Fibermax
Technology
Challenge is excited to announce its next generation coated cruising spinnaker fabric. Proven in the Clipper Cup Around the World Race, spinnakers made of FiberMax were used without replacement on boats sailing over 50,000 miles. All but one person on the many boats are amateurs, so the chutes are used and abused over and over again. No spinnaker cloth but Challenge has been used on the Clipper Cup sails for the last 20 years.
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High tenacity nylon fibers provide excellent breaking and tear strength, and abrasion resistance
Urethane coated finish for easy cutting on vacuum tables.
Durable coating has excellent adhesion, with no crazing or white-out common on lesser fabrics.
Firm finish provides low stretch and high performance for big boat or dinghy racing.
Available in 94, 144, and even 184 weights for use on Super Yachts.
Dyed bright white finish offers superior UV resistance to natural.
Fabric width is 60" / 150 cm.
Flourecent colors are special order.
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Fibermax 44 - 0.75 oz / 44 gsm
Fibermax 64 - 1.5 oz / 64 gsm
Fibermax 94 - 2.2 oz / 94 gsm
FIbermax 144 - 3.4 oz / 144 gsm
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Super Tenacity nylon fibers provide excellent breaking strength, tear strength, and abrasion resistance
Very tight weave, dense constructions.
Black
Coast-Gold
Dark-Blue
Dark-Navy
Fluorescent-Green
Fluorescent-Pink
Fluorescent-Raspberry
Fluorescent-Yellow
Green
Grey
Light-Blue
Ocean-Blue
Orange
Purple
Red
Yellow
N-FS44
N-FS64
N-FS94
N-FS144
Fibermax
| Fabric ID |
Product |
Style |
Width SM oz gsm |
Construction |
Colors |
| N-FS44 | Fibermax 44 | 0.75 oz | 1.08 46 | 30 x 40 | All |
| N-FS64 | Fibermax 64 | 1.5 oz | 1.63 69 | 70 x 70 | All |
| N-FS94 | Fibermax 94 | 2.2 oz | 2.61 117 | 140 x 140 | W, R, B |
| N-FS144 | Fibermax 144 | 3.4 oz | 3.3 141 | 210 x 210 | W, R, B |
Proven Tough and Durable
Fibermax has been used on the Clipper Round the World race for 20 years. Proven the most durable high performance nylon.
The Future is Now, and it Can’t Wait.
The legacy of Challenge Sailcloth spans four generations in the sailing textile industry. In 1917, our family founded Howe and Bainbridge, one of the first sailcloth companies in the USA. In the 1930s, DuPont® invented synthetic polyester and nylon fibers which we used to create the first Cordura® nylon mainsail cloth. Moving from tar-impregnated cotton sails to technical synthetic textiles started a new era of sailboat racing and innovation. We’ve been leaders at the forefront of textile innovation for over 100 years. Looking forward, our focus is entirely on sustainability within the textile industry.
In 2020, Challenge Sailcloth launched a new company called Challenge Outdoor, spearheaded by world champion sailor and technical textiles expert, Hale Walcoff. Hale had a vision to produce light, durable, and UV resistant materials for the outdoor sports industry using 100% recycled polyester. He wanted to produce fabrics that were best in class for the industry while being environmentally friendly. Challenge Outdoor is dedicated to reducing real-world carbon emissions and promoting clean textile technology. As outdoor enthusiasts, it is our duty to tackle the climate crisis.
This project would not have been possible as recently as five years ago, because recycled and natural component manufacturers had not achieved the performance levels required in strenuous and demanding outdoor sports. Thankfully, the global community demanded green tech, and the investment followed. Moving full speed ahead, our development efforts will be focused on sustainable innovation across our product lines. This is our new race against the clock and a challenge to the industry. Solving the climate crisis requires world-wide collaboration and we welcome you to get on board.
Sustainability Starts with You
Energy-Efficient Manufacturing
Our textiles are produced at eco-friendly facilities powered by hydroelectric energy.
Our innovative manufacturing system eliminates expensive and energy intensive drying ovens, hot rooms for curing, and many other processes needed to laminate Nylon and Polyester with solvent-based adhesive.
We maintain stock in both the U.S. and Asia for better efficiency with our manufacturing partners and brands.