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The Shape Shack / Repairing clear finished carbon SIC sup

« on: August 03, 2020, 07:13:26 PM »

Hey Friends,

I'm looking for advice here on repairing my 14' SIC Bullet. It's a custom board that was made as the prototype for the original V2 later produced in Taiwan. It has a number of dings taped up, but got a bigger one recently that deserves a more robust repair. I've done fiberglass repairs before and painted over them. On this board though the finish is clear, see attached photos. I'm seeking to source carbon fiber mat from Gorge Performance. I'd like to maintain the same or similar clear finish if not too difficult.

My questions:
1) What is the appropriate clear epoxy to use?
2) What is the appropriate finish to apply over the epoxied carbon?
3) Does the board being "clear" suffer from UV degradation? The ding in the photo was from a minor fall in the water and my knee hit the rail (pretty light) and caused that. No scrape or bruise on my knee. Seemed to me as if the board had become more fragile possibly due to years of wear and tear from use I suppose.

Thanks for any help or advice.


 

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Classifieds / Ke Nalu Mana 90 blade

« on: June 06, 2019, 12:02:38 PM »

I have a Ke Nalu Mana 90 blade that I might want to get rid of. This post is a feeler to see if anyone might be interested. I'd trade for a Mana 82, or possibly sell it to help buy a Mana 82.

The blade was bought new in August 2017 and is in great condition.

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Gear Talk / SUPs on roof rack for high roof van, any tips?

« on: April 19, 2017, 02:45:07 PM »

We are about to become owners of a 159" wheelbase (not extended) Ram Promaster high roof cargo van (similar to Sprinter or Ford Transit high roof cargo van). The roof is 99" above ground.

I know the Sprinter can fit 14-ft long SUP inside with nose portion in the front cab area, and I assume the Promaster will be similar. However, it would be nice to also have ability to load, unload and strap 14-ft SUPs (two of them at least) up on roof rack on the top of the van. I'm contemplating design of a custom rack and ladder set up. The rack set up would be designed in a manner to support my weight (160 lb) and not dent or deform the thin panel roof.

My questions to the forum are these, for anyone who may have attempted similar:

1) For SUP loading and unloading, is a moveable extension ladder "better" or easier than a fixed ladder either on the side or back?
2) For SUP loading unloading, Is a fixed ladder better on the side or back?
3) Anyone general advice or opinions to share for what makes a good design to load and unload 14-ft SUPs from a high roof van?

Thanks in advance!