OUR MATERIALS
At ALPAKA, our mission is to create everyday functional products that last and are eco-friendly. We're committed to using recycled and upcycled materials and partnering with suppliers who share our passion for sustainability. With ALPAKA, you don't have to choose between premium quality and responsible production - you get both.
Axoflux
Our self-produced 100% recycled polyester fabric that’s weatherproof and mighty durable.
Axoflux
Durable 600D polyester with a slight sheen, waterproof finish.
Axoflux Ripstop Nylon
Lightweight, good abrasion resistant with waterproof finish.
X-PAC®
Lightweight, durable, 100% waterproof, and 100% climate-neutral fabrics inspired by advanced sailcloth technology.
Sustainably manufactured by Dimension-Polyant, the world’s largest sailcloth producer, their manufacturing plants in the USA and Germany are powered by 100% renewable-sourced electricity, and the brand offsets all carbon emissions in partnership with Climate Partner and Plastic Free Oceans.
Here’s a quick run-through on how to decode the models:
- VX: Made of a four-layer construction with a lightweight taffeta backing for an enhanced stitch-hold.
- X: This laminate is an innovative three-layer construction with a lighter-weight polyester film backing.
- R: It contains 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric.
- The numerical represents the denier (D), the thickness of the thread used in the construction of the fabric.
VX21
A satin-finish 210D laminate with recycled backing taffeta that’s low-stretch and durable.
VX25
This high-vis 250D UV-resistant dyed polyester face fabric enhances the visibility and safety of packs.
VX42
With a 420D face, this 4-layer laminate has exceptional strength, durability, and a satin finish.
X50
A matte, rugged 500D Cordura® face fabric that’s highly abrasion-resistant and tear-resistant.
X42
A flexible 420D face fabric with a shiny polyester film backing.
RX30
This 300D face fabric has the most balanced construction for performance
and a matte finish.
RVX20
A 200D 4-layer laminate fabric with high color fastness properties.
RX36
The most rugged fabric in the RX series. Contains 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric with a matte finish.
ECOPAK™
Long-lasting, absorbs 80% less moisture, and has better UV resistance and color retention than traditional laminated nylon.
EPX400
A 400D 100% recycled polyester with high abrasion resistance.
EPLX600
100% recycled polyester fiber with waterproof 0.5 mil RUV matte film backing. Wrinkles less, and is 97% UV resistant.
Hardwearing Fabrics
Highly durable, with UV resistance and waterproof.
Ballistic Nylon
One of the toughest materials ever, it has one of the most durable weave patterns in the world
Cordura®
A matte-finishing fabric
with excellent tear strength and abrasion resistance.
Ultra-High Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
A cutproof and fireproof fabric that’s lightweight but also has excellent tensile strength and tear strength.
FauxWool
A 750D (80% Nylon / 20% Polyester) fabric with weatherproof backing.
Recycled Nylon
Wear and tear-resistant, lightweight, and waterproof.
Textured Honeycomb Ripstop
Found in most of our products and is high vis for locating your essentials easily.
Textured X-Grid Ripstop
It has an X-weave outline for better durability.
Weigh The Difference
What are the differences between our most used fabrics?
| Material | Weight (gsm) | Weight (oz/yd²) | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axoflux | - | - | Matte |
| Axoflux Ripstop | - | - | Satin |
| X-Pac® VX21 | 210 | 6.20 | Satin |
| X-Pac® VX25 | 269 | 7.93 | Satin |
| X-Pac® VX42 | 297 | 8.80 | Satin |
| X-Pac® X42 | 270 | 7.70 | Satin |
| X-Pac® X50 | 315 | 9.30 | Matte |
| X-Pac® RX30 | 262 | 7.70 | Matte |
| X-Pac® RX36 | 357 | 10.50 | Matte |
| X-Pac® RVX20 | - | - | Matte |
| ECOPAK™ EPX400 | 304 | 8.95 | Satin |
| EPLX600 | 332 | 9.79 | Matte |
| Ballistic Nylon 840D | 230 | 6.78 | Satin |
| CORDURA® 500D | 370 | 10.91 | Matte |
| Ultra-High Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) | 420 | 12.39 | Matte |
| FauxWool | - | - | Matte |
Fabric Care
We can’t forget to take care of our gear after all the beating that it has taken. Learn how to care for your bags here.