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Hi. I've read a few posts and am trying to get my head around putting graphics on skis. I want to put maps or text or pictures on skis, but dont want the material I'm printing on to go see through when the resin wets out.
1. What should I print on? seems to be either the topsheet itslef, cotton fabric (how thick/heavy? lighter is better...) or rice paper. What goes the least see through. I have carbon in the skis so it'll look ugly if still clear.
2. What inks are best: what won't de lam? does it matter? can i just use whats in my printer now?
3. i want to print pretty intricate stuff so screen printing won't work. essentially i just want to be able to print something from my computer on to *something* and include it in the layup, just under the topsheet. is that all there is to it?
I've searched to forum and theres lots of info but im still a little confused.
Thanks everyone!
1. What should I print on? seems to be either the topsheet itslef, cotton fabric (how thick/heavy? lighter is better...) or rice paper. What goes the least see through. I have carbon in the skis so it'll look ugly if still clear.
2. What inks are best: what won't de lam? does it matter? can i just use whats in my printer now?
3. i want to print pretty intricate stuff so screen printing won't work. essentially i just want to be able to print something from my computer on to *something* and include it in the layup, just under the topsheet. is that all there is to it?
I've searched to forum and theres lots of info but im still a little confused.
Thanks everyone!
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Hi Mark
If you PM Chris (carnold) he has had topsheets sublimated in Melbourne somewhere. He should be able to dig up the name of the place for you. I think he said it cost about $70 for a snowboard. Obviously a bit of money, but will give you a pro looking result especially if you are doing intricate work.
Otherwise. Rice paper will go seethrough in the layup or just about. White cotton will also go see through to a fair degree. Laser printer inks are best for printing yourself. One other thing people have done that seems pretty successful is used iron on transfers. You can buy the A4 sheets at Officeworks for printing onto tshirts. These can be ironed onto white cotton.
If you PM Chris (carnold) he has had topsheets sublimated in Melbourne somewhere. He should be able to dig up the name of the place for you. I think he said it cost about $70 for a snowboard. Obviously a bit of money, but will give you a pro looking result especially if you are doing intricate work.
Otherwise. Rice paper will go seethrough in the layup or just about. White cotton will also go see through to a fair degree. Laser printer inks are best for printing yourself. One other thing people have done that seems pretty successful is used iron on transfers. You can buy the A4 sheets at Officeworks for printing onto tshirts. These can be ironed onto white cotton.
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Yes, you can print from your ink jet printer on to transfer paper and then iron it onto fabric. My wife has done this for quilting that she does. Never thought about doing it for top sheets. Great idea Falls!falls wrote:Hi Mark
If you PM Chris (carnold) he has had topsheets sublimated in Melbourne somewhere. He should be able to dig up the name of the place for you. I think he said it cost about $70 for a snowboard. Obviously a bit of money, but will give you a pro looking result especially if you are doing intricate work.
Otherwise. Rice paper will go seethrough in the layup or just about. White cotton will also go see through to a fair degree. Laser printer inks are best for printing yourself. One other thing people have done that seems pretty successful is used iron on transfers. You can buy the A4 sheets at Officeworks for printing onto tshirts. These can be ironed onto white cotton.
We did a snowboard without a topsheet. Instead, we had a graphic printed out on a photo quality laser printer. The graphic covered the entire top of the snowboard, and we simply soaked it in epoxy when we laid up the board. A couple coats of glossy varnish after the board was out of the press, and we had a life-size lingerie model printed on a snowboard. Not so good for the children, but a real laugh, just in how good it turned out.
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haha, i have vintage playmates on both of my self made boards. i took one on a highschool ski trip i was coaching at...kids loved it, teachers not so much.Greg wrote:We did a snowboard without a topsheet. Instead, we had a graphic printed out on a photo quality laser printer. The graphic covered the entire top of the snowboard, and we simply soaked it in epoxy when we laid up the board. A couple coats of glossy varnish after the board was out of the press, and we had a life-size lingerie model printed on a snowboard. Not so good for the children, but a real laugh, just in how good it turned out.

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- MontuckyMadman
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sbm says they will do it but the cost is up a bit.
http://snowboardmaterials.com/pages/base.htm
Coda snowboards will do it as well- I have the contact somewhere.
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http://www.codaboards.com/graphics_DIY.php
The 333 guy offers it through coda.
I have seen it all over this site with links all over. Places in Seattle and socal and maybe closer I bet a place in SLC would do it.
http://snowboardmaterials.com/pages/base.htm
Coda snowboards will do it as well- I have the contact somewhere.
EDIT:
http://www.codaboards.com/graphics_DIY.php
The 333 guy offers it through coda.
I have seen it all over this site with links all over. Places in Seattle and socal and maybe closer I bet a place in SLC would do it.
I'm sure these gusy have the ability
http://www.rideharder.com/revolution/
I'm speculating here, but maybe they would do it for you for a fee?
http://www.rideharder.com/revolution/
I'm speculating here, but maybe they would do it for you for a fee?
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I might have a guy. The sublams he does for me are pretty awesome quality. I don't want anyone to think I'm here to advertise, so PM me and I'll give you the contact info.
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mk, Ryan Monson at Humanity/Monson boards does work for me. I've been happy with his work and he has been easy to deal with.
Not sure if he is well known among the community here or not, but he is pretty flexible and he always gives me good prices. I know that he has considered being a material supplier too.
Hope this helps!
Not sure if he is well known among the community here or not, but he is pretty flexible and he always gives me good prices. I know that he has considered being a material supplier too.
Hope this helps!
We have snowboard and kiteboard build kits!
https://prtahoe.com/collections/build-kits
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