Identifying fabrics

[Bulldawg]

Do any of you have any tips on identifying some specialty fabrics? Specifically, I need some foam and fabric for shoulder straps for a pack. I feel like tweave durastretch is an option, but I think there is some other stuff more breathable.

 

[nodakian]

Do any of you have any tips on identifying some specialty fabrics? Specifically, I need some foam and fabric for shoulder straps for a pack. I feel like tweave durastretch is an option, but I think there is some other stuff more breathable.

For shoulder straps and belts, half inch Landau aka Volara foam works well. 2 pound XPE is ok for lighter duty use but breaks down sooner than Landau/Volara. I get it by the sheet from Foam Factory.

Durastretch is good but spendy. I use a heavy nylon/ spandex from Joann's, but they are going out of business. Luckily my mother in-law likes to shop so she got a big batch for me. It has been very durable.

 

[WoodBow]

Xpe foam has worked great for me. Spandura is great for the interior lining of hip belts and shoulder straps. For the exterior, cordura is what I have always used.

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