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4DG TM The world’s fastest-wicking fiber. 4DG ™ Fiber

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The world’s fastest-wicking fiber

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4DG™ Fiber

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Is 4DG™ fiber really that much better?

Test 1: Moisture extraction

Test socks: “liner” socks(construction is important)

Identical construction

4DG™ vs. CoolMax®

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commercial “wicking” fiber

4DG™ fiber 7X

“Liner” Sock Moisture Extraction

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In socks…

Moisture is wickedout of the shoe

where it can evaporate.

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Why are dry socks important?

Dry socks are cooler in the heat.

Dry socks are warmer in the cold.

Dry socks are more comfortable.

Dry socks reduce rubbing friction, preventing abrasion and reducing injury.

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Is 4DG™ fiber really that much better?

Test 2: Vertical wicking

Test socks: Sock mfr.’s athletic socks

Simulation of wicking out of a saturated shoe

4DG™ vs. sock mfr.- supplied fiber

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Sock Wicking Height

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The world’s fastest-wicking fiber