ripstop
adjective
rip·stop
ˈrip-ˌstäp 
: of, relating to, or being a fabric woven with a double thread at regular intervals so that small tears do not spread
ripstop nylon
ripstop
noun
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The 20-Denier stretch ripstop outer fabric was tough enough to withstand 30-mph gusts and a season’s worth of abuse from pack straps, a climbing rack, and shouldered skis—all of which our tester employed during missions around the Front Range.
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Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024
The tent body is made of 40-denier ripstop nylon for durability at the base and on the floor, with 20-denier nylon mesh (both fabrics are Bluesign approved).
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 9 Oct. 2024
The collection is broken down into two categories: All Season and Ultralight, both of which are made from a double ripstop fabric that is water-repellent and windproof in either 100 percent polyester or 70 percent polycarbonate.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 22 Oct. 2024
The collab features all-weather performance apparel made from a recycled technical jersey that’s lightweight and water-repellent, while outerwear is crafted from ripstop fabric and features reflective accents.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Oct. 2024
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Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024
The tent body is made of 40-denier ripstop nylon for durability at the base and on the floor, with 20-denier nylon mesh (both fabrics are Bluesign approved).
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 9 Oct. 2024
The collection is broken down into two categories: All Season and Ultralight, both of which are made from a double ripstop fabric that is water-repellent and windproof in either 100 percent polyester or 70 percent polycarbonate.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 22 Oct. 2024
The collab features all-weather performance apparel made from a recycled technical jersey that’s lightweight and water-repellent, while outerwear is crafted from ripstop fabric and features reflective accents.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Oct. 2024
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“Ripstop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ripstop. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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