Schoolbags - Cordura Test and Components

We are from the parachuting industry where everything is built super-strong, using components that last the distance - because there your life literally depends on it!

We use the same components that make up a parachuting harness/container, in our school bags, because, having 3 boys of our own, we know just how strong things need to be!

We know of parents at our school who, in April, were into their 2nd and 3rd school bags of the year. We are amazed that this is typical, but it really is false economy, because it's the old story -

How Cordura® Measures Up

1000 denier Cordura® is the fabric we use. Cordura® is a certified fabric from INVISTA. It is used in a wide range of products from luggage and backpacks to boots, to military wear, performance apparel and parachute harnesses.

When put to the test, Cordura® resists tears and abrasions like no other fabric of its kind. Weight for weight, Cordura® is more durable than other fabrics because it's:

10x more durable than cotton duck
3x more durable than standard polyester
2x more durable than standard nylon

It's resistant to abrasions, tears, and scuffs--all the qualities you expect from a high performance fabric. So regardless of your activities, you'll benefit from the toughness of Cordura®.

Fabric Care

Soil may be removed with spray cleaner or detergent and water. Do not bleach.
Oil or grease should first be treated with a dry cleaning solvent followed by a spray cleaner or detergent and water

Water Proof

Cordura is manufactured with a water-proof quality


How does Cordura® Measure up for Abrasion?

Cordura® after 3,000 cycles	Nylon after 1,000 cycles	Cotton after 700 cycles	Polyester after 700 cycles
The fabrics above have been tested by the Modified Wyzenbeck abrasion test. This is a sandpaper abrasion test measured in cycles.
Cordura® is a registered trademark for durable fabrics