Instructions on how to build a balsawood surfboard
We provide detailed surfboard building instructions in the form of a
DVD
downloadable written instructions or
a printed version delivered to your doorstep
Scroll down to see all available options. Although the instructions show you how to make a balsawood surfboard you can use them for any timber surfboard. Any questions? Send us an email at balsasurfboardsriley@gmail.com
DVD
DVD-TESTIMONIALS
"Hey Mark, thanks for the great DVD– I ordered it online
and had it within 2 weeks – great service! It was very informative; I liked how
you concentrate on one board to show how to make it rather that changing to all
different type boards. The sound is a bit bumpy but nothing major. I’ll buy
some balsa from you soon and will use the $30 credit voucher that was included
(good idea!). Cannot wait to get into it and I will send you some photos of the
finished product. Thanks again"
Matthias, Rostock Germany
"I received the DVD and have started. I'm really stoked at this project.Thanks!"
Raphael, California
Instructional DVD
Balsa wood surfboards - shaping: Finally an instructional DVD on how to make your own solid balsa wood surfboards is out.
Sit back and relax while renowned Australian shaper Mark Riley shares his secrets of making a solid balsa wood surfboard with you. Covering everything from selecting the wood to ready for glassing, this 65min DVD won't leave a question unanswered.
Chapters include:
1. Tools & Safety
2. Balsawood – selecting the sticks
3. Rocker template
4. The Glue up
5. Stringers
6. The Plan shape
7. Rocker Clean up
8. Nose & Tail Block
9. Wood Imperfections
10. The Finish Plan Shape
11. The Rails
12. Final Sand & Sealer Coat
The DVD also includes written instructions that take you through the process step by step.
When you purchase this DVD there will be an individual code on it. As soon as you're ready to purchase your balsa wood or blank, let us know your code and get a $30 discount!
OUT NOW!
All displayed prices are Australian Dollars. Simply convert to your currency using the form at the bottom of this page.
Please note: The youtube video below is a trailer and contains only snap shots from the actual video – the video is filmed live and runs for 65 minutes.
Written Instructions (downloadable & print version)
TESTIMONIAL
"Thank you guys for these great instructions! I've downloaded others over the years and wasn't happy. But your's finally got it right and combined well written text with close up images. Thanks again! Will send a pic of the finished board."
Cheers
David Summer
"Really informative, makes me want to get into the shed and make one"
James
Download-able Instructions
DOWNLOAD INSTANTLY!
As an alternative to our instructional DVD we have released a high quality “How to make a balsawood surfboard” instructional book. This 18-page guide features detailed explanations along with close-up images of all steps involved in making a solid balsawood surfboard. Renowned Australian shaper Mark Riley shares his shaping secrets with you. The book covers everything from selecting the wood to ready for glassing.
Table of contents:
* Introduction
* What you will need
* Shaping stand
* Getting started
* Rocker template
* The Glue up
* Stringers
* The Plan shape
* Rocker clean up
* Nose & tail block
* Wood imperfections
* The Finish Plan Shape
* The Rails
* Final sand & sealer coat
* Fins
* Glassing
DOWNLOAD INSTANTLY by clicking the "add to cart" button. PLEASE NOTE: After you have entered your payment details you will get redirected to a download page (scroll to the bottom of the page to see the button: "Downloads: Balsa Surfboard Instructions" and click on it. This will download the 17 page instructional book to your computer and automatically open the book in ADOBE).
All displayed prices are Australian Dollars. Simply convert to your currency using the form at the bottom of this page.
Printed Instructions
As an alternative to the downloadable version of the written instructions (above) we are offering our “How to make a balsawood surfboard” instructional book in printed form, delivered right to your doorstep. This 18-page guide features detailed explanations along with close-up images of all steps involved in making a solid balsawood surfboard. Renowned Australian shaper Mark Riley shares his shaping secrets with you. The book covers everything from selecting the wood to ready for glassing.
Table of contents:
* Introduction
* What you will need
* Shaping stand
* Getting started
* Rocker template
* The Glue up
* Stringers
* The Plan shape
* Rocker clean up
* Nose & tail block
* Wood imperfections
* The Finish Plan Shape
* The Rails
* Final sand & sealer coat
* Fins
* Glassing
Please note - this is NOT the downloadable version. We will print and send these instructions to you via regular mail. Depending on where you live it can take between 2-14 days. Please consider the downloadable version in order to lower our impact on the environment. Thanks
All displayed prices are Australian Dollars. Simply convert to your currency using the form at the bottom of this page.
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