Dyneema Stuff Sack Kit
- The Kit
- Instructions
- Availability
- Shipping
No sewing required!
Make your own Dyneema Stuff Sacks! This kit is a great way to begin working with Dyneema Composite Fabric (Cuben Fiber). If you've been thinking about trying your hand at making a Dyneema tarp, test the waters with this stuff sack kit.
What you might be able to make
Use YAMA's standard sack sizes or come up with your own.
The recommended options below are provided to give you an idea of how many stuff sacks you might be able to make from this kit. (The instructions contain the layouts required for each option.)
| Dimensions (width x height) |
Option 1 (qty) |
Option 2 (qty) |
Option 3 (qty) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | 5" x 6" | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Small | 6" x 8" | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Medium | 8" x 10" | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Large | 10" x 14" | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Kit Contents:
| .8 oz Dyneema (DCF) | 21" x 54" |
| Rectangular DCF Stickers | 1 sheet of 10 |
| Circular DCF Stickers | 1 sheet of 10 |
| 1/2" transfer tape | 28 ft |
| Dacron cord | 14' |
| Barrel cordlocks | 7 |
Required tools:
| These items are not included with the kit. |
| Ruler |
| Sharp scissors or a sharp blade with cutting mat. |
| Lighter |
Overview
These instructions take you through the proccess of making a Dyneema (Cuben Fiber) stuff sack using our DIY Kit. The sack starts off as a rectangular piece of Dyneema. The material is folded and joined using transfer tape to produce the stuff sack. No sewing is required!
Choose your size
You can make your stuff sacks any size you’d like by using the formula below. We’ve also included the dimensions used to make YAMA’s standard size flat sacks.
| Size | Finished width (w) |
Finished height (h) |
Cut width (CW) |
Cut height (CH) |
Tape needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom | w | h | 2w + 0.5" | H + 1.5" | 6" + 2CW + H |
| Mini | 5" | 6" | 10.5" | 7.5" | 34.5" |
| Small | 6" | 8" | 12.5" | 9.5" | 40.5" |
| Medium | 8" | 10" | 16.5" | 11.5" | 50.5" |
| Large | 10" | 14" | 20.5" | 15.5" | 62.5" |
Pattern layout
Use the following recommended layouts to make efficient use of your material.
Cutting tips
Cutting Dyneema can be difficult. You’ll want either a good pair of scissors, or a razor blade and surface on which to cut. When cutting with scissors, it works best to slide the scissors through the material as soon as you get the cut started.
Taping basics
Seams on the stuff sacks are taped using a 1/2” transfer tape. Transfer tape leaves behind a film of pressure sensitive adhesive when the backing is removed. Unlike double sided tape, no carrier material is present in the finished seam, only adhesive.
It's important to apply significant pressure before peeling off the backing
Terms of Use
YAMA Mountain Gear makes these materials available for your personal use only; they may not be reproduced or distributed. Any commercial use is prohibited. The instructions and patterns are believed to be accurate, but YAMA Mountain Gear assumes no liability whatsoever with respect to the use of the materials and goods developed from the materials.
How to video*
*Note that the supplied cord is now Dacron cord rather than Spectra cord.
The construction process
Product Availability
Unless otherwise stated, if the item is available to add to your cart, then it is in-stock and available to ship. Please see the shipping tab for expected fulfillment times.
If the item is marked as "sold out" or "available to backorder" then please refer to the production calendar and the FAQ below for more information.
Q: Why is so much stuff sold out?!
A: Our capacity is very limited, and we can't make products nearly quickly enough to meet demand. We only sell what I have in-stock, and don't typically take backorders. I know this can make it hard for you to plan, but in the longer term, it should help us to grow and to serve you better in the long term. See the last question for more info about this.
Q: When can I expect the item I'm interested in to become available?
A: For most items, please refer to the production calendar at the bottom of this page. This calendar shows when I expect to work on more substantial products. For some accessory products, production may not always be scheduled in advance and availability may be unpredictable.
FYI: If you do not see the item that you are interested in, then I do not know when it may become available (I don't have a private schedule beyond what's shown!).
Q: Can I pre-order, back-order, or reserve an item?
A: I'm afraid not. Out of fairness to everyone, I don't make special arrangements to reserve products. On rare occasions, I may open a product up for back-ordering to everyone (or a new product for pre-ordering). When this happens, it's made available to order on the website. If you are signed up for the stock notification, you will receive a notice that the item is available to order.
Q: Can you let me know when the item becomes available?
A: Yes. On the product page, enter your email address in the space provided to be automatically notified when inventory becomes available. If you don't see where you can do this, please let me know; sometimes there's a fluke in the settings and the field doesn't show. Please note that the email notification could get filtered out as spam. You can try to 'whitelist' info@yamamountaingear.com to make sure the email comes through.
Q: Why do you do things this way, and what are you doing to improve the situation?
A: For years I followed the more common back-order model, basically making everything to order. This approach made it challenging to increase production, limited time available to design new products or refine existing ones, impacted my personal/outdoor time, and meant long waits to get your gear delivered. I changed my approach when I moved to Montana in 2019. Offering only what's already made allows me to work and plan more efficiently, and opens up hiring opportunities.
NOTES ON USING THE CALENDAR
- For products shown on the calendar, you can typically expect the item to be made available towards the end, or soon after the period shown on the calendar. Sometimes, however, some items may be listed earlier in the period. For example, if the calendar shows that I'm working on tapered tarps, certain sizes may become available earlier within the period with other sizes coming later.
- Items that specify "ongoing production" mean that we are continually working on these items and doing our best to maintain inventory. If the item or a particular size is sold out, you can expect it to likely become available soon.
- Please note that you can change the month shown on the calendar using the arrows at the top.
Shipping Information
While most orders ship out within 1 - 3 business days, please allow up to one week for us to ship your order. This gives us some scheduling flexibility for getting out on the trail!*
*If you select seam sealing services with your purchase, please allow a few extra days for us to seal the item(s) and ship your order.
Domestic Rates
| Order Total | Shipping Fee | Shipping Method | Typical Transit Time (business days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| under $50 | $3.25 | USPS First Class | 2 - 5 |
| $50.00 to $99.99 | $5.15 | USPS First Class | 2 - 5 |
| $100.00 to $199.99 | $6.95 | USPS First Class / Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority 2 - 5 for First Class |
| $200.00 to $349.99 | $9.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority |
| $350.00 to $499.99 | $12.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority |
| Over $500 | $15.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 |
| Note: Stickers and DCF Patches ship for free | |||
International
I'm sorry, but for the foreseeable future, I'm not able to offer international shipping.
The Kit
No sewing required!
Make your own Dyneema Stuff Sacks! This kit is a great way to begin working with Dyneema Composite Fabric (Cuben Fiber). If you've been thinking about trying your hand at making a Dyneema tarp, test the waters with this stuff sack kit.
What you might be able to make
Use YAMA's standard sack sizes or come up with your own.
The recommended options below are provided to give you an idea of how many stuff sacks you might be able to make from this kit. (The instructions contain the layouts required for each option.)
| Dimensions (width x height) |
Option 1 (qty) |
Option 2 (qty) |
Option 3 (qty) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | 5" x 6" | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Small | 6" x 8" | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Medium | 8" x 10" | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Large | 10" x 14" | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Kit Contents:
| .8 oz Dyneema (DCF) | 21" x 54" |
| Rectangular DCF Stickers | 1 sheet of 10 |
| Circular DCF Stickers | 1 sheet of 10 |
| 1/2" transfer tape | 28 ft |
| Dacron cord | 14' |
| Barrel cordlocks | 7 |
Required tools:
| These items are not included with the kit. |
| Ruler |
| Sharp scissors or a sharp blade with cutting mat. |
| Lighter |
Instructions
Overview
These instructions take you through the proccess of making a Dyneema (Cuben Fiber) stuff sack using our DIY Kit. The sack starts off as a rectangular piece of Dyneema. The material is folded and joined using transfer tape to produce the stuff sack. No sewing is required!
Choose your size
You can make your stuff sacks any size you’d like by using the formula below. We’ve also included the dimensions used to make YAMA’s standard size flat sacks.
| Size | Finished width (w) |
Finished height (h) |
Cut width (CW) |
Cut height (CH) |
Tape needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom | w | h | 2w + 0.5" | H + 1.5" | 6" + 2CW + H |
| Mini | 5" | 6" | 10.5" | 7.5" | 34.5" |
| Small | 6" | 8" | 12.5" | 9.5" | 40.5" |
| Medium | 8" | 10" | 16.5" | 11.5" | 50.5" |
| Large | 10" | 14" | 20.5" | 15.5" | 62.5" |
Pattern layout
Use the following recommended layouts to make efficient use of your material.
Cutting tips
Cutting Dyneema can be difficult. You’ll want either a good pair of scissors, or a razor blade and surface on which to cut. When cutting with scissors, it works best to slide the scissors through the material as soon as you get the cut started.
Taping basics
Seams on the stuff sacks are taped using a 1/2” transfer tape. Transfer tape leaves behind a film of pressure sensitive adhesive when the backing is removed. Unlike double sided tape, no carrier material is present in the finished seam, only adhesive.
It's important to apply significant pressure before peeling off the backing
Terms of Use
YAMA Mountain Gear makes these materials available for your personal use only; they may not be reproduced or distributed. Any commercial use is prohibited. The instructions and patterns are believed to be accurate, but YAMA Mountain Gear assumes no liability whatsoever with respect to the use of the materials and goods developed from the materials.
How to video*
*Note that the supplied cord is now Dacron cord rather than Spectra cord.
The construction process
Availability
Product Availability
Unless otherwise stated, if the item is available to add to your cart, then it is in-stock and available to ship. Please see the shipping tab for expected fulfillment times.
If the item is marked as "sold out" or "available to backorder" then please refer to the production calendar and the FAQ below for more information.
Q: Why is so much stuff sold out?!
A: Our capacity is very limited, and we can't make products nearly quickly enough to meet demand. We only sell what I have in-stock, and don't typically take backorders. I know this can make it hard for you to plan, but in the longer term, it should help us to grow and to serve you better in the long term. See the last question for more info about this.
Q: When can I expect the item I'm interested in to become available?
A: For most items, please refer to the production calendar at the bottom of this page. This calendar shows when I expect to work on more substantial products. For some accessory products, production may not always be scheduled in advance and availability may be unpredictable.
FYI: If you do not see the item that you are interested in, then I do not know when it may become available (I don't have a private schedule beyond what's shown!).
Q: Can I pre-order, back-order, or reserve an item?
A: I'm afraid not. Out of fairness to everyone, I don't make special arrangements to reserve products. On rare occasions, I may open a product up for back-ordering to everyone (or a new product for pre-ordering). When this happens, it's made available to order on the website. If you are signed up for the stock notification, you will receive a notice that the item is available to order.
Q: Can you let me know when the item becomes available?
A: Yes. On the product page, enter your email address in the space provided to be automatically notified when inventory becomes available. If you don't see where you can do this, please let me know; sometimes there's a fluke in the settings and the field doesn't show. Please note that the email notification could get filtered out as spam. You can try to 'whitelist' info@yamamountaingear.com to make sure the email comes through.
Q: Why do you do things this way, and what are you doing to improve the situation?
A: For years I followed the more common back-order model, basically making everything to order. This approach made it challenging to increase production, limited time available to design new products or refine existing ones, impacted my personal/outdoor time, and meant long waits to get your gear delivered. I changed my approach when I moved to Montana in 2019. Offering only what's already made allows me to work and plan more efficiently, and opens up hiring opportunities.
NOTES ON USING THE CALENDAR
- For products shown on the calendar, you can typically expect the item to be made available towards the end, or soon after the period shown on the calendar. Sometimes, however, some items may be listed earlier in the period. For example, if the calendar shows that I'm working on tapered tarps, certain sizes may become available earlier within the period with other sizes coming later.
- Items that specify "ongoing production" mean that we are continually working on these items and doing our best to maintain inventory. If the item or a particular size is sold out, you can expect it to likely become available soon.
- Please note that you can change the month shown on the calendar using the arrows at the top.
Shipping
Shipping Information
While most orders ship out within 1 - 3 business days, please allow up to one week for us to ship your order. This gives us some scheduling flexibility for getting out on the trail!*
*If you select seam sealing services with your purchase, please allow a few extra days for us to seal the item(s) and ship your order.
Domestic Rates
| Order Total | Shipping Fee | Shipping Method | Typical Transit Time (business days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| under $50 | $3.25 | USPS First Class | 2 - 5 |
| $50.00 to $99.99 | $5.15 | USPS First Class | 2 - 5 |
| $100.00 to $199.99 | $6.95 | USPS First Class / Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority 2 - 5 for First Class |
| $200.00 to $349.99 | $9.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority |
| $350.00 to $499.99 | $12.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 for Priority |
| Over $500 | $15.95 | USPS Priority | 2 - 3 |
| Note: Stickers and DCF Patches ship for free | |||
International
I'm sorry, but for the foreseeable future, I'm not able to offer international shipping.