Hey fellow Seabreezers, I've just knocked up a short portrait documentary (3 minutes) on a timber board builder who teaches people how to build their own boards from scratch. I'd be keen to hear what you guys think of it..
If you're interested in building a board, you can build whatever your dream board is in his workshop, or you can do it from your own shed interstate or overseas and he can send you frames, some materials, and instruction. He does the whole thing from harvesting the trees himself (fast growing, very sustainable if you're so inclined to ask). The workshop mentors you through the process, whether you've never picked up a tool before or you're a cabinet maker, barely surf, you shred, or you never will. Hopefully some of you are interested in learning to build a timber board, it's an epic skill for life.Anyway, I hope you like the video and get a bit of inspiration from it! Feel free to share it if you know someone who you think would like the video or would like to build a boardIf you're interested, the website is www.bodhitreesurf.com.au Shakas

Macaha said..
First up thanks for posting and yes that is a fantastic idea and I hope many people get much enjoyment out of the process.i'm time poor at the moment but would love to have a crack at making a board beit timber or glass,I have huge respect for anyone who can make a surfboard, thanks again.

Wish there was a like buttom

Haha thanks now I know the thumbs up button exists.. Yeah most people build their boards in steps doing a day here, half a day there. If you're efficient you can knock it out in 6 days. Though it's often a project that people like to tinker at in their spare time. You'll love it whenever you do get a chance. My partner and I are building a 6'6" for a surf trip around Aus and it just gets you so amped!