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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Made from a ripstop fabric, the smaller belt bag is a great size for teens and tweens who don’t need to tote around a bunch of gear.
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Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 28 June 2024
The men’s line includes the washed khaki Battler Vest and All Hands Cargo Pants made with gray ripstop fabric.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 June 2024
These super comfortable ripstop pants, however, are great for hiking and kicking around in.
—Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2024
Carhartt also has ripstop cargo pants that work for hiking or camping.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2024
Our weekender, backpack and hip pack are crafted from a super lightweight, durable ripstop nylon that’s both soft and strong, yet packs down easily into your luggage or carry-on.
—Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 12 June 2024
Tips for Buying Expandable Luggage Pay attention to the materials
Luggage can have a hard shell (often made of polycarbonate or aluminum) or a textile exterior, such as ripstop or ballistic nylon.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
With soft-sided and collapsible storage, keep an eye out for ripstop nylon and weather-proof coatings.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024
Merrell Mix Up Full Zip Jacket Made with super soft fleece and a ripstop polyester that stops the wind, this sleek jacket by iconic American hiking brand Merrell is a must-have item that will streamline winter packing and still keep you super warm.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 24 Dec. 2023
Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 28 June 2024
The men’s line includes the washed khaki Battler Vest and All Hands Cargo Pants made with gray ripstop fabric.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 June 2024
These super comfortable ripstop pants, however, are great for hiking and kicking around in.
—Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2024
Carhartt also has ripstop cargo pants that work for hiking or camping.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2024
Our weekender, backpack and hip pack are crafted from a super lightweight, durable ripstop nylon that’s both soft and strong, yet packs down easily into your luggage or carry-on.
—Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 12 June 2024
Tips for Buying Expandable Luggage Pay attention to the materials
Luggage can have a hard shell (often made of polycarbonate or aluminum) or a textile exterior, such as ripstop or ballistic nylon.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
With soft-sided and collapsible storage, keep an eye out for ripstop nylon and weather-proof coatings.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024
Merrell Mix Up Full Zip Jacket Made with super soft fleece and a ripstop polyester that stops the wind, this sleek jacket by iconic American hiking brand Merrell is a must-have item that will streamline winter packing and still keep you super warm.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 24 Dec. 2023
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“Ripstop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ripstop. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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