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GPL Lite Skin
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Lite SkinTM DIMENSION-POLYANT has developed the Lite Skin ™ * composite product to address an overlapping concern for both racers and cruisers: a light, rugged sailcloth skin for increased durability. The Lite Skin™ is a sheet of random array, non-woven filaments that provides increased abrasion resistance at a minimal weight gain.The Lite Skin™ is further accented with an opaque finish that virtually eliminates the traditional paneled sail appearance, delivering a sleek visual look. Lite Skin™ provides specific advantages when compared to the standard film / film and taffeta products. * patent pending

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• ABRASION RESISTANCE The Lite Skin ™ * is designed specifically for the high end sailor who is looking for better life expectancy in his sail. The Lite Skin ™ provides superior abrasion resistance compared to the film / film styles while protecting the inner scrim construction. • WEIGHT The Lite Skin ™ is 1.3 sm-oz (56g/sqm) lighter than the double taffeta and about the same weight as the internal taffetas.The weight reduction results in more performance and a more durable race product and if used in a cruising application, the sail handling far exceeds other taffeta backed styles. • WATER...

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