The basics

ryan · Post by **ryan** » Tue Apr 15, 2003 4:56 am

I was hoping you guys could fill me in on the basics of modern kneeboard design. Dimensions, rocker, foil, bottom and deck shape, rails, tail shape, and fin setup.

How are the "Aussie" boards different from others?

I'm tall and skinny, surfing mostly normal beachbreak. Any thoughts on dimensions?

I know these are loaded questions, but any advice, input, and/or observations are much appreciated.

Thanks- ryan

Beeline2.0 · Post by **Beeline2.0** » Tue Apr 15, 2003 10:58 am

ryan · Post by **ryan** » Tue Apr 15, 2003 5:36 pm

Hey Beeline. It is mostly short period wind slop, but with dedication it is possible to score decent waves.

I have a bay I make surfboards in and figured I'd give trying a kneeboard a go. With some research and patience it could work. If not, it's a dog and I try again!

Below is a photograph of some local beach break in Marquette, Mi. The wind chills were -20. Thank God for the evolution of rubber!

Beeline2.0 · Post by **Beeline2.0** » Tue Apr 15, 2003 6:39 pm

ryan · Post by **ryan** » Wed Apr 16, 2003 7:52 am

Hey Beeline. Yeah, after thinking about it and reading your response it would make more sense to get a used board for a starting point and go from there.

How about this: What makes the Aussie style boards different from other types of boards (what are the other types of boards)?

Thanks- ryan

Beeline2.0 · Post by **Beeline2.0** » Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:48 pm

ryan · Post by **ryan** » Thu Apr 17, 2003 4:49 am

Thanks Beeline! That is very informative and helpful. Now I just need to save my coins and get a used board.

Eric Carson · Post by **Eric Carson** » Tue Apr 22, 2003 1:33 pm

Hey Ryan,
I picked up a nice used board from Mark Robertson. Drop him a line and start rippin!!!

floete · Post by **floete** » Tue Apr 22, 2003 1:57 pm

I got a nice used one from Mark R as well. Better get on it before they're all gone!

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