I was thinking about making some skis with wood bases. Why? Why not... old school goodness. Less Plastic. 8) My main concern is glide... I've found websites with info on how to use pine tar and glide wax etc. but I'm wondering how well it will work for downhill? Anyone have experience with that? I a...

I've had some luck with this method, but some problems have occurred (Ie bond breaking and router eating side wall, had to splice some of those). but once I got it down... I use this technique now, since it is quick. I used to use super glue to tack on the sidewalls, but it wasn't strong enough. Now...

Hi new to the forum, but I've been watching for awhile. This is more of a suggestion, but once you cut out the p-tex, whether with a router bit or shears of some sort and you have the basic shape... Go to Home depot or harbor freight and buy a 3" hand plane. They are about 3" long and 1&qu...