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spandex
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thumb|Elastic material used in the fabrics of a summer cycling kit|cycling attire comprising a jersey, [[bib shorts and gloves]]
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thumb|Elastic material used in the fabrics of a summer cycling kit|cycling attire comprising a jersey, [[bib shorts and gloves]]
Spandex, Lycra, or elastane is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is a polyether-polyurea copolymer that was invented in 1958 by chemist Joseph Shivers at DuPont. thumb|Colourless spandex yarn
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