July 10, 2026
Why to Choose Ripstop Fabrics
When designing outdoor gear, choosing the right fabric is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. If lightweight durability is a priority, ripstop fabric is one of the best options available.
Recognizable by its signature grid pattern, ripstop is woven with reinforced yarns that help limit tear propagation if the fabric is punctured or snagged. This provides an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, making ripstop a popular choice for backpacks, bikepacking gear, travel bags, and everyday carry products.
When Should You Choose Ripstop?
Ripstop is ideal when your product needs to be lightweight, durable, and built for repeated outdoor use. It helps reduce the risk of small tears becoming larger failures while maintaining a low overall weight perfect for gear designed to go farther without adding unnecessary bulk.
VX07 Ripstop Black
While some applications may call for a smooth plain weave or heavier face fabric, ripstop remains the preferred choice when performance and weight savings are equally important.
The X-Pac® Difference
With X-Pac® Fabrics, ripstop construction is combined with our proven laminate technology to create fabrics that deliver reliable performance in demanding conditions. Many styles feature our signature X-PLY® reinforcement, waterproof film, and protective backing layers for exceptional dimensional stability, weather resistance, and long-term durability. In addition to the ripstop weave, X-Pac® fabrics incorporate our signature X-PLY® fiber reinforcement, which provides an additional layer of tear resistance. Working alongside the ripstop construction, the X-PLY® helps limit tear propagation and reinforces the fabric under demanding conditions.
Popular X-Pac® ripstop styles include VX07 Ripstop and VX21 Ripstop, giving designers a range of lightweight, high-performance options for technical packs and outdoor equipment.
Built for Performance
Whether you’re creating ultralight hiking packs, rugged travel gear, or technical everyday carry products, ripstop fabric offers the durability, weight savings, and reliability needed for real-world adventures. Paired with X-Pac® laminate technology, it’s engineered to help your products go farther, last longer, and perform when it matters most.
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About Dimension-Polyant
Dimension-Polyant is the world’s largest sailcloth producer with decades of experience in highly technical sailing fabrics. Founded in 1966, Dimension-Polyant has consistently set the standard with their high-quality products and precision workmanship. The company is known for reliable customer care, world-class innovation, and conscious efforts to make products that have as little of an impact on the environment as possible. Its production facilities are located in Putnam, CT USA and Kempen, Germany. As of 2021, the company is climate neutral. https://www.dimension-polyant.com. Dimension-Polyant is owned by Sioen Industries, Belgium (https://sioen.com/en).
About X-Pac®
X-Pac® line durable pack fabrics are designed to perform from sea to summit. Inspired by advanced sailcloth technology, X-Pac® performance laminates are lightweight, durable and 100% waterproof. Due to its durable technical properties and distinctive design aesthetic, X-Pac® fabrics have been adopted by leading outdoor and performance fashion brands globally. X-Pac® is a registered trademark of Dimension-Polyant. www.x-pac.com