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Mesh similar Nathan vest packs?
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Mar 13, 2012 at 9:53 pm #1287099
Does anyone know what mesh is used in Nathan packs and where to possibly to source it?
Mar 14, 2012 at 4:40 am #1853504Great question Huzefa, I've wondered the same thing.
When you find out, post that info here.
Mar 14, 2012 at 5:46 am #1853515I do not know where Nathan's sources their mesh from but here is a link to what seems to be a very similar product.
http://www.rockywoods.com/Fabrics-Kits/Mesh-Fabrics/Mil-Spec-Heavyweight-Mesh-Fabric
It is 9.5 ounces per square yard.
Seattle fabrics also has its 8600 polyester dive mesh.
http://www.seattlefabrics.com/mesh.html#Dive%20Mesh
The website doesn't specify the fabric weight.
I'm also looking for a durable and easy to work with mesh fabric.
Update:
I contacted Quest Outfitters and I will soon be receiving a sample swatch of their #1204 POLYMESH- soft finish fabric. This mesh fabric has holes that are approx 1/8" x 1/8" in a somewhat diamond shaped. This fabric's weight is 7.5 oz per square yard.
I will post a picture of this fabric as soon as I get the swatch in the mail.
Party on,
Newton
Apr 3, 2012 at 6:00 pm #1863284Here is the long awaited picture of the # 1204 Quest Outfitter's Polymesh – Soft.
It stretches / gives about 20% horizontally and very little vertically.
Its fabric weight is 7.5 oz per sq yd. It is 100% polyester. The diamond shaped holes are approximately 1/8".
What I like about it is that it doesn't seem to have the predisposition to raveling like other mesh I have used.
It feels lighter to the touch than Leno Mesh but is .9 oz lighter than the Leno Mesh. ;-?
FWIW this post was long awaited because I'm slow and I got distracted by other projects. ;-)
Party On,
Newton
Apr 3, 2012 at 6:41 pm #1863305Thanks for the update. I will order some swatches soon.
Apr 3, 2012 at 6:52 pm #1863310Have you given any thought to contacting Nathan's and asking them directly about their mesh fabric?
Party On,
Newton
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