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Topsheet Damage (pics) +k

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BossHogg
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I was reluctant to create this thread...believe me. I just want to know what the best way to fix this is, or what the best way to prevent further damage. I understand that all skis chip. However, i am not sure why some of the damage is the topsheet pulled up, and not just a chip. I dont want this to get worse. I dont ride the park that often but i have begun to hit boxes and do 180s/360s off jumps. Oh yea, they have about 15days

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Jan 12 2010 11:08PM
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chazz.
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looks like pretty normal wear and tear to me, i always clean up the damage with a razor blade and then take epoxy or superglue to fill and seal any holes or bad chips.
Jan 12 2010 11:11PM
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BossHogg
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would you suggest cutting off the topsheet in the first picture and fill that with epoxy...i had a real bad chip/topsheet pull-up but when i took it the shop for a tune, they cut the piece off and slapped on some epoxy.
Jan 12 2010 11:14PM
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Yung_Gnarley
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hahahahahahaaha
Jan 12 2010 11:16PM
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Yung_Gnarley
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hahahahahahaaha
Jan 12 2010 11:17PM
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ScuffDUFF
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probably a good idea for the big one.  the rest just looks pretty normal.
Jan 12 2010 11:18PM
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Pinguu
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normal dude, don't worry about it.
Jan 12 2010 11:20PM
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summersover
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yeah its all normal
you would cry if you saw my AR6s
Jan 12 2010 11:30PM
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Slinger1x1
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thats nothing man

my old skis, after a week of skiing, peeled up chucks that reached into the middle of the ski. like if the ski was 100mm, the width of the chip was like 50mm.
it was terrible
Jan 12 2010 11:34PM
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artfullydodged
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just cut off any really big ones
Jan 12 2010 11:54PM
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*WonderBread*
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your skis not going to snap in half cuz the topsheets. my reno jibs have like 5 days on them and they are worse than this

Jan 13 2010 12:02AM
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-ROY-
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my invaders look like a shark got at em...ur fine
Jan 13 2010 1:42AM
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Blokkie
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Your chronics look mint! It happens..
I just cut of the plastic topsheet when it comes of (maybe even sand it down a bit)
Its not going to decrease the strength of your ski
Jan 13 2010 3:42AM
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BossHogg
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bump
Jan 13 2010 10:10PM
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mattb912
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my skis look a lot worse after 7 days. those chips are just typical wear and tear. once you have used them for a season, you wont even notice the chips
Jan 13 2010 10:12PM
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Whifazoo
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i took a file to my topsheet on my hell bents, i rounded out the corner and it was awesome, no more top sheet chips flying off everywhere and you can hardly notice where i filed it down!
Jan 13 2010 10:16PM
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skifanski
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second that
Jan 13 2010 10:17PM
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BossHogg
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what kind of file did you use?
Jan 13 2010 10:18PM
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Whifazoo
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any course file, you could use an edge file or a course metal file like they use in bike shops and stuff, anything would work and the top sheet wont chip anymore which is super sweet
Jan 13 2010 10:20PM
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PhuzzyWuzzy
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Sandpaper works to, but it takes a little longer. 
Jan 13 2010 10:42PM
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livetwoski
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I round off the edges of all my skis, you can use a normal edge file for the tip and tail.  Just round the edge off a bit (like de-tuning edges).  Cut off any of the top sheet that is already lifting, sand or file down edge, use small amount of super glue to seal core.  Then use a gummy stone and do the rest of the top sheet from tip to tail.  This helps tips and tails from de-laminating, cause everyone knows the kid behind you will get on the lift faster by constantly jamming his ski's into yours :)
Jan 13 2010 10:45PM
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BossHogg
Posts: 189 - Karma: 19

Ok. So i think im going to file down all of the edges. I was thinking on using a metal file (usually used for wood). So im just checking before i do it...

Would filing the edge do any damage to the ski itself? Are there any specific techniques to use? Any last comments.

Thanks again ++k

Jan 14 2010 11:38PM
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fragglemuffin
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samezies...my jibs look like they were put through a paper shredder...you will get used to topsheet damage eventually.  I look at all the marks on my skis as battle scars.
Jan 14 2010 11:52PM
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Malcolm
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doesnt look like it affect the performance at all. it does hurt to see your skis get mangled though
Jan 14 2010 11:55PM
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ThePROfessor
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I got chips on my chrons from the first day i used them. its no big deal.
Jan 15 2010 12:05AM
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PhuzzyWuzzy
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I wouldn't use a file made for use on wood.  I'd use one made for metal instead...or sandpaper, but whatever. 

No it won't damage the ski, just file at a 45 degree angle and remember that a file only cuts in one direction.  Good luck! 
Jan 15 2010 12:52AM
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Lemuel
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I should throw up pictures of my chronics.  If you think that yours are bad, then you will probably have a fit when they look like mine, and they aren't even bad.
Jan 15 2010 12:27PM
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BossHogg
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do it
Jan 15 2010 2:57PM
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HamFaceGirl
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usually, the most beat up pair of skis is your first pair. When you are learning park, you die a lot, and that makes many cracks/etc. Once you get stuff down and do it more smoothly,, all you will have is a few dings here and there, so toughen up this year, dull down your edges and have a great season
Jan 15 2010 3:28PM
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BossHogg
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^start it

Alright. Everyone has been alot of help. Im just wondering if anyone couple post some pictures of their skis after they filed them. Thanks Alot

Jan 15 2010 8:04PM
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DrZoidberg
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My chronics look exactly the same, I'm gonna post a pic of some damage mine have later, it's from and edge to sidewall hit, not sure if it's bad or not. It's small but deep.
Jan 15 2010 8:48PM
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Jamestown
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You should see my old TNKs.
Jan 15 2010 9:47PM
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TomBorsari
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ive had invaders for a half a year and they're already dyinnn wit the topsheet stuff. like sooo much delam
lol
Jan 16 2010 12:44PM
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BossHogg
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yea i just dont want them to die soon. i want to do whatever to make them last the longest...im still thinking about filing down the edges. anyone have pictures??? or does anyone think its a bad idea?
Jan 16 2010 2:22PM
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BossHogg
Posts: 189 - Karma: 19

Update: I took a pocket knife and cut off the dangling piece and it ended up not being as bad as i thought.

I have another question though. The sidewall on my ski has a little triiangular "chunk" taken out of it. Should i do something to it or is this usual too?

Jan 16 2010 10:34PM
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jamodeo
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exactly and if you don't trust yourself you can always take it to a shop
Jan 16 2010 10:40PM
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JahJahBinks
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wow
Jan 16 2010 11:34PM
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Jahaws
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Searchbarred topsheets just for this exact reason, same chronics, got about 9 days on them plus jibbin after school.Mine are just as bad if not worse than yours Super pissed that the topsheet is so soft, but its bound to happen I guess. Whats up with Line topsheets anyway, why are they all so soft and easy to fuck up
Jan 19 2010 12:11AM
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