Performance Fabrics Performance Fabrics - DiBi Sport
Performance Fabrics Performance Fabrics - DiBi Sport
Performance Fabrics Performance Fabrics - DiBi Sport
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<strong>Performance</strong> <strong>Performance</strong> <strong>Performance</strong> <strong>Performance</strong> <strong>Fabrics</strong> <strong>Fabrics</strong> <strong>Fabrics</strong> <strong>Fabrics</strong><br />
Over the last 30 years we have worked with rowing clubs located in many different countries, who faced<br />
many different weather conditions during racing and training. For this reason <strong>DiBi</strong> is always looking for<br />
new performance fabrics to improve and optimise the rowing conditions of our customers. In addition to<br />
the prevalent fabrics currently being used for technical rowing clothing, we also offer a range of<br />
performance fabrics which are not used by any of our competitors; many of which have been developed<br />
by the leading Italian manufacturers of performance fabrics.<br />
SUPPLEX ® -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2<br />
MERYL ® ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3<br />
DUAL FIT STRONG-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4<br />
COOLMAX ® ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5<br />
THERMOLITE ® -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6<br />
WINDTEX ® -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7<br />
Microfiber with RESPIRA membrane ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8<br />
SYMPATEX ® Membrane ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9<br />
LYCRA ® --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10<br />
Micropile -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10<br />
Nylon 210 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10<br />
MeraKlon ® ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11<br />
Terinda ® --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11<br />
CORDURA ® ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12<br />
X-static ® --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12<br />
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SUPPLEX ®<br />
SUPPLEX ® lycra is a dry fit technical fabric with superior stretch, durability<br />
and wicking properties. It is a combination of SUPPLEX ® nylon (89%) and<br />
LYCRA ® spandex (11%) engineered by scientists at DuPont ® (INVISTA ® ).<br />
This blend unites a cottony-soft feel with the gentle support, superb fit and<br />
great freedom of movement that only Lycra ® can provide. This exceptional<br />
flexibility will allow you maximum freedom of movement while rowing.<br />
SUPPLEX ® is made using fine multiple filaments, which make this fabric flexible, lightweight, and 26% to<br />
36% softer than standard nylon fabrics. SUPPLEX ® is as strong and durable as it is soft, resisting<br />
abrasions, punctures and tears thanks to its modern nylon fiber technology. SUPPLEX ® doesn’t wrinkle,<br />
shrink or fade through vigorous exercise, sun exposure and repeated washings and dryings. As a result<br />
of this, kit made of SUPPLEX ® holds its shape and vibrant colour staying looking new for longer.<br />
SUPPLEX ® is also breathable and has high water, wind and odour resistant properties. When<br />
SUPPLEX ® gets wet, it dries in a flash: drying faster than cotton by 56 minutes. All these qualities make<br />
SUPPLEX ® one of the ultimate performance fabrics, an ideal rowing partner that will keep you dry and<br />
comfortable, ensuring that you are always performing at your best while training and racing.<br />
SUPPLEX ® is:<br />
o Fully breathable<br />
o Able to hold its shape<br />
o Faster drying than cotton<br />
o High wicking<br />
o Durable<br />
Applications:<br />
Supplex ® can be used for all-in-ones, technical tops, shorts, leggings and singlets.<br />
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MERYL ®<br />
MERYL ® is a performance polyamide fabric produced by Nylstar. It has a natural look and feel and it is<br />
ideal for light garments in direct contact with the skin. MERYL ® controls the skin's moisture, eliminating<br />
the unpleasant feeling of perspiration on the body. The fabric's particular compactness increases<br />
protection from UVA and UVB rays, making it the ideal partner for long training sessions under the sun.<br />
The qualities of this fabric ensure exceptional wearability while leaving the muscles free to move.<br />
MERYL ® is also easy to care for and has a good abrasion resistance (Low pilling).<br />
MERYL ® is:<br />
o Lightweight<br />
o Able to hold its shape<br />
o Faster drying than cotton<br />
o High wicking<br />
o Fully breathable<br />
o Protects against UVA and UVB rays<br />
o Durable<br />
Tests carried out on tubular interlock knitted fabrics, weighing 300g/m2, processed on the<br />
same machine, under the same conditions, as at the laboratories of INSTITUT TEXTILE DE<br />
FRANCE.<br />
Applications:<br />
Meryl ® can be used for all-in-ones, technical tops, shorts, leggings and singlets.<br />
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DUAL FIT STRONG<br />
A new generation jersey performing fabric produced by M.I.T.I., one of the leading Italian producers of<br />
performance fabrics.<br />
DUAL FIT STRONG offers higher elasticity and durability. Its particular weaving reduces the contact<br />
points between the worn garment and the skin. This generates a micro-circulation of air, thus avoiding<br />
the unpleasant feeling of sticky fabric on humid skin; resulting in well-being and comfort. Furthermore,<br />
the DUAL weaving technology combined with the Interpower fabric treatment pull the sweat away from<br />
the skin thus leaving the skin dry. The greater comfort and the well-being sensation provided by DUAL<br />
FIT STRONG also result in improved performance and in a reduced sensation of fatigue.<br />
DUAL FIT STRONG is:<br />
o Durable<br />
o Elastic<br />
o Comfortable even when wet<br />
o High Wicking<br />
Applications:<br />
DUAL FIT STRONG can be used for all-in-ones, technical tops, shorts, leggings and singlets.<br />
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COOLMAX ®<br />
COOLMAX ® is the fastest drying high-tech fabric; it pulls sweat away from the<br />
skin leaving the body dry, comfortable and ready to perform. It has been<br />
developed by scientists at DuPont ® (INVISTA ® ) in 1986 as the first fabric to have<br />
a moisture management system. COOLMAX ® does not use chemically treated<br />
fabrics to create its moisture management system; it delivers performance and<br />
comfort through the use of proprietary four channel polyester fibers that are<br />
weaved together in cross sections to allow air to flow through the fabric. This<br />
means that the performance is in inbuilt into the fabric and does not fade with<br />
time.<br />
The comfort of COOLMAX ® is enhanced by the use of LYCRA ® elastane.<br />
Besides maintaining the body’s core temperature, COOLMAX ® is fast drying and<br />
resists fading, shrinking and wrinkling. COOLMAX ® ensures that the rower’s body stays cool and<br />
comfortable while training and racing; enabling him to perform under any weather conditions.<br />
COOLMAX ® is:<br />
o Fully breathable<br />
o Fast drying<br />
o High wicking<br />
o Comfortable and elastic<br />
o Durable<br />
o Lightweight<br />
o Temperature regulating<br />
Applications:<br />
COOLMAX ® can be used for technical tops and socks<br />
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THERMOLITE ®<br />
THERMOLITE ® is a performance fabric developed by INVISTA ® ’s scientists.<br />
It provides warmth without bulk, thus drastically reducing the number of layers needed to keep the body<br />
warm during cold-weather training. THERMOLITE ® consists of seven-hole fibers that hold more air and<br />
provide superior warmth and insulation even if the fibers are wet. THERMOLITE ® is exceptionally<br />
durable and is able to resist the strains of intense training and repeated washing. THERMOLITE ® is<br />
warmer than other fabrics at equal weight and has superior moisture vapor transport properties.<br />
THERMOLITE ® is:<br />
o Softer and warmer than other winter fabrics<br />
o Ligthweight<br />
o Machine washable and dryable<br />
o Nonallergenic<br />
o Durable<br />
Applications:<br />
THERMOLITE ® can be used for leggings, technical tops, splash tops and gilets<br />
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WINDTEX ®<br />
WINDTEX ® is a lightweight and elastic heat regulating membrane developed and produced in Italy by<br />
Vagotex. Although it repels wind and water, through its excellent breathing capacity it maintains the<br />
microclimate between the skin and the fabric. WINDTEX ® is 100% waterproof thanks to the heat sealing<br />
of the seams using Thermotape. WINDTEX ® fabrics, despite being exceptionally light, are very resistant<br />
and they maintain their elasticity and high quality even after repeated washing. WINDTEX ® 's light weight<br />
and elasticity make it an excellent rowing companion providing great freedom of movement.<br />
WINDTEX ® is:<br />
o Fully water- and wind-proof<br />
o Lightweight<br />
o Breathable<br />
o Elastic<br />
Applications:<br />
WINDTEX ® can be used for splash top, gilets, tech tops and pogies<br />
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Microfiber with RESPIRA membrane<br />
A microfiber fabric coupled with the patented RESPIRA membrane resulting in an elastic, lightweight,<br />
fully waterproof and low maintenance fabric.<br />
The microfiber is available in two finishes: sueded (manopesca) or glossy (ghiaccio). The microfiber<br />
fabric is naturally water repellent due to its construction process and it is made fully waterproof by the<br />
RESPIRA membrane.<br />
RESPIRA was developed by the R&D department of Resinaturaveneta, one of the leading Italian<br />
manufacturers of waterproof, breathable membranes. The membrane has been widely used in technical<br />
clothing, for cycling, skiing, and biking and it has now been applied to technical rowing garments by Di-<br />
Bi. The water- and wind-proof RESPIRA membrane is a 3 rd generation breathable fabric that thanks to<br />
its patented composition wicks moisture away from the skin, allowing it to evaporate. This creates a<br />
comfortable micro-climate between the skin and the garment, which is always dry and in-line with the<br />
body temperature. RESPIRA is a real climatic system for the body’s well-being. In addition to this,<br />
RESPIRA is the only breathable fabric that stretches up to 6 times its normal size and as a result of this<br />
easily adapts to the body’s movements during the stroke.<br />
RESPIRA ® is:<br />
o Durable<br />
o Lightweight<br />
o Breathable<br />
o Elastic<br />
o 100% Water-proof<br />
Applications:<br />
Microfiber coupled with RESPIRA membrane can be used for splash tops and gilets<br />
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SYMPATEX ® Membrane<br />
The SYMPATEX ® membrane is the world's lightest and most flexible waterproof membrane. It's 100%<br />
waterproof and 100% windproof, yet extremely breathable. It is also completely recyclable and probably<br />
the most environmentally friendly waterproof membrane on the market. Unlike other waterproof<br />
membranes, SYMPATEX ® is a nonporous material providing high moisture transmission which allows<br />
the body to breathe whilst still remaining dry. The SYMPATEX ® membrane is usually coupled with<br />
WINDTEX ® , CORDURA ® or NYLON 210 although it can theoretically be coupled with any fabric.<br />
SYMPATEX ® is:<br />
o Highly flexible<br />
o 100% Water-proof<br />
o Breathable<br />
o Lightweight<br />
o Fully recyclable<br />
Applications:<br />
The SYMPATEX ® membrane is usually present in splash tops and gilets<br />
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LYCRA ®<br />
LYCRA ® , developed by DuPont, is made of elastane fiber. Lycra knitting is very flexible; LYCRA ® can<br />
stretch up to 500% and then springing back to its original shape! It is light, durable and feels pleasant<br />
against the skin. DuPont Lycra keeps its colour, shape and size. It feels like “heavy silk” and adds<br />
support to working muscles during activity.<br />
Applications:<br />
LYCRA ® can be used for all-in-ones, shorts and leggings. Mixed with cotton it can be used for all-inones,<br />
shorts, leggings and singlets.<br />
Micropile<br />
A long lasting fleece which copes extremely well with the strains of training and maintains its<br />
appearance without pilling or deforming; providing light, quick drying warmth throughout the winter<br />
training.<br />
Applications:<br />
Micropile can be used for splash tops and gilets.<br />
Nylon 210<br />
A durable, blade-laminated 210 Denier nylon which keeps out water thanks to a polyurethane inner<br />
coating.<br />
Applications:<br />
NYLON 210 can be used for splash tops and gilets.<br />
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MeraKlon ®<br />
MeraKlon ® is a modified polypropylene fiber which appeared in the synthetic fiber market in 1960 to<br />
overcome some of the drawbacks associated with pure polypropylene fibers. Its key characteristics are:<br />
good wickability and comfort, bulk without weight, quick drying, good mechanical and color fastness<br />
properties and non-allergenic and antibacterial characteristics. In addition to these, MeraKlon ® remains<br />
odour-free even if soaked in sweat and protects the skin from bacterial growth.<br />
Applications:<br />
A MeraKlon ® insert can be placed at the back of all-in-ones, shorts and leggings for increased comfort,<br />
and to protect from bacterial growth.<br />
Terinda ®<br />
Terinda ® is an extremely soft and light fabric that does not pill or shrink. It keeps its appearance even<br />
when washed repeatedly. It has good wind-resistance and it is very comfortable against the skin.<br />
Terinda ® is abrasion-resistant, looks great and is easy to care for. The comfort, style and hardwearing<br />
characteristics of Terinda ® , make it the ideal choice for sports and activewear.<br />
Fine Dacron ® yarns are the secret of Terinda ® , its unique soft touch yarn filaments are over thirty times<br />
finer than a human hair. Because of the softness of the yarn, this fabric drapes beautifully and retains its<br />
properties, even after repeated washing.<br />
Applications:<br />
Terinda is used for tracksuits and tracksuit bottoms. A similar fabric called Full can also be used for the<br />
same garments.<br />
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CORDURA ®<br />
CORDURA ® is the “Tough Stuff”, it is a high-performance, super-durable fabric designed and developed<br />
by INVISTA ® for heavy-duty performance apparel. CORDURA ® resists tears and abrasions like no other<br />
fabric of its kind. Although extremely strong and durable, CORDURA ® is a lightweight and comfortable<br />
fabric. Products made with CORDURA ® are made to last and are also easy to care for.<br />
Applications:<br />
CORDURA ® can be used for heavy-duty jackets.<br />
X-static ®<br />
The X-static ® fiber has a layer of pure silver (99.9%) permanently bonded to the surface of a textile fiber.<br />
The high-tech production process ensures that the fiber retains traditional textile and tactile<br />
characteristics. X-static ® is a 100% natural fiber with anti-microbial and anti-odour characteristics thanks<br />
to the known medical and therapeutic benefits of silver. Due to its heat conductive and heat reflective<br />
qualities, X-static ® is also able to keep you cool in the summer and warm during the cold winter training<br />
sessions.<br />
Applications:<br />
X-static ® is usually used for socks.<br />
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