The only line specifically engineered for Kite Sailing applications Q - Power utilizes an internal core consisting of linear strands of very high tenacity Spectra 2000 fiber encased in an extremely tight braided Spectra 2000 sheath. All strength in the line is attributed to the core only, with the overbraid's function limited to keeping the strand bundle together. Since the fibers are linear from the start, there is no continuous 'stretch' as found in traditional line, where the braid tightens with use. Any stretch is therefore limited to the elongation of the actual fibers, which is minimal when compared to braided line. This minimizes the effective diameter and drag.
Minimum drag means Maximum performance.
Retying and adjusting lines is easy. The tight overbraid does not relax like normal line when tension is removed and for this reason the line does not pick up dirt so there is no wear problem caused by dirt trapped in the braid. Line- life is substantially increased. The tight overbraid also has the added benefit of stiffening the line thereby minimizing the tendency for the line to 'self-knot' if the foil collapses. Active People Inc.