Power Kite Forum - Dyneema vs. Spectra Same ?

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posted on 2-11-2007 at 10:53 AM

Dyneema vs. Spectra Same ?

I read that dyneema and spectra are the same. Spectra was just the USA name for dyneema. I find this hard to believe. Can someone clear this up for me. Thank you

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posted on 2-11-2007 at 10:59 AM

This explained it all to me. It is different but not really different.

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posted on 2-11-2007 at 11:32 AM

Here's an interview between Steve from GWTW and Daniel Prentice, kite designer and innovator of Spectra Kite Line. Daniel Prentice is the owner of Shanti.

http://www.gwtw-kites.com/extras/shanti.htm

Should answer any questions you have between Dyneema and Spectra line.

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posted on 2-11-2007 at 12:25 PM

That answers that question. Spectra is the way to go. Thank you