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Activewear fabric: moisture management and stretch recovery

In functional knits, performance does not come from one finish. Fibre, construction and finishing work together — and the test method has to be agreed at the same time as the target.

Activewear fabric: moisture management and stretch recovery

Fibre and construction are decided together

Recycled polyester with elastane is a common base for moisture transfer and recovery. The same blend behaves differently in a different loop structure, so construction and finishing are one decision, not two.

Stretch and recovery are measured separately

How far the fabric extends matters less than whether it returns. Bagging at knees and elbows almost always traces back to recovery, not extension. Report both values independently.

Dimensional stability follows the wash programme

Without a defined wash temperature, drying method and cycle count, shrinkage results cannot be compared. Build the test plan around the intended care label.

From the catalogue

10 recorded Performance knits qualities in the catalogue, 130–178 g/m².

%92 recycled polyester %8 elastane

Frequently asked questions

What weights do functional knits run at?

Our catalogue lists functional knits at 130–178 g/m².

Can recycled content be documented?

Recycled-content claims need chain-of-custody evidence; scope is assessed per order.

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