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I use West Systems G-Flex epoxy to fill the hole between the wood and the edge. Then I use a quick clamp to squeeze it all together for at least 24 hours, then I take a file and run it along both sides of the edge to make it smooth.
I've done it on several pairs of skis and it seems to hold up well.
The more epoxy in the gap the better, but you also don't want to squeeze it all out when clamping the edge to the ski.
Here is a picture for reference OP, the red arrows indicate the cracks, and the blue arrow shows the epoxy.
Eventually your edge will become thin due to filing it flat as you can see with the left arrow, but West Systems G-flex is harder than the base of the ski and I've used it for ~8 inches of edge. Holds up great.
QuaggyHere is a picture for reference OP, the red arrows indicate the cracks, and the blue arrow shows the epoxy.
Eventually your edge will become thin due to filing it flat as you can see with the left arrow, but West Systems G-flex is harder than the base of the ski and I've used it for ~8 inches of edge. Holds up great.
Bet thankyoy brotha is there a certain clamp I need? What should I look up on the internet
QuaggyI use West Systems G-Flex epoxy to fill the hole between the wood and the edge. Then I use a quick clamp to squeeze it all together for at least 24 hours, then I take a file and run it along both sides of the edge to make it smooth.
I've done it on several pairs of skis and it seems to hold up well.
The more epoxy in the gap the better, but you also don't want to squeeze it all out when clamping the edge to the ski.
This, how I repair any crack that’s decent sized.
although I recommend getting a small piece of wood, at least 2inx6in. I noticed it to distribute clamp force a bit better. Probably not necessary however
