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New Surfboard Concepts -
With the University of Plymouth’s BSc Surf Science Technology Course...
Over the last couple of years, Tim Searle has worked with students on The University of Plymouth’s Surf Science Technology Degree Course. As part of their Marine Sports Equipment Module, we looked at several concept studies of new methods of building surfboards - all with the aim of producing a higher performance, lighter and more responsive board. The following pictures are from that work.
Further information on this course and The Applied Marine Sports Science Course can be found by contacting either; Dr Jon Miles or Ross Pomeroy at the University of Plymouth
Original Luke Young board used to build the mould
Hollow Silver Shadow version, produced by resin Infusion
Resin infusion of the Silver Shadow board
Deck of an infused balsa version
Finished hollow balsa board
Hollow carbon & nomex version
Infused foam/epoxy/glass version (right) which is significantly lighter than the original (left)
Leash plug detail on the carbon/nomex board prior to bonding both halves together