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What are the common stitching methods used in premium activewear?

Update Time:2026/1/14
In premium activewear, selecting the right stitching method is critical to performance, durability, and customer satisfaction. Common methods include flatlock, overlock (serging), coverstitch, and reinforced topstitching. Each has different strengths: flatlock reduces bulk and chafing, overlock secures raw edges, coverstitch provides stretch recovery, and reinforced topstitching adds durability in high-stress areas.

At the manufacturer level, the key evaluation is consistency under tension. Check seam elasticity on the smallest and largest sizes, ensuring stitches do not break, pucker, or distort under repeated wear. Uneven stitch density, skipped stitches, or thread tension errors are frequent causes of large-scale rejects. Also, verify that thread type, needle size, and stitch length match both the fabric weight and intended activity.

Before approving bulk orders, inspect full-size pre-production samples, evaluating seam alignment, stretch recovery, and edge integrity. Avoid assuming a method works universally; what passes on a swatch can fail on a full garment. Proper testing prevents costly rework and ensures garments perform as intended for end consumers.
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