HYROX Intel
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Hyrox Intel — Tagged "Fabric Science"
How Fused Seams Beat Stitched Seams Under Abrasion
Fused seams beat stitched seams under abrasion because they bond the fabric into a flat, continuous join with no expo... more
Why Elastane Percentage Changes How Kit Moves With You
Elastane percentage changes how kit moves with you because elastane is the stretch-and-recovery fibre, so more of it ... more
The Science of Breathability: How Fabric Moves Heat Off Skin
Breathability is a fabric's ability to move heat and water vapour off the skin, and it works through two routes, air ... more
What Does Moisture Do to Fabric During Repeated High-Output Work?
During repeated high-output work moisture adds weight, changes how a fabric drapes and, in an absorbent material, mak... more
Why a Fitted Chest and Relaxed Stomach Cut Performs Better
A fitted chest and relaxed stomach cut performs better because the top stays close where it needs to move with you, a... more
How Heat-Sealed Construction Removes Fabric Failure Points
Heat-sealed construction removes fabric failure points by bonding pieces together with heat and pressure instead of a... more