: I got asked this at work earlier today. I have no idea how we got
: on the subject. Has any one incorporated plain woven silk fabric
: into their laminations (ie the exterior of a stripper)? On the
: surface silk should work: Silk IS one of the strongest natural
: fibers around and is very tough. It was used for early
: bulletproof vests and for parachutes. Laminating into a
: composite? No idea... I'm sure the surfboarders have tried it!

: I did some quick pursuing of the internet and it seems to top out
: at around 4.5 oz/sy. Cost: about $12/yard for 40" wide.
:
: http://www.plumridge.com/ProductDetail.jsp?LISTID=80000CB0-1196468281

: =D

Hi Dan,

Will be interested in hearing if you get any replies, I've not heard of it being used.

Bill H.