$30.00 /half yd

$30.00 /half yd

Color: Black Magic

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    Update from Challenge: After feedback from thousands of packs in the field from many brands, we have decided to improve the bias strength and improve longevity of  Ultra by inserting a very thin, black  Ultra CrossPly yarn at 45 degrees to the warp. 

    Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard the buzz around Ultra fabrics from Challenge Sailcloth - and for good reason.

    Ounce for ounce, Ultra fabrics are likely some of the strongest, most durable materials you can buy on the market today.

    If that wasn't enough, they're also insanely waterproof and seam tapeable. 

    Said another way, a project or product using Ultra can handle more abuse and ultimately last longer compared to using similar weight - or even significantly heavier - standard nylon and polyester. 

    Speaking of products, Ultra fabrics are already being used by some of the leading backpack and bag companies in the world such as Pa'lante Packs, LiteAF, and many more. 

    The performance of Ultra starts with the yarn that's used to weave it - UHMWPE. 

    Unlike all other generally available material options to date, Ultra combines a UHMWPE woven face with a laminated film backing to produce a fabric that has:

    • Extremely high tear and tensile strength
    • Maximal cut, abrasion, and wear resistance
    • Super high and long term waterproofing

    If you're interested in a full breakdown of the technical specs on Ultra, check out our fabric data sheet and/or read this article by Pa'lante Packs.

    Challenge Ultra 200 is a laminate fabric comprised of the following layers:

    - 200D UHMWPE/polyester plain woven face

    - Ultra Crossply yarn @ 45 degrees (X variants only)

    - 0.75 mil Recycled PET film backing

    Sold by the Half Yard. For example, enter a quantity of "4" to receive two linear yards of material, measuring two yards (72") in length by the listed width of the material (check specs tab).

  • Product Details
    Colors Black Magic, Electric Blue, Fuschia Raspberry, Gravel Gray, Lime Green, Mandarin, Silverado, White Lightning
    Challenge product ID EPL 200X Ultra
    Width 56" (142.2 cm)
    Weight ~4.6 oz/yd 2 (155 gsm)
    Tapeable? Yes
    Finish/Coating 0.75 mil PET Film (Waterproof)

    (1) Actual material properties will vary. Values listed represent average values or estimates.

    (2) Disclaimer - All information, data, recommendations, etc provided for Ripstop by the Roll products (the Information) is produced for reference only. Ripstop by the Roll assumes no liability arising from (i) the application, processing, or use made of the Information or products; (ii) infringement of the intellectual or industrial property rights of third parties by reason of the application, processing, or use of the Information or products by the Buyer. Buyer shall (i) assume such liability; and (ii) verify the information and the products.

  • 5 stars: 9 (90%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (10%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Dave Mez
Great Product, Good range of Options

I have found that overall the material stands up to a beating, and has amazing strength to weight ratio. On that note, it is also very difficult to cut, scissors will not do… make sure you have a good snap-off knife and cutting mat, even a rotary cutter is not sufficient and will dull after a few cuts. I recommend this as the latest and greatest dealer-available material; to be used on backpacks, and accessories.

Thanks for your review and for leaving the tips on how to cut the fabric. We appreciate you!

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Kevin Huish
Challenge Ultra 200

This material is great! Made a pack, and I'm loving it. Nice look and feel, doesn't look like backpack material at all.

Thanks Kevin. Challenge Ultra 200 is an excellent pack material thats super lightweight and durable. We would love to see your pack if you're willing to share it with us on Instagram. Thanks again.

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孝一 辻野
ウルトラ200は私にとっての特別な生地

自分の住む国では容易に手に入れることが出来ない生地。特別な生地で作る作品には熱い思いを込め、特別な作品になるに違いない。縫いやすさ、軽さ、強さ、見た目、全てを兼ね備えている生地であると私自身は好みであり、そう思っている。

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Alan Stokes
Ultra 200

Nice, light fabric. Sews easily, very pliable. Needs reinforcement for seams and other stress points. You could reinforce with an additional fabric layer/ webbing ( sewn through)/ or ultra tape. I will sew, oversew and tape or sew with binding tape. Maybe overkill, just hoping that the seams don't fail. I know people use it for packs, I prefer 400 for packs and use the lighter ones for chest/waist bags.

Thanks for sharing those tips Al! We're glad you found a fabric you love for packs and waist bags!

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KEVIN TAM

Challenge ULTRA™ 200

Thanks for your review Kevin! Enjoy the ULTRA 200!

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Tobin Ngo

Challenge ULTRA™ 200

Thanks for your review Tobin!

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Robert Marion
Highly recommend

Awesome pack material! Easy to work with and looks great when finished. The dyneema tape sticks really well to the inside. I would highly recommend this fabric.

Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed the fabric and the ease of use.

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Dave Mez
Great Stuff!

The only reason it gets 4 stars because of it’s inflated price popularity! Get it, and find out it’s 5-stars awesome tough stuff!

Thanks for the review! We're glad you like the product!

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Tyler Smith
Premium feel.

There are only a few fabrics that you can hold and really feel the careful detail that went into every thread- this is one of them. It just feels so rich! Highly recommend for applications of lightweight yet durable gear.

Thanks, Tyler! Challenge ULTRA™ 200 is pretty dreamy. We'd love to see what you made with the fabric, be sure to tag us on social media!

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Kenneth Flannery
Ultra 200 Easy and Feels Great

I used Ultra 200 (black magic) for the body of my backpack. It was easy to lay out, a razor is needed to cut it, and ultimately easy to sew with as well. It feels bomber, looks legit all done up, and time will tell how strong it is - but it's seeming likely.

Thanks for leaving a review Kenny! Ultra 200 for a pack is next level! We'd love to see photos of your creation, be sure to tag us on social media!

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Bart Teeuwisse

Have you updated Ultra 200 to Ultra 200X? The sample I received has the X reinforcement of Ultra 200X but the product picture shows Ultra 200.

Ripstop by the Roll

Hi Bart!
You must've caught the product page in the short time we were updating new stock. The product page is accurate now, and only the White variant has the X grid. We will update others promptly as new inventory phases in. We appreciate your question!

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Tomas Mitchell

Can this fabric be sonic welded like TPU fabrics?

Ripstop by the Roll

Hi! The film used on this fabric cannot be sonic/RF welded. Even if the film were a TPU film, it would be difficult to weld due to the low melting point of the UHMWPE fiber that's used in the fabric. The heat generated during the weld would likely damage the UHMWPE.

The best construction methodology is sewing and taping using pressure sensitive tape. We actually put together a free ebook with all of these details. You can download it here: https://ripstopbytheroll.com/pages/material-guide-ebooks.