When I was first introduced to carbon fiber, I wasn’t convinced. Sure, it’s a durable material, but it is also notoriously expensive. I didn’t understand exactly what it was or why people thought it was such a big deal. But I’ve spent some time researching the various types of carbon fiber, and I now have a better understanding of carbon fiber and what all the hype is about. Let’s take a closer look at its benefits. Strength-to-Weight RatioThe number one reason why carbon fiber is so popular is that the material has a high strength-to-weight ratio. Carbon fiber is stronger than steel but is al…