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by RYM Experimentals
Sat Jan 02, 2016 8:47 am
Forum: Aprés Ski Building
Topic: Seattle/Eastside area get together for local builders?
Replies: 52
Views: 45229

I'm in for finding a time this month to get together, should we try and line up a day? My local spot is Alpy but Ill travel if others want to do it somewhere else.
by RYM Experimentals
Fri Nov 13, 2015 6:41 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Quick question on Isosport nylon topsheet material...
Replies: 6
Views: 5343

I should have clarified, I'm using the clear nylon.
by RYM Experimentals
Thu Nov 12, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Quick question on Isosport nylon topsheet material...
Replies: 6
Views: 5343

Quick question on Isosport nylon topsheet material...

I just got a Isosport nylon topsheet printed by Miller that's going on a deck soon. First time I've used this material. Question is do I need to flame it like Duravision before layup?

Thanks, -D
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Nov 09, 2015 3:37 pm
Forum: Journals: Log Your Ski Building Progress
Topic: New website for RYM
Replies: 6
Views: 5192

Thanks all, You guys are tough but I would expect nothing less. Fixed the link in my signature so it works again, rotated the pics and I'm working on the text. I'm not a web designer, just a board builder so one step at a time. More to come so give it another look in while, in the meantime... pray f...
by RYM Experimentals
Fri Nov 06, 2015 10:31 pm
Forum: Journals: Log Your Ski Building Progress
Topic: New website for RYM
Replies: 6
Views: 5192

Thanks Twizz, I want folks to know that I'm using a vacuum press but Ill change the language a bit so it talks it up. Good heads up, that's the feedback I was hoping to get. For our 2nd annual get together, how about we shoot for Mid December? They should be in full operation by then (fingers crosse...
by RYM Experimentals
Fri Nov 06, 2015 9:42 pm
Forum: Journals: Log Your Ski Building Progress
Topic: New website for RYM
Replies: 6
Views: 5192

New website for RYM

So its not entirely up and working yet but thought Id share what I have with my Skibuilders friends so far to give a preview. Let me know if I said anything stupid. Thanks for looking. -D

http://www.rymeexperimentals.com
by RYM Experimentals
Wed Oct 21, 2015 4:24 pm
Forum: Journals: Log Your Ski Building Progress
Topic: Wenatchee High School builds some skis
Replies: 6
Views: 5340

I sent them an email congratulating them on their efforts and invited them to join the forum so don't be surprised if you see them up here.
by RYM Experimentals
Wed Oct 21, 2015 4:22 pm
Forum: Materials and Supplies
Topic: Where we can find spread tow carbon fiber in America?
Replies: 8
Views: 7626

Anyone have a favorite runny/high viscosity resin that post cures at 180F or less? I use Tap Plastic's Marine grade resin, it works really well in vacuum pressing. Low VOC's and plenty of work time makes it the resin of choice for me. A little expensive but a good all around epoxy. Haven't had any ...
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 19, 2015 4:09 pm
Forum: Journals: Log Your Ski Building Progress
Topic: Wenatchee High School builds some skis
Replies: 6
Views: 5340

Wenatchee High School builds some skis

Sharing this video of Wenatchee High School students documentary on building their own skis for a shop project. Pretty cool!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8W8AJck ... dium=email
by RYM Experimentals
Wed Oct 14, 2015 4:39 pm
Forum: Equipment and Tools (e.g., ski press, core profiler, etc)
Topic: Vacuum Pump advice
Replies: 15
Views: 13149

Ill probably get trashed for this post but here goes.... Ive found its not so much about the pump power but rather the seal, I use a cheap 2 stage from Harbor Freight and have pressed probably 40 decks on the thing and still keeps going. I get 29 in/hg out of it and I use an aluminum sheet on the bo...
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 12, 2015 6:51 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Layup issues
Replies: 13
Views: 10132

Just noticed that your limited to biax glass? It will be hard to get a stiff ride out of biax. Id recommend ordering up some triax and give that a shot.
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 12, 2015 6:47 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Camber centre under foot centre?
Replies: 6
Views: 5679

We've done it a few different ways and I prefer the camber to be setback a bit 20-30mm but I also like the surf feel (for snowboards). If your going after more of a park setup than I would go with camber centered to the sidecut. Never tried one with the camber pushed forward. Would probably force yo...
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 12, 2015 6:43 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Quadrax fiberglass
Replies: 6
Views: 5977

Quadrax fiberglass is overkill in my opinion. Too heavy and no added gain for a snowboard. If you want a really stiff deck add a layer of unidirectional carbon (again more weight) or a couple 2" wide strips of it. Or use 22oz glass instead of 19/20oz. Harder to find though. I think snowboard ma...
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 12, 2015 6:36 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Beginners Questions
Replies: 75
Views: 51541

Here's my 3 cents.... Q1; I use SnoCAD as well but not for my camber. I do that by what seems right when I'm setting up my press (I have a adjustable vacuum press so its easy to change to what looks/feels right) ***And I know a compression press is better and Ill get there someday, hopefully when I ...
by RYM Experimentals
Mon Oct 12, 2015 6:25 pm
Forum: Ski/Snowboard Design and Layup
Topic: Magnatraction? Need some advice.
Replies: 6
Views: 5808

Thanks Gav. Appreciate the advice, I like the 5 point idea better than 7. I'm using SnoCAD to design it and they do have a 5 point option in the software but it asks how deep you want the serrations. Ill take Chrismp's advice as well and go check out a few at the shops to see how deep others are goi...