How to Shape a Surfboard
By Jay DiMartino, About.com
Using his Skill 100 old school electric planer, Charles manually manipulates the depth of the cut, thus making a gradual curve in the tail. Tail rocker is powerful in its effect on the board’s turning radius under the back foot. This is the most important curve in a surfboard's shape since it indicates the maneuverability of the board itself.
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