Ripstop on the Record
Welcome to Ripstop on the Record. The podcast for makers, by makers. Where we talk about all things Make Your Own Gear (MYOG). You'll hear from gear companies, textile engineers, cottage vendors, and other leaders in the Textiles + Outdoor Gear industry. Brought to you by Ripstop by the Roll.
Podcasting since 2020 • 142 episodes
Ripstop on the Record
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This episode will never see the light of day...
Let us know what you want out of the podcast for 2026. Email us: social@ripstopbytheroll.comSadly, the episode that was planned for this week had a technical problem and was lost entirely. We're bummed because this was going to be a fun ...
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Season 1
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Episode 138
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4:37
Built by hand, Designed for scale
How our guest went from weekend prototypes to leading design work at The North Face, Nike, and Burton. This episode traces what it really takes to get great at designing gear. You’ll hear practical insights on materials, overseas factori...
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Season 1
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Episode 137
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1:59:31
Fix These MYOG Mistakes Before You Start Your Next Project
Sewing mistakes happen to everyone. Yes, even the pros. Today we’re breaking down how to actually fix the ones that haunt your workshop. From feeding fabric through the machine to perfecting seam allowances and choosing the right proje...
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Season 1
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Episode 136
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1:21:33
These Materials Tell a Story Beyond the Performance
Great pack fabrics don't always come right from the mill. Luke from Truce Designs finds some of his fabrics from old sailboats, kites, and scrap bins. Upcycled fabrics aren't just "green" they're durable, functional, and full of old stories. Th...
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Season 1
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Episode 135
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1:03:02
Fidlock is gone... Now what?
Good design is more than shapes and stitches. It’s timing, color, and knowing when something is good enough to release. We chat with James from Route Unknown to talk about secrets behind the drop method and how he creates modular, beautiful, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 134
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1:22:58
