In late August we wrapped up our second board building class here at the shop. Drawing in builders from as far as Vancouver BC and Los Angeles CA, the week was crammed with woodworking, skateboarding, and laughs.
A few of the early arrivals even got a shot at some nice thigh-high surf a couple of days before class started. And as usual, Molly’s terrific cooking surprised us all at every meal - most likely tasting best to Jeff and Eric who camped for the week outside the shop under the pines.
An end of the week lobster bake is quickly becoming a tradition for each class
Looking back, we all agreed these guys did an amazing job with their boards, adding custom details and keeping quality workmanship a top priority - Brian even worked a pintail onto his new Waterlog. It was a great week overall that ended with six beautiful boards heading for breaks on both coasts so look for three new 9′ Roots and three 10′ Waterlogs at a beach near you.
Rather than take them home for the final glassing, a few of the guys decided to have us do it for them. So we’re going to offer that to all future classes, too. That way, no one needs to worry about not having the space or the time to complete their board once the class is over.
We’ve got two more classes coming up this year, and one spot still available in September. That’s just next week, so if your schedule allows last minute planning, treat yourself to a week hanging around the shop - and a new surfboard you built yourself. If that’s too short a notice, we’ll be announcing our 2009 schedule in November, so keep an eye on the blog for all that’s going on. There’s also been some interest in a November workshop, so if that sounds good to you, let us know… we may add one more this year.
Alan uses pvc clamps to add glue strips to the board
Thanks to Eric, Alan, Jeff, Will, Brian and Evan for another memorable week!
