J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by tino_11

Trencher wrote:

tino_11 wrote:

Oh, I wouldn't presume to have her tamed, if I was to take such a liberty she might get upset and start throwing me around again.

I quite like going very fast in a straight line on a flat board, simple I know. On my old board (Cindy) this was fine, she has a lot more surface area than my new one. I have to concentrate a lot more with her. Even though I still love my old board, she is like a Fiat compared to a Ferrari in terms of responsiveness. All I have to do with my new one is think "Ed.." and I am 30ft away with a face full of piste.

Not sure what the factory tune is on that prior, but it likely has less base bevel than your previous board. The edges at the tip and tail were probably were not detuned. These days skis and boards used for carving aren't normally detuned, as the sharper edges give better hook up and a more solid release from carved turns. It does take some getting used to, as you have found. If you are struggling with it, you could try detuning the edges at the front for about 50mm, with a whet stone or diamond file. Just run it lightly on the edge, at 45 degrees to the edge a few time. Have the diamond file in your pocket when riding, so you can just do a little at a time, then try it. Don't do more than a few passes with the file, as you may want to have the edges resharpened in the future as your carving skills improve.

I remember buying a new board when I was learning, and ending up detuning the the front edges on a piece of concrete after a few runs (and a lot of falls).

Trencher

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AllyG wrote:Thanks Tino,
I'm glad I'm not the only one who pushes themselves, and falls over.

Well done for taming your shrew of a board,

Ally