Flysurfer Avid

What is UPE Aramid?
UPE refers to Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), often branded as Dyneema® or Spectra®:
Extreme tensile strength (up to 15x stronger than steel by weight)
Very low density (floats on water, ~0.97 g/cm³)
Outstanding abrasion resistance and low friction.
Excellent chemical resistance and UV stability

What are Aramid fibers?
Branded as Kevlar® or Twaron® these are aromatic polyamides with:
High tensile strength (3 – 3.6 GPa)
Exceptional heat resistance (up to 500°C)
Abrasion and impact resistance
Low elongation under load, making them ideal for structural rigidity

Why combine UPE and Aramid?
Ultra-light (~85 g/m², about half the weight of Dacron).
Extremely stiff (8 PSI equals the rigidity of standard Dacron at 15 PSI)
Deformation-resistant (blocks stretch under load)
Highly durable (tear-resistant, low water absorption)

What are the UPE Aramid Frame advantages?
Ultra-lightweight: At just ~85 g/m², UX10 is nearly half the weight of standard Dacron.
Extreme stiffness: Maintains canopy shape under load for precise handling and explosive pop.
Durability: Resistant to UV, abrasion, and moisture – built for harsh marine environments.

Positioning AVID with UX10
Compared to expensive materials like Aluula, our material mix offers 90% of the stiffness and longevity at a fraction of the cost, making it ideal for premium wings without pushing prices into ultra-high-end territory.

Material comparison:
UX10 (UPE Aramid): ~85 g/m²
Aluula: ~52 – 78 g/m²
N-Weave: ~110 – 120 g/m²
Teijin Dacron: ~150 – 160 g/m²