Enlarge your.... Template

General Discussion
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Hi everyone,

 

I started a new project, a 5"5 Steve Lis for myself.

I created a template based of the info I could find on the net (Build you surfboard 1977).

A friend of mine would like me to shape him the same kind of Fish but He wants a bigger one. 

I was wondering if there was a method to create a bigger template based on the one I have, I believe that multiplying everything equally will just not work… He wants a 5"10’.

If anyone could give me some intel on how to do this I would truly appreciate.

Thank you!!!

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http://www.blendingcurves.com/temps/fish/fish_a

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Thanks Warrior,

 

I already have those.

My question was more about general understanding on how to create bigger/smaller boards based on the same template.

I saw some videos of experienced guys creating their outlines by moving their template on the fly, but I just don’t know if there are rules/methods to do so or not.

I understand that these guys don’t need to create new templates to adjust their outlines based on the lengh and  width of the expected board, but they are killers and I am not yet there :).

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For the size difference and board style, I’d increase nose and tail width by 1/4th inch, and board width by 1/2 inch.   Locate the WP on a proportional basis.      Don’t overthink it.     It’s not that complicated.

Bill

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I have made several templates from one.

All varying sizes.

The trick for me is that every two inches, I add or subtract 1/4" to the width of the outline.

5’4" x 21.25" becomes 5’6" x 21.50" and so on.

The nose and tail between 1/8"-1/4".

For me it is better than stretching templates.

It seems ro create a flat spot at the center.

I route most of my more popular models.

Pefect every time!

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Proportional Re-sizing:

http://bgboard.blogspot.com/2013/10/picture-to-template-to-resize.html

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GL explained that for every 1 inch increase in board length, increase the width by 1/8 inch. Consistent with Barry’s rule above. 

You can use your smaller board templates by marking the key points wider by this rule and then blending with the smaller template. 

Ive found the limits to this is about 6 to maybe 8 inches longer in length. Then it starts to get a little wobbly. 

All the best. 

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Thanks so much guys for yoru tips and explanation, this really helps!!!

I’ll post some photos of the 2 boards as I am going to shape and glass both of them at the same time.

 

Cheers,

Jf

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Let BoardCAD do it for you.

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     Nooooo.     Learn to do it the ‘‘old fashioned’’ way, by hand and eye.        Along the way you will develope both understanding and appreciation of the surfboard design process.    Trust me, through struggle, you will achieve enlightenment.

Bill

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Bill, I 100% agree.

I am a game developer working 10 hours a day in front of a screen/computer.

The most exciting part of designing and building surfboards is to NOT be in front of a screen.

I think computers are tools that when used properly can help gaining some time, but I first need to undertsand the fundamentals of surfboard design and I believe it cannot be done with a computer, it may make the process feel easier, but the knowledge I will get from it will not be the one I am looking after.

 

That’s just my opinion and everybody is free to disagree indeed, it will not make me change my view on it tho :wink:

 

Jf

 

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Amen Brother.

Nothing is as satisfying as taken templates out and playing connect the dots.

Much more craftsmanship than imputing numbers and letting a computer program make you look like a hero.

Bill knows what’s up.

Words from the wise.

Nobody really looks up to computer nerds.

Tools and templates rule here.

At least here on this website, craftsmanship still lives!

My old man once told me, listen to the old-timers.

They have selected you to pass along a lifetime of knowledge and skills.

They are hoping that you will carry on the road they traveled.

Respect them and most certainly thank them!

Sorry Bill, I did’nt meam to call you old.

Many here have a great repsect for you.

As do I.