Jan 30 2024
In today's tutorial, we're stepping up our climbing game by crafting an ultra-durable, highball bouldering pad that's both beginner-friendly and a solid companion for your outdoor adventures. Forget about the commercial pads; our design is simpler, tougher, and tailor-made for highball enthusiasts.
• How to prepare and measure 1000D Cordura Nylon for the ultimate durability. • Mastering the sewing machine setup for heavy-duty fabric. • The art of attaching Velcro and hardware to enhance your pad's functionality. • Step-by-step guidance on sewing robust seams that won't let you down. • Tips and tricks for stuffing your pad for maximum protection. • The most efficient way to carry your highball pad to your next climbing destination.
• 1000D Cordura Nylon • Heavy-duty thread (Tex 90) • Needle (#18-#20) • Basting tape (3/8 inch) • Scissors or a hot knife • Sewing machine • 1-meter ruler • Tape measure • Fabric pencil or pen • 2-inch sew-on velcro • 2-inch webbing
0:00 - Intro 0:57 - Materials Overview 1:28 - Step 1: Preparing the Fabric 1:49 - Step 2: Preparing the Sewing Machine 2:34 - Step 3: Sewing the Velcro 3:03 - Step 4: Prepping Your Hardware 3:22 - Step 5: Prepping the Sides 3:52 - Step 6: Sewing the Sides 4:14 - Step 7: Sewing the Corners 4:32 - Step 8: Stuffing the Pad 5:02 - Step 9: Carrying the Pad 5:19 - Step 10: Sending the Proj
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