What Is Nike Dri-Fit?
No matter what sport you play, it’s likely there is a Nike Dri-Fit made for you. From socks to short- and long-sleeved shirts, shorts and jackets, Nike Dri-Fit apparel helps keep you comfortable while you are breaking a sweat.
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How It Works
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Nike Dri-Fit goes above and beyond a typical moisture-wicking material. Instead of simply wicking sweat and other moisture away, Nike Dri-Fit moves moisture to a fabric layer away from the skin where it can evaporate. This leaves the skin protected, comfortable and cool.
Materials
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According to Nike, the material is made from 62 percent cotton (5 percent of which is organic), 34 percent polyester and 4 percent spandex.
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The Difference
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Nike Dri-Fit utilizes moisture-wicking technology not used by other manufacturers. While most other exercise apparel offers breathable fabrics, Nike Dri-Fit helps move moisture away from an athlete's skin.
Washing Instructions
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For best results, do not use liquid detergent. Instead, wash Nike Dri-Fit apparel in cold water using powdered laundry detergent. It is also essential to air dry Nike Dri-Fit apparel, as an electric dryer can neutralize the effectiveness of the material. In addition, avoid ironing, dry cleaning and bleaching.
Nike Dri-Fit Competitors
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Adidas offers a similar product called ClimaCool, which is made from 100 percent polyester and allows air to flow continuously through it. Likewise, Reebok makes a 100 percent polyester product called Reebok PlayDry that also offers excellent ventilation, thus reducing skin irritation. Finally, Under Armour offers a line of apparel that keeps an athlete's skin dry and cool and helps disperse odors.
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