XPAC Sailcloth Guide: VX07, VX21, VX25, UX10 + X50

XPAC is a lightweight, high-performance fabric inspired by technical racing sailcloth. This is a composite fabric made of multiple layers of material laminated together under high pressure. The subtle diamond grid pattern comes from a layer of X-Ply polyester yarn, designed to increase dimensional stability, tear strength, and structure.

XPAC is waterproof and durable for heavy daily use, and is made in Connecticut in a climate neutral factory powered by 100% renewable energy.

We use a few main types of XPAC throughout our collection: VX07, VX21, VX25, UX10, and X50. Learn more about each one below:

VX07 XPAC Sailcloth

VX07: A lighter weight XPAC featuring a 4 layer construction: 70d ripstop nylon face fabric w/ DWR coating, X-Ply, 0.25 mil polyester film, and 50d polyester taffeta backing.

    • Content: 38% nylon / 62% polyester
    • 20% lighter than VX21 and VX25
    • Subtle diamond grid pattern
    • Satin finish that repels water, dirt, and stains

 

VX21 XPAC Sailcloth

VX21: Our classic XPAC featuring a 4 layer construction: 210d nylon face fabric w/ DWR coating, X-Ply, 0.25 mil polyester film, and 50d polyester taffeta backing.

    • Content: 60% nylon / 40% polyester
    • 15% lighter than Cordura
    • Subtle diamond grid pattern
    • Satin finish that repels water, dirt, and stains

 

VX25 XPAC Sailcloth

VX25: A 100% polyester XPAC featuring a 4 layer construction: 250d polyester face fabric w/ DWR coating, X-Ply, 0.25 mil polyester film, and 50d polyester backing.⁣

    • Content: 100% polyester
    • 15% lighter than Cordura
    • Subtle diamond grid pattern
    • Satin finish that repels water, dirt, and stains

 

UX10 XPAC Sailcloth

UX10: A super light and exceptionally strong XPAC featuring a 3 layer construction: 100d 100% Ultra-PE face fabric with semi-translucent appearance, aramid X-Ply, and 0.5 mil shiny polyester film backing.

    • Content: 47% Ultra-PE / 44% polyester / 9% aramid
    • 60% lighter than VX21
    • Subtle diamond grid pattern
    • Cire finish repels water, dirt, and stains

 

X50 XPAC Sailcloth

X50: A heavy duty, abrasion-resistant XPAC featuring a 3 layer construction: 500d Cordura face fabric w/ DWR coating, X-Ply, and 0.5 mil shiny polyester film backing.⁣

    • Content: 81% nylon / 19% polyester
    • Heavier than VX21, VX25, and Cordura, but lighter than Waxed Canvas
    • Subtle diamond grid pattern
    • Matte finish that will still look great over the years

 

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