This Rib Knit is built for brands whose Running Tops programme needs low weight with fast moisture transport without a complicated supply chain. Knitted from 90% polyester filament / 10% spandex, it offers stable dimensions and easy care at a competitive price, and the construction is engineered so that Thermal Brushed.
90% Polyester 10% Spandex 260 GSM Rib Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 90% Polyester 10% Spandex Thermal Brushed Rib Knit |
| Composition | 90% polyester filament / 10% spandex |
| Construction | Rib Knit (a rib knit) |
| Weight | 260 GSM |
| Width | 170 cm |
| Function | Thermal Brushed — traps warm air while staying light enough for active use |
| Performance target | thermal resistance above 0.08 m2K/W |
| Test method | ISO 11092 thermal resistance |
| Additional value | warmth-to-weight ratio better than a standard fleece |
| 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
Performance comes from three decisions: the yarn, the stitch and the finishing route. 90% polyester filament / 10% spandex supplies the base behaviour, a rib knit sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
Rib Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Thermal Brushed: traps warm air while staying light enough for active use, measured by ISO 11092 thermal resistance.
- Hand and comfort: stable dimensions and easy care at a competitive price.
- Construction benefit: high extension across the width with clean recovery, ideal for cuffs and bands.
- 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
Specified mainly for Running Tops, and suited to any programme where low weight with fast moisture transport is written into the brief. Designers use the same base for matching styles, which keeps colour continuity simple across a collection.
Thermal Brushed fabric prepared for Running Tops production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Dyeing runs on a controlled recipe with consolidated dye lots to hold shade continuity. Finishing options include wicking, antibacterial, soft touch and anti-pilling, applied after lab trials so the hand approved in sampling is the hand delivered in bulk.
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
Sampling is fast: A4 hand feel cards, laboratory dips and a 5 metre trial roll within a week. Bulk runs in 20-25 days, with inline inspection and a final random inspection before packing.
Roll inspection and packing before shipment
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
