Wicking is the ability of a fabric to move moisture away from the skin to the outer layer of fabric where it can evaporate easily. The wicking and fast drying rate are 2 features that contribute to the comfort of the wearer. As the chart shows, knits made with Thermaltech Cooling Yarns dry faster and have better wicking properties than traditional fabrics used for sportswear and workwear. The faster the water is transported the better its wicking properties