How to Shape a Surfboard; Template and Outline Part 4

How to Shape a Surfboard; Template and Outline Aloha, rippers and surfboard shapers! Welcome to the next installment of our surfboard shaping series with Zack Flores. Get ready to dive into the action as we delve into the nitty-gritty of planing and cutting your surfboard outline. We've got some tips coming your way, so ensure you stick with us till the very end. Oh, and did I mention? We've got an exciting board giveaway lined up, so you definitely don't want to miss that!
Let's grab our tools, steady our hands, and bring those surfboard visions to life. This is where the real magic happens.

[@anc2395]

I’ve watched a million how to shaping vids and this is one of the best series out there. Awesome how you show the small details from how to hold a planer to what cuts to start with. Love it

[@zack_flores]

Glad it was helpful! More on the way soon!

[@Mongiloyd]

Nice! Planer sure is a tool that takes a while to get used to. Shaped 2 with it but definitely gets a better product.

[@zack_flores]

Totally! After a decade of use I still have a long way to go.

[@ericjorgensen8028]

Because Jim said to do it.
That's a very good reason!

[@zack_flores]

I totally agree!

[@Nayda44]

I can't wait to next episode!!!!

[@zack_flores]

Yess
Coming soon

[@smallkinedings]

Nice one brother!
@fitandover40 this series is made for you and these are the "most important steps of the whole process" i was tryung to explain to you

[@mikevv]

Very enjoyable...

[@PeterNash-nl4di]

Excellent tutorial! Can’t wait till the next one👍

[@zack_flores]

Thanks! Next one will be out soon…

[@freeheeldude]

Great tutorials, keep em coming 🤙

[@zack_flores]

Thanks, will do!

[@warrenwilson2572]

Great job with your explanations and detail.

[@zack_flores]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@lluisfeno7552]

Thank you very much for sharing your experience, very useful tips and good vibes. Instant subscribe to your channel🤘😝

[@zack_flores]

Yewww thanks!

[@zack_flores]

Thanks!

What planner are u using?

[@drillhead4657]

what kind of surform did you use to takeout the uneven planer passes? mine usually tears so i opt for 40 grit

[@zack_flores]

I use a pretty fine one. I don’t like to use the larger toothed ones at all.

[@intertaipei3842]

Thanks for the video, really helpful! What planer model are you using (sorry if you already mention it previously).

[@zack_flores]

I believe the hitachi p20.
It was modified by US blanks back when they where making them.

[@intertaipei3842]

Thanks @@zack_flores

[@charlieduvall6463]

Try not get the string from your shorts caught in the planer. I got it caught in the polisher 5000 rpm Milwaukee once and it wasn’t fun. No more shorts and punched gut.

[@zack_flores]

Oooh sounds painful😬 Good advice!

[@KenTorimaru]

Is it practical to try this without a planner?

[@zack_flores]

Although it would take a long time it is possible. I know people who have done it, but I personally haven’t attempted it.
If you don’t have access to a planer and still want to shape I would recommend a stringer-less EPS blank and a good sheer form.

[@asce2273]

Nice video. Next please.

[@Fitandover40]

I just finished shaping one without a planner, and if your blank is close enough, it doesn't take that long, yet must pay attention to taking foam evenly, remember people have been building surfboards for a long time before fancy tools😊

[@valerieumphenour3565]

Cutting the outline why not use a jigsaw?

[@zack_flores]

I enjoy using my pull saw!