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build wood waterski
On 9 Dec 2003 11:50:42 -0800, (Mike) wrote:
Hello,
I am looking for some plans to build a wood water ski. Can anyone
point me in the direction where I might find a guide for materials and
a how to plan of creating a wood salom water ski.
Thanks,
Mike
I suspect the most reasonable answer to this query is similar to the
stock question about how to build wood props for homebuilt airplanes.
There, the answer is that a wide variety of soft and hardwoods is
acceptable.
For skis, getting suitably thin veneers is the issue, assuming you
would rather not steam or pickle wood in ammonia.
Epoxy would provide an easy to find glue, so it boils down to making a
rough jig with a small hill under the foot, and a good lift at the
nose. Then glue several laminates, and saw to the desired profile.
Slalem skis often show a slender 'boat hull' form. The lower edge
takes the wear, so a hardwood layer is sensible here.
If you can, take a trace of a few skis that you like, to get a feel
for size.
Brian Whatcott Altus OK
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