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by Kaito
Mon Jul 23, 2018 11:38 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: My first kitesurf board! Eps Foam okay ?
Replies: 22
Views: 6435

Re: My first kitesurf board! Eps Foam okay ?

Option B; find a cheap used surfboard and add a couple layers of fiberglass on the deck.
If you find this difficult, or can't make it through the process, don't bother attempting a full-on build (^^;)

Good luck!
K.
by Kaito
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:42 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

At the risk of sounding ignorant - I'm interested in a project like this over the winter here in Minnesota, and I recognize it looks like a lot of work and a Vader or Vanguard shaped MPH may be a long shot for a first board. Where might I start by ordering a blank, what tools are necessary, etc etc...
by Kaito
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:27 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

kaito-san That is beautiful! I hope it rides as well or better than the Vader, I had a ride on one recently and was blown away with the speed. Magic board....and for the record your's looks better. You do work to be proud of. What did you use to cut down 1/2 the finbox that goes into the channel? T...
by Kaito
Thu Sep 15, 2016 11:05 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

HI Kaito, even tho not all of us comment, you should know that your work is highly admired around the World :) Arigato PS I was under impression you'll use Black Diamond Vector Net, as this are seen on many boards :) The glue advice is applicable to BDiamond as well. Thanks for mentioning that down...
by Kaito
Wed Sep 14, 2016 11:06 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

Zob, wood1, rynhardt, Kami, thanks so much for the niceness : )
Hope to get out on it today in some pre-typhoon wind and waves 8)
Can't wait!
by Kaito
Wed Sep 14, 2016 6:15 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

Long process, with much learned! Finally content with the boards finish & can call it 'DONE'! :D Attached a few pics to get better view of the shape, vector net in standing area & DIY front pad (NSI long diamond cut). For anyone curious, and maybe if you want to take note and learn from my mistakes ...
by Kaito
Wed Aug 31, 2016 6:39 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: 5-0 DIY Vader
Replies: 31
Views: 9715

Re: 5-0 DIY Vader

Quick update on boards progress... Fully wrapped with - deck: 4,4+Vector net & 4oz patch at standing area. - bottom: 4oz. (yes...prob on thin side...) Had to fix a botched rail lap, so rails have an additional 4oz, which prob works out, as this protects ding prone rails & adds to boards rigidity. We...
by Kaito
Mon Aug 08, 2016 11:21 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: King Of Watersports UK Feedback - Fantastic Service
Replies: 41
Views: 12681

Re: King Of Watersports UK Feedback – Fantastic Service

Purchased an alienair from them, excellent communication and the board with me exactly when promised. Great to hear you had a nice transaction with them Barbs. I recv'd an update & was told last week my order would be shipped & with me this week. We'll see if they keep their promise with me & hope ...
by Kaito
Wed Aug 03, 2016 5:52 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: King Of Watersports UK Feedback - Fantastic Service
Replies: 41
Views: 12681

Re: King Of Watersports UK Feedback – Fantastic Service

I recently ordered 2 kites from king of water sports within the last few months to the usa and although it took about 3 days and a phone call to inquire about the orders the kites came in about 4 days after shipping . i would say their service is good and best off all i saved a couple dollars on th...
by Kaito
Wed Aug 03, 2016 12:25 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: King Of Watersports UK Feedback - Fantastic Service
Replies: 41
Views: 12681

Re: King Of Watersports UK Feedback – Fantastic Service

Greetings from the far east all, The thread topic is titled "UK Feedback", however seeing that others have added their experiences from all over, I thought I'd share my experience with "king" of water sports.. I ordered a RE harness on 20 July. Two weeks now, no product & after I inquired, one statu...

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