Companion forum thread to: Market Report: State-of-the-Art Fabrics for Hiking Backpacks and Backcountry Shelters
Ultra-light backpack and shelter fabrics: Explore materials, performance, and construction. Nylon, polyester, UHMWPE, coatings & more.
Caveat – the information here is valid for any fabric used in a structural context, not just shelters and backpacks. Example: backpacking chairs.

