CASE BREAK PAVILION IS NOW ACCEPTING BREAKERS!

Breakers Interested in setting up for the 2025 Chicago National email Ripping Wax at david@rippingwax.com. Please use the subject line 2025 Chicago National. 

What to Expect:

The Case Break Pavilion is expanding to a new, improved, and larger space:

✔ 6 Days of non-stop breaking action
✔ 200+ Breakers bringing the heat
✔ 7,000+ Streaming Hours LIVE from The National
✔ Massive Giveaways – from CyberTrucks to some of the biggest pulls of The National!

Stay tuned as we reveal this year’s incredible lineup of breakers and exclusive promotions at the biggest breaking event of the year!

Get ready for the ultimate breaking experience – bigger and better than ever!

Ripping Wax has truly transformed the sports card and collectibles industry, becoming a leader in group pack openings, also known as "breaking." Founded in 2011 by collectibles industry veteran David Gelfman, Ripping Wax offers enthusiasts—whether seasoned collectors or beginners—the chance to collect cards for their favorite teams or divisions in a highly cost-effective way.

The concept is simple: you purchase spots in a group break, and our trusted breaking teams open the packs live on stream. One popular option is the Pick Your Team (PYT) Break, where participants select specific teams (or multiple teams) to buy into before the break. As the packs are ripped open, every card pulled for your chosen team(s) belongs to you! Whether you're watching the break live or not, this offers a unique way to collect without spending thousands of dollars on entire cases of cards to get the ones you want.

This innovation, made possible by advancements in live video streaming, has opened up a more affordable and engaging way to collect. Before breaks, collectors had to purchase entire cases to get team-specific cards. Now, they can access the same cards for a fraction of the cost through group breaks.

Whether you're an experienced collector or new to the hobby, we invite you to join our community. Visit our breaking operations to learn more, and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Updated List of Breakers That Will be Attending The National

As of 7/7/25