Fabric Care and Technical Information for Workout Clothes

Fabric Information - Care and Technical

Care for your Fitness Wear:

Just like our bodies, our clothing endures plenty of wear and tear from our workouts and training sessions. Take care of the your fabric just as your would yourself and you'll find your clothing will last for years to come. We know it's easy to just throw things in the wash, so we have created these basic guidelines to make sure your workout wear goes the extra mile.

• Wash in Cold with similar garments and colors. Detergents labeled "free" or "clear" won't have softeners, perfumes or additives that may leave harmful residue on your clothing, which eventually break down the fabric's technical attributes.
• Use the "Gentle" cycle. Do not use any fabric softeners (liquids or sheets). These clog up the fabrics and prevent them from performing.
• Heat, as a rule of thumb, breaks down Lycra over time and may decrease other performance features. For best results, air dry, preferably indoors away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
• Keep away/separate from abrasives such as velcro, zippers, and other like products as these can harm the fabrics of your fitness wear.

Fabrics / Technical Information:

Ever wonder what makes our Women's Fitness & Athletic Clothing so great? It's a combination of our fits and fabrics. Now days, companies have many of choices when it comes to the types of fabric they use for their garments. At IMPACT, we believe that a high quality product can only be made from the highest quality fabrics. This is why we have chosen only high-end moisture management fabrics that are strong, soft, breathable, and easy to care for.

TACTEL^®

TACTEL^® is a dynamic specialty fiber with a delightful feel and sensational appearance. It is the signature fabric used in the IMPACT line. It has irresistible touch, comfort, freshness, and ease of care. Here are some great characteristics of your TACTEL^® product:

• TACTEL^® is 3 times as tough as other fabrics that are based on natural fibers. It has amazing shape retention, color retention, and will stand up to numerous washings.
• TACTEL^® dries 8 times faster than cotton.
• According to flexural rigidity testing, TACTEL^® is at least twice as soft as most other fibers.
• Breathability is one of the most vital properties in a fabric when it comes to comfort. TACTEL^® is at the top of its class in all areas of breathability and moisture management.
• TACTEL^® is versatile – it can be worn to the gym, it can be worn all day long as lifestyle wear, and it can be dressed up to wear out at night.

LYCRA^®

LYCRA^® is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. Just about any high-end athletic apparel you will buy has some component of LYCRA^® in it. LYCRA^®is the fiber that gives your garment the ability to stretch. It is generally paired with another fiber, such as TACTEL^® or SUPPLEX^®, to produce a fully-functional moisture management fabric. It is stronger and more durable than rubber and has revolutionized many areas of the clothing industry.

Check out some of the benefits of wearing clothing that has LYCRA^®:

• No static or pilling
• Very Comfortable
• Abrasion Resistant
• Lightweight
• Soft, Smooth, and Supple
• Resistant to Body Oils and Perspiration
• The ability to be stretched repetitively and still recover original size

MICROFIBERS / MICRO-POLYS / MICRO-FLEECE

MICROFIBERS are more popular today than ever! The performance in MICROFIBERS has made them a great choice for workout clothing because of their ability to wick moisture away from the body. MICROFIBERS are very quick to dry and hold their shape and color well.

One of our newest fabric additions, Impact Micro-Fleece Lined Apparel, has the same amazing performance as our other Micro-Poly fabrics but with an added layer of inner warmth. Soft, non-pilling, and so comfortable -- you will want to try out this new fabric right away. Now available on select long pants and jackets.

"BRUSHED" Fabrics

Fabrics such as TACTEL^® and POLYESTER can be produced with a "Brushed" hand to them. This means that the fibers have been brushed or napped to product a flannel like hand. It is also sometimes called "sueded" or "peached." You will find the same great moisture management properties in all of our Brushed fabrics. The bonus is that they will feel ultra-soft and comfortable against your body!