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Technical Fabrics for Backpacks, Shelters, and Storage Systems: A Comparative Guide
A technical comparison of modern fabrics used in backpacks, shelters, and storage systems, including DCF, Ultra, X-Pac, ECOPAK, silnylon, silpoly, and ALUULA. The tables compare weight, tear strength, abrasion resistance, waterproofness, dimensional stability, construction, and key tradeoffs using current manufacturer data.
Standards Watch: Mike Cecot-Scherer on Tent Design
Rex Sanders interviews long-time gear designer Mike Cecot-Scherer about tent design. This is part two of a three-part series.
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New Gear with Aluula FabricsLighter, stronger, more abrasion-resistant, and highly water-resistant - explore ultralight backpacking gear made with ALUULA Graflyte fabrics. Engineered for exceptional strength, durability, and lightweight performance, ALUULA Graflyte helps reduce pack weight without sacrificing reliability, making it ideal for demanding backcountry adventures.
