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Quick Reference of available carbon-fibre weaves - 2x2 twill Known as 2x2 twill (imagine a weave where the wool goes under 2, over 2), the most popular weave in kit-car and motorsport circles. The standard weave used by Caterham, Westfield, etc. 1x1 twill This is a finer weave than the 2x2 twill. Negligibly stronger and heavier than the 2x2 twill, very popular in Europe and with the modified car scene. Kevlar Famous for use in bulletproof vests but in automotive applications, such as these, generally chosen due to the yellow tinge! Alutex Similar to 2x2 twill weave but with a silver appearance. Popular when matching components with aluminium bodied or silver cars. Polyster Black fibreglass (included as an alternative to the carbon-fibre options), none of the strength/weight advantages of the composite materials but significantly lower in price. Internal Link: Shaping and fitting carbon fibre components Internal Link: Guide to carbon-fibre weaves External Link: Wikipedia entry on carbon-fibre External LInk: Carbon fibre in Formula One