How to Make a Surfboard - Wet Sanding, Summary and Riding Part 09

[@Dylangj08]

Any reason in particular that you are hand sanding instead of throwing a sandpaper on a pad on the polisher? I’m about to polish my first board and every other polishing video people use machines to sand before polishing. A lot seem to use machines on the hot coat too but I hand sanded with much better results than I did when trying the machine. Thanks for these awesome videos!

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Do you mean wetsanding? I find it to messy with a machine, may give it a try again next time. Also I don't want to burn through the hot/gloss coat, hand sanding takes longer but I get better control.

[@Dylangj08]

Yes, wet sanding by hand vs machine was what I meant. I’m ended up doing it by hand last night like you showed. Though it took a long time I liked not having to worry about issues like burn through. I really liked how you explained wet sanding, how/why it works. Yours is the first video, of multiple I’ve watched, to talk about this. I have never wet sanded before so I appreciated the explanation. I was blown away by how much the sand paper stuck to the wet board at times! Does it stick when machine wet sanding or at those rpms does it not stick? The first time it stuck to the board I was very thankful it didn’t happen with using spinning machine.

[@AndrewWorkshop]

@@Dylangj08 Glad you were successful in wet sanding and my explanation helped. Yeah totally the sand paper can really stick, holding at an angle really helps, I found the machine doesn't stick too much because of the torque of the polisher but it can move the board around so some grippy mats on the stands is really important. Maybe the next board I'll used the polisher for wet sanding and see how it goes and show it. Thanks for raising this :)

[@davidhall5476]

Hi Andrew, I have enjoyed watching every part of this video series. I have never made a surfboard before but have a blank for a 9'6" sat in my workshop ready to go. What's so cool about your video series is that I can now see the stages broken down and don't feel intimidated by the process. If my board comes out half as good as yours I will be so pleased. Thanks for the series, I look forward to the fish build - my wife is considering what she would like if the longboard is succesful (likely to be a fish/mal).Thanks again Dave

[@ThePixelHoarder]

Andrew, I really enjoyed your video series. This was very comprehensive, educational not to mention extremely helpful. I have been surfing since I was six. I spend a lot of time in the waves, however I have never attempted to make my own boards. All my boards have been shop purchased by local surfers. I have a few time splurged and ordered custom boards. I have grown up with the sons of old shapers, Terry Martin and Danny Brawner both shaped and glassed for Hobie Surfboards. I made the comment to a friend " I've learned more about shaping and glassing a surfboard from a guy who lives in Canada, than I have from all the Shapers I know or grew up with in San Clemente." I am looking forward to shaping my first board, now that I have watched your video series. However, my first attempt will be a little more adventurous. I am going to attempt to build a hallow core wood board.

[@freeheeldude]

Great vlog as always Andrew. Lovely looking board. I hope to make something like this in the future.

[@_.-._Hades_.-._]

Hello from France can’t wait for the fish video !!! Thanks for your advice and the knowledge share !

[@mikenuke]

Nice job! I would propose next time, you should glass your 3D printed fins! I have done it and they work fine for my sup.

[@MrCapiroto66]

These are the best surfboard shaping videos on youtube. Straight to the point and very explanatory ... I learn a lot here. Thank you! (Sorry about my english, is not my native language)

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Thank you!

[@maxtulberg3534]

Sweet board man. Currently shaping my first board. This series has been super informative. Thanks a bunch!

[@RunningonVegan]

Could you provide a link for the traction pads? Sick board by the way. Keep the vids coming!

[@jamesroscoe7555]

Andrew, Swell Composites in BC sells both Marko EPS blanks and Arctic Foam PU blanks - same as used by pro shapers (eg iirc Pyzel). Of course the challenge is shipping and it is cheaper if you buy multiple blanks. Not sure where East Coast shapers get their blanks... Would you go with polyester resin over PU or stick with epoxy? There's a cost to strength trade off, but some other pros and cons also... Longboard looks amazing!

[@jessejamesb]

can't wait for the next 3d printed board. I got impatient and bought a softie for this season.

[@TheHejceg]

Nice job! I watch all the parts and it makes me think to build my own. Just a suggestion regarding the 3D printed parts to make it last for ever. You should print them flat to make them way stronger. You have to cut them in 2 piece and glue them together but it will hold your weight. Just an idea. :)

[@kingsimaviation]

Long board came out super nice! Love it great motivator keep up the good work!

[@tomwilliams6849]

You might want to try standing further back on the tail as you try a turn - ie. lifting the nose out of the water to stop it from catching quite so much. Epic looking board and another great build mate!

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Thanks! Yeah gotta get used to putting my foot further back.

[@backonboard5358]

I love your channel, thank you for making this series! Looking forward to your fish build series!

[@thebandlounge]

20:37... 9' 8 inches ;) VERY NICE JOB MAN!

[@hineskittvelvett198]

I love your videos. You got something good here.

[@onanimation]

Nice video, learning a lot from you! Could you please add the link to the grip that you mention from Alice press. Many thanks in advance!

[@TheBernie1962]

That's a really nice looking long board well done.

[@dukea4672]

I would also like to know what traction pads you placed on this board and where you got them? Thanks for the videos, our family watches them together.

[@WaveWasters]

Board looks super fun, the traction looks interesting. Wonder how it will hold up in freezing winter temps we get.

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Hopefully it will be a while before I find out lol

[@ecm4939]

Another great series! Keep it up!

[@tracky2009]

Hey Andrew, just did my first board. I have some air bubbles... how to deal with them and how to avoid? Grtz steven

[@Jim-fe2xz]

Very nice!

[@theoroques]

finally !!!!🏄🏽

[@MarcosValbor]

Hello everyone, I have a question ware to get the foam to build the surfboard. Thanks.

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Look around at your local hardware stores or check industrial parks for companies that make and cut foam, if you are looking for just the foam. If you want to get a surfboard blank, check online for surf suppliers.

[@alexandrecruz5067]

In the future try working on a mini simmons!

[@AndrewWorkshop]

Love it, so many boards to make!

[@coolboi6924]

Can u do a tutorial abt how to order fins and fin boxes on aliexpress plz

[@AndrewWorkshop]

I like it, will put it on the todo list.

[@coolboi6924]

Broo Nice work

[@Sixnsun]

Top video 🤙🤙

[@BruxoPaint]

Beaultiful bro 👏👏👏👏👍🤝🙏🇧🇷

[@finn-rouvensuchau1970]

What about a fish Board next time?:)

[@AndrewWorkshop]

A short video for a fish board coming some day :)

[@JC-rb4ux]

What is the weight of a board?

[@AndrewWorkshop]

This board weighs 21 lbs

[@JC-rb4ux]

@@AndrewWorkshop 9.5 kg