Even as I start the shaping and glassing of a Lis Fish, I’m thinking ahead about building a Summertime longboard/paddleboard. I need help and advice on the design parameters …
Indended Purpose - A longboard for nil to really small 2’ waves that’s super stable, easy to paddle and able to catch unbroken swells. A board for the glide (catch the wave, get up, angle off for the long straight ride in) and one that a young beginner can easily standup on in tiny surf or catching the foamies, yet a big oldie can handle well. Mostly a longboard, but floaty enuf for easy paddling easily when there ain’t waves.
Materials - eps sandwich core (two rectangular glued-up planks that are shaped into a core), RR epoxy, 6oz E glass layers, sandwich glass stringer and wood core stringer(s).
Dimensional Considerations -
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10’ to 12’ length
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22" - 26" width
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3-1/2" to 4" thick
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nose and tail rocker: ?
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outline shape: ?
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tail shape: ?
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single boxed fin location: ?
Mahalos for your assistance, Swaylockers.