Many people think that fixing a surfboard ding is rocket science, but it isn’t. Ding repair is a craft that many surfers should learn at some point in their life. What if you’re surfing on a remote tropical island and the reef puts big dings in your favorite board? Or the airline drives their luggage car over your surfboard bag? Don’t worry, with some basic materials and tools you can do your own board repairs!
Watch this video to learn how to fix a ding in your surfboard:
Ding Repair Supplies:
– resin
– catalyst
– acetone
– fiberglass cloth
– sandpaper
– scissors
– tape
– mixing sticks
– mixing cups
– razor blades
– paint brush
– respirator mask
Fixing your surfboard isn’t a race, unless its your only surfboard and the waves are firing! Enjoy the opportunity working with your hands to fix the single item that gives you so much joy in the water. Let us know how your surfboard repairs are going. If you have any photos you can post them on the WRSC facebook page.
