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Re: Surfboard: these small cracks normal?

Postby sarc » Fri Oct 15, 2021 5:10 am

That's going to leak water especially as the board flexes, a dollop of any good glue (like Scotch glue) will buy you peace of mind. Even if the cork is waterproof why take chances?

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Re: Surfboard: these small cracks normal?

Postby kiterocky » Fri Oct 15, 2021 8:40 am

The problem Is the cork underneath and the delamination ...this year they change material to avoid all the problem with Cork inside. Maybe 2022 dont break Easy as before .

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Re: Surfboard: these small cracks normal?

Postby Robsw6 » Fri Oct 15, 2021 9:18 am

i wouldn't bother repairing damage as minor as that, otherwise you'll be forever at it - I would clean it up with an alcohol wipe and patch it with one of these - they are v good and last forever - plus barely visible (providing you use the smaller version without the graphics !!):

https://www.halifaxpaddlesurf.com/produ ... ng-patches

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Re: Surfboard: these small cracks normal?

Postby 1234567Simon » Fri Oct 15, 2021 9:57 am

Suck on it. If you tast „epoxy“ or chemicals from the inside you should repair.

If not…. „Go shred!“


If you could make a picture with some size indication, like a coin.

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Re: Surfboard: these small cracks normal?

Postby Weatherman112 » Fri Oct 15, 2021 10:13 am

Here some more pictures:
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Guess i'll put some of that tape over it to make sure there is no water comming in.


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