Q: Are these actually carbon fiber, and are they strong?

Yes, they’re prepreg carbon fiber with a proprietary Kevlar backing layer on the inner construction. We build them with prepreg-autoclave technology, where the resin is integrated during production, which gives a better strength-to-weight result than wet-layup or vacuum infusion. So you get an exposed carbon shell that’s genuinely light, backed by Kevlar for durability. Two finishes are offered: Gloss and Satin base coat.