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A multi-layer weft knit fabric for absorbing moisture and wicking it from a first fabric layer to a second layer is described, as well as a method for making the fabric. The multi-layer fabric includes a first hydrophobic layer and a second hydrophilic layer, with the layers being secured together b

A multi-layer weft knit fabric for absorbing moisture and wicking it from a first fabric layer to a second layer is described, as well as a method for making the fabric. The multi-layer fabric includes a first hydrophobic layer and a second hydrophilic layer, with the layers being secured together by a series of courses forming spacer yarns which maintain the fabric layers in a spaced relationship relative to each other. The spacer yarns are adapted to wick moisture from the hydrophobic layer to the hydrophilic layer. The spacer yarns are preferably knit-in or laid-in to the respective knit fabric layers, and a plastic water-resistant layer can be secured proximate the hydrophilic fabric layer. A method of integrally knitting the multi-layer fabric on a circular knitting machine is also described.

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[ That which is claimed is:] [1.] A method of making a weft knit, wicking fabric on a dual bed knitting machine comprising the steps of:knitting a first discrete fabric layer from a hydrophobic yarn on a first needle bed of the weft knitting machine,knitting a second discrete fabric layer from a hyd

[ That which is claimed is:] [1.] A method of making a weft knit, wicking fabric on a dual bed knitting machine comprising the steps of:knitting a first discrete fabric layer from a hydrophobic yarn on a first needle bed of the weft knitting machine,knitting a second discrete fabric layer from a hydrophilic yarn on a second needle bed of the weft knitting machine, andknitting a series of courses reciprocating between the first and second needle beds to form a plurality of spacer yarns the spacer yarns securing the first and second fabric layers together in a spaced relationship separated from each other, said series of courses being knit from a moisture transporting yarn for wicking moisture from the first fabric layer to the second fabric layer.