q line vs dyneema/spectra

[ricki]

I used to change out factor supplied spectra lines with Q line when it wore out. Q line works very well with the added advantage that you don't need to sew sleeves over the loops as with spectra lines. You do need to prestretch Q line, then cut it to length and simply tie loops with figure 8 knots and you're good to go. Bulk rolls of Q line used to be less costly than buying specta line sets, not sure if it still is.

[Kiteboarding Tampa Bay]

Q-Line is just as Russky described- like a wire, and feels weird. If your line lengths are off even a tiny bit, you will feel it. While I liked the line itself, I found them to be a serious pain to unwind and was glad to go back to regular lines.

The best thing about them is the high pitched singing sound they make when flying.
People are less likely to cut you off if you sound like an airplane going by.

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