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Re: Spectra Cable Source

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Originally Posted by Dale View Post
Many boating supply companies sell Amsteel, from Samson, which is basically like braided, stronger Spectra. 7/64" is the smallest diameter I've seen, though, if size is an issue. Just Google Amsteel. This stuff is amazing with the 7/64" having a strength of 1,600 lbs and 1/8" going to 2,500 pounds. Strength goes down fast as you tie or bend any rope but still...

http://www.samsonrope.com/index.cfm?rope=192
Great find. Thank you Dale.
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