Understanding Wicking Fabrics (4/4)

In the final act of this for part series, we present to you, "druuumm rolllll please.... TURBODRY!"

Read Part (1) (2) (3) for a more context or just dive in.

The TurboDry? Difference

As discussed, “wicking” as advertised throughout the performance apparel market, describes the function of spreading moisture across the surface of the material. It does not describe the transport of moisture through the fabric. Moreover, upon testing many of the fabrics advertised as “wicking” for One-Way Moisture Transport Capability, which quantifies the amount of moisture transport from? the inside to the outside of the fabric, it appears that the overwhelming majority lack the ability to accelerate moisture transport away from the skin to the outside surface of the fabric.?

It is this rapid? moisture transport, from the inside surface to the outside surface of the fabric, that is the TurboDry? difference. We call this the “z-direction” of movement (see image). Most fabrics spread moisture in the X and Y direction. TurboDry transports moisture in? the Z direction first, moving moisture away from the skin, then it performs like traditional fabrics, wicking moisture on the outside surface in the X and Y direction. It is achieved through patent pending yarn selection, fabric construction, and finishing techniques that do not rely on chemicals for function.

Learn more about the technology and take a glimpse into a new dimension in drying technology.