Aug 28 2008
The quest for lighter, stronger and safer sports equipment has provided added benefits to world-class and recreational athletes – as well as a market opportunity for a number of key DuPont products.
Track shoes use a sole made of DuPont™ Zytel® and running shoes use DuPont™ Delrin® and Zytel® for straps, buckles and eyelets. Inserts are made with DuPont™ Hytrel® for shock absorption and energy recovery.
The hulls of kayaks and canoes, made with DuPont™ Kevlar®, are easier to carry and maneuver because they are lighter than those made from other materials, and their improved impact resistance makes them safer to use. Putting Kevlar® in paddles also increases stiffness, efficiency and impact tolerance.
For more information on kevlar, click here.