Ski building class @TMCC sign up

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01-09-2007, 07:12 PM
Junker

Ski building class @TMCC sign up

This is an update to this thread:

http://www.tetongravity.com/forums/s...building+class

I got another E-mail (and it looks like some other TGR users did as well :) ) from the guy trying to start the ski building class. Here's what is says:

Hello All. You have all sent me emails regarding taking a class on how to make snowboards or snow skis. There will be a sign up meeting at the Edison Campus of TMCC at 7pm Wed. the 10th of January (Tomorrow) I am sorry for the short notice but I have to get the paperwork submitted ASAP so that we can have the classes and be able to still ski what you make before the season is gone.
We will discuss what times and days would be best for you, the students and hopefully fit in with TMCC schedules. Also to be discussed will be fee's and costs to complete the class. Due to time constraints and class size it is extreamly important that you attend. If you absolutely cannot make it please email me your strong desire to take the class and I will try to keep open a slot for you. If you have friends that want to also take the class please bring them along. This should only take an hour of your evening.
Thank You for your interest

The Address to the Edison Campus is:
TMCC IGT Applied technology Center
475 Edison Way Reno, Nv 89502
Edison is between Mill and Rock
Do Not Take North Edison off of Mill

Maybe I'll see some of you there if I make it in.
Gabe
01-09-2007, 08:25 PM
IrieRon

TMCC scheduling conflict:
http://www.tetongravity.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=71156
01-09-2007, 09:11 PM
brettf

Doh. Don't live in the right area. But taking an independent study at Red Rocks CC to build some skis this semester... sweet.
01-10-2007, 12:05 AM
Junker

Quote:

Originally Posted by IrieRon

TMCC scheduling conflict:
http://www.tetongravity.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=71156

That is a bummer. Hopefully, there will be enough turnout to get the gears of bureaucracy turning.
01-10-2007, 11:28 AM
El Chupacabra

I'm going to try to make it. I noticed that a certain local ski builder's email was also on that list...
01-17-2007, 01:39 PM
IrieRon

****bump****

Quote:

I have set up field trips to a Custom Ski Factory here in Reno and we will have guest speakers. The Classes will be at (TMCC) Edison Center ...7:30 to 9:30 pm. To enroll into the class you can call (775) 829-9010 or ... log on to wdce.tmcc.edu When you get on the site just click on "snow sports" You can also just go to the college and sign up. The class Fee to the College is $79.
Classes start the 1st full week of Feb. It is very important that we have our materials ASAP...If you are making a snowboard or skis of normal construction ie, wood core, abs sidewall, fiberglass sandwich. I have a fixed cost of $150. If you are making some other exotic ski/board out of other materials you will need to contact me to figure out a cost. You can also get your own materials from your own sources but you must have them by the 3rd class.
Once you have signed up for the class you must get your materials fee's to me very quickly. I will be at Edison...tonight (01/17) between 7 and 8:30 pm to accept checks/money orders/Cash...
01-17-2007, 01:53 PM
workinforturns

does anyone do this around the montana area? i live no where near reno.
01-17-2007, 01:53 PM
El Chupacabra

I went to the sign-up meeting, and am thinking about the class. It'd be fun, but it's 8 weeks, evening classes, and I'm out of town a lot -- so there's a good chance I'll miss several classes.
01-17-2007, 03:29 PM
Junker

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Chupacabra

I went to the sign-up meeting, and am thinking about the class. It'd be fun, but it's 8 weeks, evening classes, and I'm out of town a lot -- so there's a good chance I'll miss several classes.

El Chupacabra, even if you miss half of the classes, I think that it would be very educational. You may not be able of build your own ride this semester, but it may get you thinking, and you could build something the next time it is offered. Anyways, did you get his E-mails today? Sounds like there will be some flexibility as far as attending different days, so that may help. Maybe, I'll see you there.
01-17-2007, 11:26 PM
Silverbullet555

I signed up and met the instructor tonight. Seems like it will be a lot of fun. I believe the first class was filling up quickly and they were adding a second class.

Now I have to decide what kind of board I want to build. Any suggestions?

I have 4 boards already. A Ride Timeless 159, Timeless 164, Never Summer Premier 161 and Burton Canyon 167. I ride the whole mountain in search of powder stashes.

One of the guys was talking about building a swallow tail. That might be fun, but I'm not familiar with their limitations and turning ability. Gotta keep from hitting the trees.

Might do a 160 or 162 all mountain board.

I need to get that figured out and start working on base graphics (if any) and topsheet.
01-17-2007, 11:43 PM
splat

I hung out at the factory last year that built the Winterstick swallowtail, so I can give you a bit of insight on it.
I also have a friend who built them for Winterstick. Interesting board....
I guess I'll be speaking at the class and a tour of our shop is on the agenda.
01-17-2007, 11:50 PM
Silverbullet555

Splat,

any insight you can give ahead of time would be great; either on the board or by PM.

The idea of building something different than I have is somewhat intriguing. But I want to be able to use it as well. I'm not sure a swallow tail fits that bill; I don't know that it doesn't
01-17-2007, 11:51 PM
AsheanMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by workinforturns

does anyone do this around the montana area? i live no where near reno.

I WISH!!
01-18-2007, 12:06 AM
splat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silverbullet555

Splat,

any insight you can give ahead of time would be great; either on the board or by PM.

The idea of building something different than I have is somewhat intriguing. But I want to be able to use it as well. I'm not sure a swallow tail fits that bill; I don't know that it doesn't

It ain't an all mountain board. I don't board, but I've been told it's pretty powder-specific due to the leverage that could be created against the tail pins on hard snow. The swallowtail on the Winterstick was made of abs or a durasurf material, so the magic was in butting it as an almost full chunk tail into the wood core, lamming it, then cutting out the swallowtail after pressing. It was done on a cnc, requiring some precise centering to cut out the swallowtail because it had a non-transparent topsheet. I saw a lot of blems occur on that step. Racks full of them...
You could rout it out by hand with a clear topsheet - and do your own graphic below it.
01-18-2007, 12:52 AM
Silverbullet555

Quote:

Originally Posted by splat

It ain't an all mountain board. I don't board, but I've been told it's pretty powder-specific due to the leverage that could be created against the tail pins on hard snow. The swallowtail on the Winterstick was made of abs or a durasurf material, so the magic was in butting it as an almost full chunk tail into the wood core, lamming it, then cutting out the swallowtail after pressing. It was done on a cnc, requiring some precise centering to cut out the swallowtail because it had a non-transparent topsheet. I saw a lot of blems occur on that step. Racks full of them...
You could rout it out by hand with a clear topsheet - and do your own graphic below it.

I think a swallowtail is not the right board for me. I think I am better served by building a board that blends the Ride Timeless and the Never Summer Premier since those are two boards I really like.
01-18-2007, 08:58 AM
pedalbiker

Anybody know of any similar classes in the midwest flatlands? Preferably in MI? Or even if there is anyone with experience whose brain I could pick and take a look at there jigs and fixtures. Thanks.
01-18-2007, 10:33 AM
Idris

Quote:

Originally Posted by pedalbiker

Anybody know of any similar classes in the midwest flatlands? Preferably in MI? Or even if there is anyone with experience whose brain I could pick and take a look at there jigs and fixtures. Thanks.

www.skibuilders.com
01-18-2007, 10:59 AM
RaccoonFace

Help finding it, the first class is already filled:

http://tmcc.augusoft.net/index.cfm?f...bCategoryID=17

okbye
01-18-2007, 11:58 AM
brettf

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idris

www.skibuilders.com

Yeah, I'll second this. Splat turned me onto this and it has a TON of information on it. I'll hopefully be making turns on my first brett-built skis this spring.
01-18-2007, 12:04 PM
BLOOD SWEAT STEEL

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettf

Yeah, I'll second this. Splat turned me onto this and it has a TON of information on it. I'll hopefully be making turns on my first brett-built skis this spring.

Heh. Brett-made.

You should start your own company, you could call it "BM Gear" and offer the "Brah" model. :fmicon:
01-20-2007, 02:01 PM
ProfSki

The 1st Class at TMCC is not yet Filled. I still have 4 slots open..The second class has 20 slots open. I don't care what class you attend and if you want you can jump in between classes to make your schedule fit. Log onto www.tmcc.edu to sign up.
02-10-2007, 01:00 PM
dbtahoe

Yikes! Always the last to know

I just found this post. Does anyone know if there will be any more classes or is there one that just started that I can jump into? I checked the TMCC site and I could not find any mention of it.

Thanks,
Doug
Lake Tahoe
02-11-2007, 09:49 AM
ProfSki

How to Register

Just go to google and type in "TMCC" then enter. Click on TMCC.Then Click on Non-Credit classes and click on Snow sports. You will see the Thursday class is still open. You can sign up for the Thursday class and attend the Wed. class if it fit's your sched. better.
03-23-2007, 04:13 PM
Huckwheat

Hey ProfSki....what happened? Word is you havent showed for half the classes?
03-23-2007, 07:48 PM
guermo

He met TPS....
03-24-2007, 12:10 PM
Truckee Joe

ya profski has been sick. i have been talking to him on the phone because i really want to get started but i cant seem to get my hands on the base material. Also Splat has the edges and i really need those too.

Dose anyone know where we can get our designs printed on the topsheets? Profski said that maybe i should call the guys at moment skis, because snowboardmaterials.com could take weeks. he also said it needs to be epoxy based paint to go on the fiber composite topsheets that we already paid for.
03-24-2007, 01:13 PM
Truckee Joe

sweet splat ill contact you later to get the edges. right now i am keeping my self busy with learning how to profile this spyder foam (really cool stuff.)

The topsheets will also keep me busy. I found a screen printer that might be able to print onto a vinyl so i might not need to use the provided topsheets at all. anyway thats just me so everyone keep truckin and ill see you at class on wed or thurs..
06-03-2007, 07:54 PM
Truckee Joe

ANY updates anyone, or is this whole thing a bust.
06-18-2007, 05:51 PM
ska21

I just received this today. What does it all mean?

Dear Build Your Own Snowboard/Skis Class,

I am contacting you to give you an update on this class. I wanted you to know that although the class has certainly had some bumps (or maybe I should say mountains) in the road we have not forgotten about you! I have stayed on top of the progress of this class for the past four months and am quite aware of all of the difficulties the course has had. For those of you I have not spoken to personally I give you the sincere apologies of TMCC/WDCE and myself and I thank you for your amazing patience!

Bob is still committed to having each and every one of you complete a set of skis or a snowboard. The delay at the moment is still the materials. I contacted the company today to get the details and apparently the machine needed to make the materials you guys need has been broken for quite some time. The machine is fixed now and of course the materials order has been in for months but with the backlog they are estimating that the materials will still be three to four weeks from arriving in Reno. At that time you will be contacted by either Bob or myself to get the class started again. If need be Bob can work with you individually to make it work for your schedule. We are committed to having you complete your projects by the end of the summer with plenty of time to hit the slopes when the snow comes.

Once again I want you to know how sorry we are for all of the struggles that this class has gone through. It is certainly not typical of a TMCC class and we want to make it right. We will keep working at it until everyone is satisfied. Thank you for your patience, we truly appreciate it.

Amy Williams
Program Manager
Truckee Meadows Community College
Workforce Development and Continuing Education
5270 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
775-824-3831
Fax: 775-829-9032
ARWilliams@tmcc.edu
wdce.tmcc.edu

Education is not the filling of a pail,
but the lighting of a fire.
- William Butler Yeats
06-19-2007, 12:20 PM
TahoePowShredder

good to know that not much has changed since february in terms of progress.

whatever, i got my refund and I am happy now. If i'm gonna make skis, i'll do it my way. definately not Bob's way, which is to not make skis!
09-06-2007, 08:35 PM
Truckee Joe

Quote:

Originally Posted by TahoePowShredder

good to know that not much has changed since february in terms of progress.

whatever, i got my refund and I am happy now. If i'm gonna make skis, i'll do it my way. definately not Bob's way, which is to not make skis!

Hey has anyone been building over the summer? I Got a bagging setup in my basement now, and can't wait to do a little layup soon.
09-09-2007, 02:38 PM
Silverbullet555

Quote:

Originally Posted by Truckee Joe

Hey has anyone been building over the summer? I Got a bagging setup in my basement now, and can't wait to do a little layup soon.

Nope. Got jacked on extra materials cost, tool costs, etc. I've got a top sheet, P-tex sides, filler material, two cores and inserts sitting in our spare room.