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The Shape Shack / Re: Is anyone here making their own FINS for removable boxes?

« on: February 01, 2015, 07:14:31 AM »

Here's an old 3 part video on how to make wood or bamboo fins.

Same technique for fiberglass fins.

Also, for home made centerfins use the http://greenlightsurfsupply.com/products/universal-fin-tab to simplify the build and make it stronger.

~Brian

www.greenlightsurfsupply.com

Shape Your Surfing Experince

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Gear Talk / Re: Any info on the new FCS Handle with intergrated vent

« on: April 09, 2013, 10:02:18 AM »

Just wanted to let you guys know the FCS handles have arrived:

http://greenlightsurfsupply.com/fcs-sup-handle-w-goretex-vent.aspx

~Brian
www.greenlightsurfsupply.com
Shape Your Surfing Experience

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The Shape Shack / Stringerless 10'6" Flatwater Glassing Questions

« on: April 01, 2011, 04:49:36 AM »

Hi All,

Just got a 1.5# density stringerless SUP blank for myself and want to make a nice 10'6" flatwater paddler for summertime workouts.

My question is, what is the preferred glassing schedule for a stringerless SUP? I've read posts more geared towards shorter wave riding SUPs that are glassed to maintain the flex but I assume the flat water boards should rigid...

Also, I have 50" wide 6oz. cloth. Should I bring the laps further into the deck to add rigidity?

Thanks in advance,

~Brian
www.greenlightsurfsupply.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 06:03:49 AM »

Here are the fins finished . Will have a SUP board done in a couple of days to show you the fins in proper form.

Screw access hole for adjustability in 10.5" box

Mahalo,Larry

www.ProBoxfinsystems.com
http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 06:00:07 AM »

Here's the Greenlight Bamboo Dagger fin foiled.

Mahalo, Larry
http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 05:58:57 AM »

For those of you who like the Bamboo fins, here is a Dagger fin blank cut out of 3/8" thick material from Greenlight.

Mahalo,Larry
http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 05:57:55 AM »

The Thresher fin is also a single or Dagger combo with a more upright plan shape for quick pivot turning action with alittle twist off the tip. This fin works in a wider range of tail designs, wide and narrow.

http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 05:56:42 AM »

This Ninja Fin is used in the rear on single fin SUPs or can be used with a Dagger up front combo. This fin plan shape is designed to work in boards with the center box further up in the range of 13" or more for easy turning abilty and hold.

http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / A LOOK at '09 SUP fins from FIBRE GLAS FIN COMPANY

« on: November 22, 2008, 05:55:44 AM »

ProBox Larry asked me to post some new SUP fins for him since he is not on this forum:

Hi Guys, Thought I would share some new SUP fin designs I have been working on for the past few months. The pics are of the Thresher and Ninja rear fins with a Dagger fin for open ocean and lakes. These fins are designed to fit a standard center fin box( HI-Surf Center Box is made by Fibre Glas Fin) with approx. 4" of forward and back adjustment on 9'6" SUP'S and up.The Dagger fin for 10'6" SUP'S and up. Please feel free to ask any questions. Mahalo,Larry

Mahalo,Larry
http://www.ProBoxfinsystems.com

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The Shape Shack / Re: Paddle blade shapes

« on: October 31, 2008, 06:35:29 AM »

Very nice Daniel!

The bamboo layups look really cool.

If you want to put some curve in the blades you can steam the bamboo and clamp it over a form to set the shape.

Then glass it...

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The Shape Shack / Re: Bamboo Stretch-Glassing Technique

« on: October 30, 2008, 01:39:26 PM »

Bonjour Daniel!

Excellent board! Nice veneer work. Very classy looking.

Good idea to tint the final lamination layer if you want a bright white look since the bamboo fiberglass has a slightly natural tan color.

Keep up the good work!

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The Shape Shack / Re: Bamboo Stretch-Glassing Technique

« on: October 27, 2008, 07:41:31 AM »

Hey Yohan,
Thanks for the compliment. Wish I had more time to make SUPs. I think they are a lot of fun because you can get into a rhythm doing real long rail bands. Like going for a stroll in the park

Yes, we sell the bamboo veneers. Feel free to email us for specs and pricing.
You'll get 2 laminations per bamboo cloth piece at 33" wide. The bamboo comes 60" wide and stretches about 125% of it's original dimensions so you can get a nice lap over a thick SUP rail...
No other material comes close to the workability of the bamboo cloth. It is an isotropic material so it can conform to any compound curve easily. No need to cut "V" notches like fiberglass.
The effective bamboo weight is 5 oz, but it does absorb epoxy resin due to it being a natural fibre. Resin absorption is controlled by your squeegee technique to minimize excess waste and weight.

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