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CARRY 101

How to Decode the Confusing Language of Fabric Specs

by , September 13, 2026

A higher denier doesn’t equal a better fabric, it’s more nuanced than that.

Denier is one of the most cited — and most misunderstood — specs in bag design. The number refers to yarn weight, not strength or durability. And when you factor in fibre type, a lower denier fabric, for the right application, can significantly outperform a higher one.

Today’s video breaks down the terminology that actually matters when selecting materials for a bag build.

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