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First shaping (so many mistakes)-rails specifically
Forums: General DiscussionHey everyone, I was hoping to get some insight on how to improve my technique on my next board. I had a nice symmetrical shape prior to trying to put the rails in. I don't...
View ArticleRoad Condition
Forums: General DiscussionHavent heard anything in awhile. What's going on with Hwy 1 and Big Sur? Was looking thru some pics last night of the well known "Secret Spot". Glad I got in on Canyons and...
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Zap glue for snackles (rail and stringer)
Forums: General DiscussionAfter digging through the archives i think I've settled on fixing the several rail snackles and possibly the stringer cracks with zap glue. As I sand the rails, if glass is...
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Show Your Ugly Tools
Topics: TOOLSForums: General Discussionjury-rigged, jerry-built, multi-use, or single-purpose show off your hideous beasts of necessity that get the job done (faces not eligible for entry)throwing 'the...
View ArticleSquash Tail
Forums: General DiscussionI have wandered from time to time; What is the definition of "Squash Tail". What are the origins of the name? Any speculation on the term? How would you describe a...
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Channel Islands 2 tab fin box
Forums: General DiscussionI've received a fin box repair for a Channel Islands that has a 2 tab CI fin box. I have no idea where to obtain this box. CI customer service does not reply to emails and...
View ArticleDel Mar Boardroom Show October 9&10 2021
Forums: General Discussioni haven't seen any announcement or talk of it here, but it's on. October 9 & 10 at the Ehibition Hall Del Mar. It's time to come out of our shells. We've been clammed up...
View ArticleStandard DIY EPS vs surfboard EPS
Forums: General DiscussionHi,Are EPS foam blocks meant for surfboard really different from the EPS foam you can buy in hardware store (meant for building isolation etc..)I'm looking forward to run...
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Board 2 (better but still shite)
Forums: General DiscussionGood Morning everyone,I took your suggestions from the first board on board. Big changes: Used a masonite template which honestly was much easier than cardboard, cost 9.99 and...
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Ventura longboard
Forums: General DiscussionI got a new hip in January. I had relagated myself to prone riding on body boards, etc. the last few years because I had no pop-up, but I'm considering giving stand-up another...
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Traction pad location on a bonzer
Forums: General DiscussionOk, pretty simple. For far back should i put the traction pad on this Bonzer?Im worried to far and the leash will get all messed...
View ArticleTips for using red and black tints/pigments
Forums: General DiscussionI'm going to build a board for a friend and the main base colors of the board will be red and black. Probably pigments instead of tints. But I have no experience working with...
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Crack under the hotcoat
Forums: General DiscussionHey folks, just noticed this crack under the hotcoat starting at an old fix (not my handiwork) on the bottom of my nose. I can't feel it with my nail at all so not in at least...
View ArticleCork & high density foam source - Queensland
Forums: General DiscussionDoes anyone know a source for cork for a deck and possibly some high density foam?I'm in Brisbane but either Gold Coast (where the board will be shaped) or the Snshone Coast...
View ArticleHow to resin swirl?
Forums: General DiscussionIm looking to do my first resin swirl on a 6' board and I would like some feed back on my approach.. My biggest concern since im using Poly would be inappropriate amounts of...
View ArticleStrongest 4oz Fiberglass?
Forums: General DiscussionHi, I'm making a high performance shortboard and have a few questions about the fiberglass cloth.I like the weight of the standard 4E + 4E deck/4E bottom but they are far too...
View ArticleAssymetrical nose and tail mechanics
Forums: General DiscussionI am struggling to understand the mechanics and benefits of most asymmetrical designs. Why is the toe side tail extended and heel side shorter? Should there not be more volume...
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Stoked with new Bing
Forums: General DiscussionI'm so stoked with how my new custom designed Bing turned out I just had to share it with this group. As you can see the acid splash is something to behold. Hats off to...
View ArticleLokbox Vacuum Jig
Forums: General DiscussionHi there,I am looking for a lokbox vacuum jig for installing bahne boxes. Does anyone know where I can get one?Thank you,Natasha
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Redone shape for the eyes of swaylock
Forums: General DiscussionHey guys,We still cant glass yet here because its freezing. To occupy my time I looked at the first board I made and unfortunately it was atrocious and I needed to have the...
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