--- title: Power Stretch™ Pro date: 2018-11-13T10:33:00-08:00 author: Admin Istrator canonical_url: "https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-stretch-pro" section: Interior Pages --- [Skip to Main Content](#main-content-wrapper) Accessibility Feedback Ask Us About Power Stretch™ Pro # Power Stretch™ Pro. ## Beyond The Toughest Moves. [ Features & Benefits. ](#fdp-features) [ Fabric Film. ](#fdp-film) [ Information. ](#fdp-information) [ FAQs. ](#faq) [ Products. ](#fdp-products) [ Stories. ](#fdp-stories) Jump to Section. Premium reinforced stretch and recovery knit technology, made for elite performance. ![Power Stretch™ Pro fabric detail]() ## Power Stretch™ Pro Key Features & Benefits. ![]()### Dual surface. ![]()### Resists abrasion. ![]()### Four-way stretch. ![]()### Shape retention. ![]()### Highly breathable. ![]()### Superior wicking. ![Power Stretch™ Pro fabric detail]() ![Power Stretch™ Pro]() # Power Stretch™ Pro. ## Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro is a tough and agile 4-way stretch, shape retaining fabric. Power Stretch™ Pro's dual surface is engineered for resilience and comfortable warmth with a low friction, abrasion resistant nylon stretch face. It is a highly breathable and moisture wicking base layer. - A premium performance fabric experience. - Tough and durable for the most demanding activities. - Go beyond with unrestricted stretch and recovery. - Responsive and adaptable, for the toughest moves. - Removes moisture to keep you in the moment, without distractions. - Made to layer comfortably with other fabrics. ![Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro is a tough and agile 4-way stretch, shape retaining fabric. Power Stretch™ Pro's dual surface is engineered for resilience and comfortable warmth with a low friction, abrasion resistant nylon stretch face. It is a highly breathable and moisture wicking base layer.]() ### What is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? ### What is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro is a premium 4-way stretch fabric designed for elite performance. It offers unmatched durability, abrasion resistance, and moisture management, making it an ideal base layer for demanding activities and extreme conditions. ### How is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro different from other performance fabrics? ### How is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro different from other performance fabrics? Unlike standard base layers, Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro features an abrasion-resistant nylon face, ensuring exceptional durability while maintaining breathability, stretch, and shape retention. ### How is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro different from other performance fabrics? ### How is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro different from other performance fabrics? Unlike standard base layers, Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro features an abrasion-resistant nylon face, ensuring exceptional durability while maintaining breathability, stretch, and shape retention. ### What does 4-way stretch mean in Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? ### What does 4-way stretch mean in Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro stretches in all directions, providing unrestricted movement while maintaining excellent shape retention, so it won't sag or lose elasticity over time. ### What makes Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro so durable? ### What makes Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro so durable? The dual-surface construction of Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro combines a tough, abrasion-resistant exterior with a soft, moisture-wicking inner layer, delivering long-lasting resilience for intense activities. ### How does Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro handle moisture? ### How does Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro handle moisture? Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro is a highly breathable knit that wicks sweat away from the skin and rapidly transfers it to the outer surface, allowing fast evaporation and keeping you dry and focused. ### Is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro suitable for layering? ### Is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro suitable for layering? Yes! Its low-friction surface allows Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™ to layer comfortably under outerwear, adding warmth and protection without bulk. ### What activities is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro best suited for? ### What activities is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro best suited for? Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro is engineered for high-intensity activities, including climbing, skiing, mountaineering, and tactical training, where durability and flexibility are essential. ### How breathable is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? ### How breathable is Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro remains highly breathable despite its tough exterior, allowing continuous airflow to prevent overheating during rigorous and high-performance activities. ### How should I care for garments made with Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? ### How should I care for garments made with Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro? For optimal performance, wash Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro in cold water with mild detergent, avoid fabric softeners, and follow the care instructions on the garment label. ### How can I purchase Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro fabric? ### How can I purchase Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro fabric? Are you thinking about using Polartec® Power Stretch™ Pro for your designs or collections? Please fill out the form below. Our team will contact you with more details and assist with your request. Looking for inspiration for your designs? Check out Products and our Made To Partner stories. ## Go Beyond, Today. From industry insider access, to community updates, be the first to know what we’re doing next. [ Made With Power Stretch™ Pro. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Stretch%E2%84%A2%20Pro) [ ![Women's Power Houdi]() Houdini. ### Women's Power Houdi. Made with **Power Stretch™ Pro.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/houdini-sportswear-ab-womens-power-houdi) [ ![Men's Power Houdi]() Houdini. ### Men's Power Houdi. Made with **Power Stretch™ Pro.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/houdini-sportswear-ab-mens-power-houdi) [ ![Women's Kyanite Hoody]() ARC'TERYX. ### Women's Kyanite Hoody. Made with **Power Stretch™ Pro.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/arcteryx-womens-kyanite-hoody) [ ![Men's Kyanite Hoody]() ARC'TERYX. ### Men's Kyanite Hoody. Made with **Power Stretch™ Pro.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/arcteryx-mens-kyanite-hoody) [View All Power Stretch™ Pro. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Stretch%E2%84%A2%20Pro) ![Delta™]()## Delta™. Beyond Feeling Cool. Patented evaporative cooling fabric technology, made for hot conditions. [Explore Delta™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/delta) ![Power Dry™]()## Power Dry™. Beyond Moisture Control. Next to skin perspiration management, made for performance activities. [Explore Power Dry™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-dry) ![Power Grid™]()## Power Grid™. Beyond Ready. Lightweight fabric, made for movement. [Explore Power Grid™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-grid) ![Power Stretch™]()## Power Stretch™. Beyond The Moves. Dynamic stretch and recovery knit technology, made for performance. [Explore Power Stretch™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-stretch) ![Power Wool™]()## Power Wool™. Beyond Natural Performance. Versatile bi-component wool knit, made for comfort. [Explore Power Wool™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-wool) ## Power Stretch™ Pro Stories. 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