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I have decided to use spectra 80# for my stunt kite line. Do I really have to pay $15 for a sleeving kit? Or can I get what I need somewhere else? I understand how to do it but would like recommendations regarding what size hollow dacron I'll need for the 80# spectra. Would also like to know what length spectra that 2 line kite flyers recommend. I'm guessing somewhere in the 80 to 100 foot range? Just want to be in the ballpark here.

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Check with INTO THE WIND, they are supporters here, and they sell it by the yard in black and white, you need a yard of each and a dull needle, ah, the guitar high E-string works too.

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Figure of eight knot = no sleeving at all,... I recommend you build a stopper knot into the loop before closing it off too

I tried this but I have big fingers. It was a disaster. YMMV.

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I have a few non-sleeved sets which I'm happy with. I do tend to get cuts on my fingers more often though. No biggy. As far as line length goes, I prefer 100 to 150 foot lines which makes for a large fun window to fly in, especially to music.

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