Ripstop on the Record

Send us Fan Mail By day, Sara is a Geological Engineer. After hours Sara is an EXTREMELY skilled DIYer. As a lover of learning and exploring, Sara was a perfect fit for our 2021 Adventure Sponsorship program. She capitalized on the opportunity by hiking the Superior Coastal Trail with her matching OutdoorINK sleep system and tent.  Outline: About Sara Adventure Details Making experience  Quilt Des...

Send us Fan Mail Challenge Sailcloth is a historic brand in the sailing industry. Recently (2020) they have entered the outdoor fabric market. Coming in with some very bold test claims, we wanted to get to the bottom of what Challenge Sailcloth was offering and how they got fabrics like these.  The managing Director at Challenge Sailcloth is Hale Walcoff. He is a deeply experienced textile enginee...

Send us Fan Mail Adventure Sponsor, Jonathan Davis did one of the gnarliest hikes in the country. All with a homemade pack. It's infamously referred to as more of a route and less of at trail. Jonathan needed the very best products to last the 800 miles of bushwhacking, scrambling, and backcountry exposure. In this episode we'll talk about the trials of designing, making, and testing, as...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we cover 32 questions that were submitted by users based on their troubles, curiosity, and experiences. Our all-knowing and all-hilarious Products Team (A.K.A. Carter and Isaac) put their brains together to inform, inspire, and entertain... you the makers. Beers: Blue Blaze Brewery Pink Blazer Hefeweizen Black Blaze Milk Stout Sobo Orangrine Hazy Ipa Draft Top Mat...

Send us Fan Mail ⚠️ Warning: This video has language that may not be suitable for all viewers. Excess fun will be experienced through this video. ⚠️ Topic:  Bags for bike commuting and seam sealing.  Isaac, Carter, and Jameson are friends. We drink together, ride together, and obviously sew together. And that’s why we wanted to branch off from our original podcast, Ripstop on the Record.  ROTR: Af...

Send us Fan Mail  ⚠️  This episode has some language that may not be suitable for all makers.   ⚠️ This episode was sponsored by Thompson Island Brewing Company   In 2021, we released 56 new products! Not only did we crush our record from the past, but we also brought some incredible new items to our DIY community. But out of the 56, what were the best and why? Topics of the episode     - Most inf...

Send us Fan Mail Lea is a German-born glaciologist who now lives in Sweden. We chose Lea as an adventure sponsor because of her plans to traverse the Swiss Alps. If you have ever wanted to make your own gear, Lea's MYOG story is sure to inspire. From multiple tent attempts to taking apart a backpack (a few times), Lea was on a mission to create epic backpacking gear. Follow Lea on Instagram M...

Send us Fan Mail Brandon McIntyre is the founder of Superior Wilderness Designs. A Michigan-based pack company that believes some packs are too linear in their design. SWD has redefined what a pack can do, including proving that through extreme testing. Beer: Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA Non-Alcoholic Bell's Two Hearted Ale Guest Links: Superior Wilderness Designs  SWD Instagram SWD Facebook...

Send us Fan Mail Mikaela is a photojournalist from Manitoba, Canada. She personifies the best characteristics of a DIYer. Including sourcing and organizing her own down! Listen about Mikaela's adventure through the Great Divide Trail. Follow Mikaela on Instagram Materials Mentioned: HyperDRY 800 FP Duck Down 1.8 oz AIRWAVE™ Hybrid Ripstop Nylon  210D ROBIC Ripstop Nylon  1.1 oz Ripstop Nylon-...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with William Smith and Keith McDaniels from DSM. Recently, they informed us that they would be releasing a new fiber that would be used for fabrics woven with Dyneema®. And better yet... would also be available to the MYOG market. We brought Keith and William on to discuss the pro's and con's that makers have seen with Dyneema® over the years as...

Send us Fan Mail *WARNING: This episode includes language that may not be suitable for some listeners.* 🎁 Enter to Win our One Year Anniversary Giveaway! In case you haven’t heard, this is our One Year Anniversary episode of ROTR. This is probably one of the most anticipated episodes we have ever had. It’s also a little unorthodox and a lot ridiculous. Less polished, less edited, and less profess...

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re talking with Jacquelyn Van Jura of BroadFork Bags.  A woman-owned company based out of Oregon that specializes in epic bike bags. Whether you’re a bike person or not, you will appreciate Jacquelyn’s adventurous spirit and willingness to step out into the unknown.    Episode Links:  BroadFork Bags Bikes: Salsa Vaya Specialized Stump Jumper  Surly Ice Cream Truck Routes:...

Send us Fan Mail Cameron and Kadi relocated to New Zealand from Colorado during the pandemic but made the most of it by purchasing a van to live in. Their adventures are now taking them on foot by tramping The Great Walks of New Zealand with gear they made themselves. Listen to hear about upcycling yoga pants for stretch pockets on a backpack and what New Zealand trails have to offer!  Show Notes...

Send us Fan Mail Kate and Aidan's Colorado Trail adventure is full of first attempts. From sewing to bikepacking trips and long trails, their adventure shows the true spirit of making your own gear: lots of researching, never giving up, but also knowing when to quit. Don't miss out on this episode for tips and advice on making your own quilt and also backpacking with your dog. Show Notes...

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re talking with Butch Whiting, co-founder of Kryptek Outdoor Group. This episode helped me understand a lot more about the science and technology behind camo. And for those of you that already understand camo, I think you’ll enjoy it just as much if not more. Talking to Butch was funny and inspiring;  he told great stories, and he spoke passionately about the work that Kr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we share our personal MYOG Journeys as well as other maker's stories. From Hobby Lobby, to in-laws, and holiday stockings, this episode has something for everyone.  Show Notes: Clover Seam Ripper Clover Wonder Clips Fiskars Titanium Coated Replacement Rotary Blade Olfa Splash Handle Rotary Cutter Reverse Action Tweezer Schmetz Sharp/Microtex Machine Needle Si...

Send us Fan Mail Australia? Hot Tents? We put two and two together with Dave Parker the founder of PAST Outdoors . The story of PAST Outdoors includes military-grade parachute rigging, product testing in New Zealand, and whiskey! Find Past Outdoors on Instagram , Facebook , or YouTube Drinks Resin Brewery Whippersnapper Distillery - Upshot Find Us on Social Media 🚀 @RipstopbytheRoll www.ripstopby...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re talking with Greg Hardy, Owner and Founder of Rockgeist. Greg has an intuitive and refreshing take on MYOG. We talk about weldable fabrics, sustainability issues in DIY, Asheville NC, and one uncomfortable night that Greg spent under a rock in the alps. Visit Rockgeist here: https://rockgeist.com Please note: We had to use a secondary recording source which...

Send us Fan Mail Kyle talks about the inception of our fabric printing capabilities and how it really all goes down. Be sure to check out our new Custom Design Tool.  Find Us on Social Media 🚀 @RipstopbytheRoll www.ripstopbytheroll.com

Send us Fan Mail We’re talking about how we take products from our spreadsheets to your sewing table. We discuss details on product selection, testing, and onboarding. Materials Mentioned: 3.9 oz Venom™ UHMWPE TPU Coated 9.3 oz Stretch Mesh Nylon 6.6 with Dyneema® 6.5 oz Woven Melange with Dyneema® DDRWX090 Omnicolor Solids - Fabric for custom printed X-Pac® Woven Polyester Daisy Chain Webbing Gro...

Send us Fan Mail Are you a fan of Amsteel? Then you definitely don't want to miss this episode interview with Gavin McWilliams, the Global Product Manager for Samson Rope . We learn about the history of Samson, which dates back to 1878, and how their technology and innovation for rope developed over the years. From arborists, fishing, utility, mining, sailing, tug boats, mooring, shipping lin...

Send us Fan Mail The Wind River Range in Wyoming is one of the most rugged and remote places to explore in the United States. Now throw in winter conditions, high snowpack, and a skillful adventurer. Listen now to hear all about Bryce Gordon's ski traverse and the custom gear he made for his adventure. Follow his adventures on Instagram @brycesgordon Small Business Week 15% off DIY Kits from...

Send us Fan Mail Adventure Sponsor Myles Lucas is no stranger to making his own gear. As a bike component machinist by day, Myles picked up sewing a few years ago so he could create bike bags and and other gear.  Listen to our conversation about his journey bikepacking the Tour De Los Padres and more!  Follow his adventures on Instagram @mylesthelucas Show Notes: SRAM 2.92 oz Dyneema® Composite Fa...

Send us Fan Mail We answer your questions...again! From sewing tools to making hacks and fabric applications, this episode is full of information for both beginners and experts! Show Notes 👇 Beer 🍺 Athletic Brewing Company- Run Wild IPA (non-alcoholic)  New Belgium- Voodoo Ranger Juicy IPA Thread Snips ✂️ Ergonomic Thread Snips Gingher 0487NS Featherweight Thread Snip, 4-Inch Rulers 📏 Acrylic R...

Send us Fan Mail This week the Ripstop by the Roll team talks projects! What we've recently made, our future projects, dream projects, and the hardest part of a project. As always, be sure to check us out on Instagram ( @ripstopbytheroll ) or Facebook to see how you can win free fabric. Materials Mentioned: 1.43 oz Dyneema® Composite Fabric CT5K.18 1" Dyneema®/Cuben Fiber repair tape Hyp...