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Hyrox Intel — Tagged "Fabric Science"

Why Do Ventilation Holes Get Laser-Cut Instead of Sewn?

Ventilation holes get laser-cut instead of sewn because a laser melts and seals the fabric edge as it cuts, creating ... more

What Makes a Fabric Sweat-Wicking, Really?

A fabric is sweat-wicking when its fibres and knit pull moisture off the skin and spread it across a wide surface so ... more

The Trade-Off Between Ultra-Light Kit and Durability

The trade-off between ultra-light kit and durability is real but manageable: thinner, lighter fabric has less materia... more

Why Do Some Tops Cling When Wet and Others Don't?

Some tops cling when wet because absorbent fabrics like cotton soak water into the fibres, making the material heavy,... more

How Fabric Weight Affects Performance in a 90-Minute Race

Fabric weight affects a 90-minute HYROX mainly through how much sweat it holds and how much dead load it adds, not th... more

Why Reinforced Shoulders Matter for Sled and Rack Work

Reinforced shoulders matter for sled and rack work because both movements load fabric hard across the top of the shou... more