On Feb 12, 10:14*am, "Steve" wrote:
Can anyone suggest alternatives...

I use fiberglass poles and rods for a number of non-conductive
applications including quads. Here's one supplier in Ohio.

http://www.tencom.com/02/index.htm

I had one supplier in Houston, but I don't remember the company name.
Fiberglass rods and poles were available in 40 foot lengths. Fishing
rods make almost any kind of quad spreader that you might desire.
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73, Cecil, w5dxp.com