Developed for Running Tops, this Double Knit answers the most common brief we receive: low weight with fast moisture transport. The yarn package is 88% polyester filament / 12% spandex, chosen because it provides the workhorse blend for training ranges that wash repeatedly, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that Moisture-Wicking.
88% Polyester 12% Spandex 320 GSM Double Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 88% Polyester 12% Spandex Moisture-Wicking Double Knit |
| Composition | 88% polyester filament / 12% spandex |
| Construction | Double Knit (a stable double-knit construction) |
| Weight | 320 GSM |
| Width | 155 cm |
| Function | Moisture-Wicking — moves sweat from the skin to the outer face so the wearer stays dry |
| Performance target | moisture management class 4 or above |
| Test method | AATCC 195 moisture management |
| Additional value | one-way transport index above 300 |
| Stretch | Four-way, recovery above 92% |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, REACH compliant inputs |
| MOQ | 300 m per colour |
| Lead time | 20–25 days after approval |
Why this construction works
The construction does the work before any chemistry is added. a stable double-knit construction means body and firmness without any need for lining, and that structure is what allows the fabric to moves sweat from the skin to the outer face so the wearer stays dry under the conditions Running Tops actually face.
Double Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Moisture-Wicking: moves sweat from the skin to the outer face so the wearer stays dry, measured by AATCC 195 moisture management.
- Hand and comfort: the workhorse blend for training ranges that wash repeatedly.
- Construction benefit: body and firmness without any need for lining.
- Consistency: GSM and width tolerance are locked per lot and recorded on the inspection sheet.
- Durability: performance is verified after repeated washing, not only as delivered.
Recommended applications
The first choice for Running Tops, where low weight with fast moisture transport is the requirement that decides the fabric. It also converts cleanly into coordinated pieces in the same programme, since the hand and the shade run together.
Moisture-Wicking fabric prepared for Running Tops production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Available in piece dyed, yarn dyed or sublimation ready form. Functional finishes such as moisture management, antibacterial, anti-pilling and UV absorption can be applied individually or combined, and each is verified against its test method before bulk release.
Care instructions
- Machine wash at 30 degrees with mild detergent, no fabric softener.
- Dry away from direct heat and do not tumble dry hot.
- Cool iron on the reverse if needed, and avoid bleach.
Ordering, sampling and quality control
Trial quantity starts at 300 metres per colour with laboratory dips in five working days. Bulk lead time is 20-25 days after approval, and every lot ships with a test report, a shade check and an inspection record.
Roll inspection and packing before shipment
Frequently asked questions
Is the performance tested on every lot? Yes. The named test method is repeated on bulk fabric, not only on the approval sample, and the report carries the lot number so results can be traced back.
Can the weight and width be changed? Yes. Most programmes run between 140 and 340 GSM, and width can be set between 150 and 180 cm to match your marker. Changing weight changes cover and stretch, so we re-test before confirming.
