The Complete Guide to Activewear Fabrics: What to Buy

Understanding activewear fabrics helps you make smarter purchases.

Key Fibres

Nylon: Soft, strong, moisture-wicking. Premium choice.

Polyester: Durable, affordable, quick-drying but retains odour.

Spandex/Elastane: The stretchy fibre. 15-25% is optimal.

Cotton: Absorbs sweat, dries slowly. Not for training.

Look for 15%+ spandex, moisture-wicking, four-way stretch, 240+ GSM for opacity.

GPS FitWear uses premium nylon-spandex across all products.

Shop at gpsfitwear.com.au.