit is built for movement, made to last, and designed to go wherever the day takes you. Founded in Montreal by Jeremy Bresnen and Mike Giles – two veterans of the outdoor industry – Ciele started with a single idea: that headwear could be better. Way better. As keen runners, they were sick of saggy cotton caps and lazily-designed headwear. So they built something smarter – gear that looked good, performed brilliantly, and could stand up to serious use.
Since 2014, Ciele has gone from cult favourite to everyday staple. Their signature caps have become a fixture on trails, tracks, pavements and platforms – trusted by marathon elites, weekend wanderers, roamers, commuters and creatives alike. They've since expanded into a full range of technical wear, but headwear remains their beating heart.
And it's not just good kit. Every single cap is made using recycled materials. They're a long-time certified B Corp too, meaning they're building a business that balances profit with purpose – committed to people and the planet as much as performance.