Couple of years ago about this time of year the wind was onshore maybe 3mph. I left my Nelo550 on my V-bars without strapping it down while I changed into paddling clothes in the car. A microburst hit and the car shook once (felt like a car going by at speed while stopped for a left turn). I heard a loud noise, looked in the mirror, and saw my boat bouncing off the parking lot. Damage limited to the Hull-to-deck joint along the bucket on the port side. I fixed it myself - lots of experience with composites.
@@davidGrainger Yikes. Skis are generally so light and big it doesn’t take much to get them airborne. I am glad you were able to fix the Nelo and it sure helps to have composite experience. Looks like I am gaining a little experience myself.
Tim, I posted a link to your video on Whatcom Paddlers. I'm not experienced enough with surfski repair to offer any advice. Some of our commenters have not be been super optimistic or at least think that is going to be quite a bit of work. If you see the repair through I hope you can salvage a reliable ski. And your idea of showing some snapshots or video of the work during its various stages could be quite interesting.
Paul, the first couple of days after the incident I was pretty down about it. Not just about the heavy damage to the V9 but also because my friend’s OC-1 sustained damage. But if there is one consistent thing about me it is that I like a challenge. Once my mind committed to the repair it has been all go. Now that I have started and are seeing some results I am 98% certain that I will end up with a reliable V9ish ski, although it will be a little heavier, and maybe not as pretty. 😸 I will post an update in a couple days or so.
Feel your pain had mine fly off the rack a couple of months ago, in for a repair now. Those transverse cracks could be a worry as they could form snap points. Really needs reinforcement from the inside. Maybe separate top and bottom hulls to access that as its so extensive. Going to be a big job either way at least if you do that you wont miss an bits.
@@waverideraus4882 Yes, I am making temporary hatches to access the major damage from inside. Separating the hull halves really isn’t feasible as they are also glued together at the stringers and not just the seam.
So sorry that happened. I would be sick. I always use extra straps when going on the highway, but I almost never use anything besides the bungies on the way to my local spot. What kind of rood rack were you using?
@@gregf.5643 I was using a Malone with Kayak Pro v-bars (the v-bars weren’t the problem). I will go back to adding an extra strap around the vehicle side rails.
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Couple of years ago about this time of year the wind was onshore maybe 3mph. I left my Nelo550 on my V-bars without strapping it down while I changed into paddling clothes in the car. A microburst hit and the car shook once (felt like a car going by at speed while stopped for a left turn). I heard a loud noise, looked in the mirror, and saw my boat bouncing off the parking lot. Damage limited to the Hull-to-deck joint along the bucket on the port side. I fixed it myself - lots of experience with composites.
@@davidGrainger Yikes. Skis are generally so light and big it doesn’t take much to get them airborne. I am glad you were able to fix the Nelo and it sure helps to have composite experience. Looks like I am gaining a little experience myself.
Aooohhh. . Fast recovery.
Tim, I posted a link to your video on Whatcom Paddlers. I'm not experienced enough with surfski repair to offer any advice. Some of our commenters have not be been super optimistic or at least think that is going to be quite a bit of work. If you see the repair through I hope you can salvage a reliable ski. And your idea of showing some snapshots or video of the work during its various stages could be quite interesting.
Paul, the first couple of days after the incident I was pretty down about it. Not just about the heavy damage to the V9 but also because my friend’s OC-1 sustained damage. But if there is one consistent thing about me it is that I like a challenge. Once my mind committed to the repair it has been all go. Now that I have started and are seeing some results I am 98% certain that I will end up with a reliable V9ish ski, although it will be a little heavier, and maybe not as pretty. 😸 I will post an update in a couple days or so.
Feel your pain had mine fly off the rack a couple of months ago, in for a repair now. Those transverse cracks could be a worry as they could form snap points.
Really needs reinforcement from the inside. Maybe separate top and bottom hulls to access that as its so extensive. Going to be a big job either way at least if you do that you wont miss an bits.
@@waverideraus4882 Yes, I am making temporary hatches to access the major damage from inside. Separating the hull halves really isn’t feasible as they are also glued together at the stringers and not just the seam.
So sorry that happened. I would be sick. I always use extra straps when going on the highway, but I almost never use anything besides the bungies on the way to my local spot. What kind of rood rack were you using?
@@gregf.5643 I was using a Malone with Kayak Pro v-bars (the v-bars weren’t the problem). I will go back to adding an extra strap around the vehicle side rails.