Re: [Paddlewise] Rudder Cable Replacement

From: Michael Daly <michaeldaly_at_greatlakeskayaker.ca>
Date: Sat, 23 Jun 2007 00:34:55 -0400
Dave Bishop wrote:

> believe it was (if you'll pardon the expression) a four letter word beginning
> with the letter "s".   I believe there was some comment that this stuff could
> well be used  for rudder cables.

You may be thinking of Spectra (in Europe often known as Dyneema). 
However, that's not used for rudder cables.  However, Kevlar cables are 
used in some kayaks - I think Boreal Designs is one company that's using 
it.  I think you can get appropriate Kevlar line in a fishing store - in 
some form of braided line used for catching submarines or something. 
Just make sure it's stronger than what you can leg press.

Mike
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