The LYCRA Company Debuts COOLMAX CloakFX™ Fiber for Functional Performance
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The LYCRA Company Debuts COOLMAX CloakFX™ Fiber for Functional Performance

March 19, 2026
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The LYCRA Company officially introduced its COOLMAX CloakFX™ fiber globally this week. Designed for the activewear and outdoor segments, the technology addresses a long-standing challenge: maintaining moisture-wicking performance without compromising the fabric's "hand-feel" or color depth.

The fiber features a unique structure that enhances the "cloaking" effect, preventing the "grin-through" of internal technical fibers in stretch fabrics. Following a successful pre-packaged debt restructuring that eliminated $1.2 billion in debt, The LYCRA Company is positioning itself as a leader in high-margin, innovation-driven materials. Samples showcased at the Munich fair included blends with recycled polyester, aligning with the industry's broader circularity goals.