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The Shape Shack / Re: Kevlar Rails
« on: July 30, 2010, 10:50:53 AM »
I have a process when doing full kevlar deck and rails. 

I bag on the bottom balsa or veneer.
Shape the rest of the board.
Mask off the bottom balsa rail edge with multiple(3) layers of tape.
Glass the deck, trim rail when its set, top layer of tape goes with it.
Lay out kevlar(crowfoot 285 weave)
Lay out 4oz on top of kevlar
Laminate that and trim rail at tape with very sharp/new razor when set.
Let it cure and then sand down last bits to layer of tape and remove it.
Glass the bottom wrapping over rail and the thin kevlar edge.

The new Resin Research CE epoxy has a UV absorber in it that seems to really protect the kevlar from turning color.  I use kevlar scissors and router bit.

 
 
         

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The Shape Shack / Re: Kevlar Rails
« on: July 29, 2010, 09:01:24 PM »
I always do a layer of glass over the kevlar, and under it as to sandwich it.  The vibration dampening qualities of kevlar is mostly why and when I would use it, as for more control at speed.  The toughness/dingproofness is another nice attribute as well.     

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Gear Talk / Re: New Board Dilema...
« on: June 08, 2010, 08:43:54 PM »
I went from my 10'6 to my 7'11.  It didn't take very long to dial it in and figure out it worked really well for me.  Bottom turns just fine and easy floaters off the top too.  It continues to feel like its the one board that seems to just do it all really well for me.  From 1' to double overhead.  I've loaned it out to several friends and they all seem to like it right from the start too.  Best to go with some personal demos than by going by hearsays or what you think might look right or has the dims.       

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Gear Talk / Re: New Board Dilema...
« on: June 07, 2010, 09:39:23 AM »
I'm 5'10, 190 lb.  I made myself a 7'11 x 29.5 x 4.5 last year and still have no real reason to make me a new one.  I have some ideas like that channel that I'd like to implement for my next one.  I know I wouldn't change much else or make it any longer or much shorter.  The nose looks real crazy but I really like how it performs.  It shortens the length by about 6" and packs the volume where you need it making it plenty stable and its real turny without all that swing weight up front.  The fins also look crazy and the forward rails might also look too thick to some.  It definately doesn't have that look that some would think a surf shape should look like.             

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Gear Talk / Re: newbie question about custom vs manufactured boards?
« on: June 06, 2010, 07:58:34 AM »
The various constructions can make the boards feel differently.  For instance a carbon paddle will feel different than a wood one.  A production board usually has a lightweight core with a thicker, denser skin whereas a handmade usually has a denser core, wood stringer and layers of fiberglass.  Maybe you'll find a construction you like over the other after trying them out.     

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Gear Talk / Re: Can you have too much float?
« on: June 03, 2010, 07:20:51 AM »
A lighter core material can have more buoyancy acceleration and can make a shape feel too corky.

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SUP General / Re: Made in the USA... Do you even care?
« on: May 26, 2010, 10:02:37 PM »
How do you say? "I'd like that dog well done and extra crispy pleeze."

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Gear Talk / Re: PSH 9'6 WAA 2009 vs 2010?
« on: May 24, 2010, 09:25:20 PM »
Here's what I know about bamboo in boards.  I've never used it and don't seem inclined to even bother with it unless I wanted to pursue some green marketing angle or use the looks of it.  I know there is a nice cloth made from it that is very strong but it also can be a bit heavy as it can take on loads of resin.  Sure you can vacuum bag some of the resin out but how green is that.  I did a repair on a bamboo veneered surfboard many years ago and used some balsa in the repair area.  The board is back in the shop for some more repairs on the bamboo and the owner said the strongest part of the board is where the balsa repair that I did many years ago is.  I also have a friend who bought a couple of Firewire surfboards and the one with the bamboo broke on one of his first days on it.  It didn't surprise me that it broke as I think its just too stiff in the way that it is implemented in their construction.  I usually see him riding one of his favorite custom surfboards now.  A broken board or one that needs constant repairs is not the greenest item.  

Here's what I know about molded boards.  IMO, Usually just way too much chatter.      

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SUP General / Re: Made in the USA... Do you even care?
« on: May 22, 2010, 10:20:44 AM »
I have found that I prefer the way some materials and constructions feel when riding on a wave.  I like a board to always feel connected and easy to control.  A very weak and lightweight core, especially without any stringers, just feels too hollow and bouncy to me.          

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SUP General / Re: Made in the USA... Do you even care?
« on: May 21, 2010, 07:03:59 PM »
I've been riding my custom board for about a year now and it seems like I already have several people around here that are very interested to buy it used whenever I choose to sell it.  I'd have to make me a new one first and I don't really feel like I would need to change much of anything about it.  New boards are nice but so is only having to need just one board that has that lasting impression.       

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SUP General / Re: Made in the USA... Do you even care?
« on: May 20, 2010, 07:03:13 PM »
I don't think I've ever heard anyone say they only ride boards made in a particular overseas factory.  The famous brand name and the price they paid is something that might be herd.  Yeah I'll admit it, I went to McD's the other day and enjoyed a couple of tasty cheeseburgers off of their dollar menu.            

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SUP General / Re: Made in the USA... Do you even care?
« on: May 19, 2010, 02:12:12 PM »
I live in Oregon and I only ride boards and sails that are made in Oregon, USA.
That just happens to be how it is for me right now and its not because I say it has to always be that way for me.  I think my paddle was made in Washington.

Seems like everyone has their own different reasons for choosing boards.  I've heard people say things like they only ride Hawaiian boards, or a molded production, or a particular construction/materials, sponsored and so on.


  
 

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Gear Talk / Re: custum vs big name.
« on: May 06, 2010, 07:41:42 AM »
I'd probably want to demo a shape beforehand in the proper conditions.       
There's cause and effects with different shapes, fins, weight, materials and construction.  A board that looks nice too also helps with the full effect.       

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Gear Talk / Re: JimmyStyks sup
« on: May 04, 2010, 09:44:01 AM »
The way I like to install future boxes can usually cover over their logo.  I want it to be light and secured in there.  Its all about the details.  Perhaps they do something similar.

 

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The Shape Shack / Re: Thrailkill fin setup
« on: April 29, 2010, 11:28:19 AM »
I've been using the Thrailkill Single-Twin on my 7'11" for about a year now and have no reason to change a thing.  Luke wanted side-biter option on his.  I also have the Thrailkill ST on my windsurf board.     

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