
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 • 129 episodes
Ripstop on the Record
Latest Episodes
The Blueprint of A Great Sewing Pattern
Do you know what makes a sewing pattern great? We're not talking about being just usable, but functional, inclusive, and built to last. In this episode, we sit down with Ellie Rivkin of Road Trip Pattern Co to unpack her approach to designing t...
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Season 1
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Episode 125
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1:05:07

How to Design a Fanny Pack Worth Wearing
In this episode Carter and Jameson pull back the curtain on fanny pack features. This isn’t advice from the sidelines. It’s hands-on insight from makers who know their way around patterns, materials, and how to build gear for every-day maker. W...
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Season 1
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Episode 124
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56:25

Dan Durston’s Gear Design Playbook
In this episode, Dan Durston opens up his gear design playbook — sharing the principles, philosophies, and materials that guide his top-rated products. From the drama behind the X-Dome tent to bold opinions on fabrics like Challenge TNT, Dan do...
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Season 1
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Episode 123
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1:20:48

Stop Making These Amateur Construction Mistakes
After analyzing thousands of products, we've been able to identify common construction mistakes that are plaguing makers everywhere. We highlight the top 10 problems that can serious impact the durability, longevity, and quality of your product...
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Season 1
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Episode 122
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56:52

Why Your DIY Gear Doesn’t Look Pro—And How to Fix It
You know that moment when someone looks at your MYOG project and says, “I can tell”? Ryan Campbell of The Wandering Goat is sharing 7 tips to make your gear look and feel professional—like it came straight from a factory floor, not your garage....
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Season 1
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Episode 121
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