 Backpack Construction
Materials Directory
The use of high performance man-made fibres is revolutionising the world
of outdoor adventure. With the help of these astonishing innovations in
fabric technology and current design techniques, modern backpacks are more
comfortable and dependable than could have been imagined even a decade ago.
White Mountain™ currently utilise three main fabrics in manufacturing their
travel and hike packs. We include on this website an independent report
on the Weight, Tensile strength, Tear Strength, Water Resistance and Colour
Fastness on each of these materials.
A definition of terms, including Denier, Tear Strength Test D1424, Tensile
Strength Test D5034, Polyurethane, Warp and Weft.
Fabric Weight, comprehensive material tests on Tensile Strength, Tear
Strength, Hydrostatic Results and Colour Fastness to Light in Graph Format.
Comprehensive information on materials, zips and stitching.
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