DIY Ultralight Dyneema Backpack - MYOG

In this episode we make an ultralight, frameless and hipbeltless backpack made for overnight hiking. It's 40L in volume and made primarily from 3.5oz hybrid dyneema. The final weight came out to 12.8oz. This was a really fun project, I hope more people will discover the joys of making your own gear. Y'all got any more of that wonder tape?

Thanks for watching!

#myog #diy #dyneema #ultralight #sewing #bespokegear #hiking

CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
0:10 Features
0:48 Specs
3:06 Straps
5:42 Back
6:58 Front
7:55 Sides
9:13 Collar
10:12 Assembly
11:21 Fin

ABOUT
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This video is not a tutorial per se. This is how I enjoy documenting a few of my projects, it's not meant as a comprehensive sew-along guide. Some may find it useful to see how I like do things but my hope is primarily that some will find these videos inspiring - sparking creativity and ideas for making their very own bespoke gear. My thinking is that by showing the projects in a fast-paced and light-hearted manner conveys the message that making your own ultralight gear as a hobby is not very difficult and ultimately a very rewarding pursuit.

That said, I realise that some people watching this may want to follow along and some of them will be beginners at sewing. I try my best to not leave any important steps out of the clips but for anyone finding it hard to follow even with a rewatch I will be including some commentary for each step of the process below which may shed more light. If not, leave a comment below and I or someone else in the community may be able to help.

COMMENTARY
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Linked below is a PDF with commentary - it includes some instructional step-by-step notes as well the thought process behind some of the choices made.


SPEC SHEET
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Linked below is a PDF with a copy of the spec sheet seen in the video.
https://zipworks.io/docs/006_specs.pdf

SHOULDER STRAP PATTERN
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Linked below is a printable shoulder strap pattern, availiable for purchase.
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/zipworks...

MATERIALS
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Dyneema - https://geni.us/LDYLPQ (Ripstopbytheroll)* Can't find 3.5oz anymore, would go for 2.92oz.
Venom - https://geni.us/qejMP (Ripstopbytheroll)
Durastretch - https://bit.ly/3G7M8gb (OWFInc)
Cordura - https://bit.ly/33SRTwp (Extremtextil)
Spacer mesh - https://geni.us/t7cw (Ripstopbytheroll)*
Lycra mesh - https://bit.ly/3bjKIAJ (Funki Fabrics UK) alt. 1209C from https://bit.ly/2RpfYIF (Quest)*
Webbing - https://geni.us/rgb7F (Ripstopbytheroll)*
Fold-over elastic - https://bit.ly/2RpuMHc (Adventurexpert)
Side-release buckle - https://geni.us/zXMOxn (Ripstopbytheroll)*
Hook - https://bit.ly/2RXeyF8 (Extremtextil)
Cordlock - https://geni.us/4LUAbX (Ripstopbytheroll)
Ladder lock - https://bit.ly/3tO0JWP (Adventurexpert)
Thread - https://geni.us/fbetXFM (Ripstopbytheroll)
Grosgrain - https://bit.ly/3uQaeX7 (Adventurexpert)
Zipper - https://geni.us/s8jgGV (Ripstopbytheroll)
Slider - https://geni.us/uTKa (Ripstopbytheroll)
Pull - https://geni.us/GFa1wA (Ripstopbytheroll)

For a variety of reasons, I'm not always be able to link the exact item used in the video. Sometimes it is no longer sold, sometimes I got something at a local store. Often, I simply forget where I got something in the first place - over the years I have collected tons of MYOG supplies from lots of places. In those cases, I will link what I think is the closest equivalent.

TOOLS
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Sewing Machine - https://geni.us/4E44y8 (Amazon)
Rotary Cutter - https://geni.us/sst984g (Amazon)
Metal Ruler - https://geni.us/hQgXZ (Amazon)
Framing Square - https://geni.us/yNw3yit (Amazon)
Quilting Ruler - https://geni.us/Nk5B (Amazon)
Wonder Tape - https://geni.us/B1ebTd (Amazon)
Tailors Chalk - https://geni.us/Lmn0jJK (Amazon)
Chalk Liner - https://geni.us/rd5z (Amazon)
Marker - https://geni.us/PrDN (Amazon)
Cutting Mat - https://geni.us/oBwEGn (Amazon)
Fabric Scissors - https://geni.us/7kGqTT (Amazon)
Thread Snips - https://geni.us/mZ7pEps (Amazon)
Seam Ripper - https://geni.us/z1f8erT (Amazon)
Clips - https://geni.us/VVfbsx (Amazon)
Pins - https://geni.us/SbSW (Amazon)
Needles - https://geni.us/cUVcrXm (Amazon)
Presser Foot - https://geni.us/Lkljs (Amazon)

MUSIC
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All music from Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Nebulae - A morning in hindsight
Dusty Decks - Golden crates
Mike Stringer - Pull me out
Dylan Sitts - Overthinking
Pandaraps - Big
Major Tweaks - Getting Home
Iso Indies - Kids on the porch
Pastis - Heaven Forbid
Tigerblood Jewel - Marches

SUPPORT
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If you like what I do then you may support me at:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/zipworks

WEBSITE
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For the zipworks pattern generator as well as information on tools and fabrics, visit:
https://www.zipworks.io/

DISCLAIMER
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Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I you help support the channel at no additional charge to you.