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by John Mellor
Tue Oct 13, 2015 12:27 am
Forum: For Sale, Wanted or Trade
Topic: eBay Beeg Sale
Replies: 15
Views: 10801

Re: eBay Beeg Sale

SheeeeIIIIItttttt.... if you think THAT'S a deal, check out THIS!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tandum-Bicycle- ... 4183353ae2
by John Mellor
Thu Oct 08, 2015 5:09 pm
Forum: Paipo Board Design & Building
Topic: bellyboard for BIG guy
Replies: 48
Views: 21445

Re: bellyboard for BIG guy

Hi - Yes, that rail foil thing has always intrigued me and plays a big part I'm sure. Photos and videos are good ways to assess how much of the rail is actually penetrating the water surface. As with any penetrating foil, there must be an optimal leading edge, thickness placement, and exit taper. An...
by John Mellor
Thu Oct 08, 2015 1:47 am
Forum: Paipo Board Design & Building
Topic: bellyboard for BIG guy
Replies: 48
Views: 21445

Re: bellyboard for BIG guy

I agree with both Skiff and s-glider. What I would call "closed-end" concaves provide lift. The lift is supplied by the diversion of moving water from a line parallel to the bottom, to more more downward flow. For this effect to take place, the entire concave must be in the water, as S-gl...
by John Mellor
Thu Oct 08, 2015 12:42 am
Forum: Your Wave
Topic: Paipo Surf Spots in Ventura
Replies: 13
Views: 6060

Re: Paipo Surf Spots in Ventura

Here ya go.... Wait for a decent day. This is key. On a sizeable low tide day, head for Emma Wood State Beach (aka Ventura Overhead) - there will likely be rideable waves on the inside or if you don't mind a long paddle, head for one of the outside peaks. Go for the late take-off and hold on. You ar...
by John Mellor
Sat Apr 13, 2013 9:31 pm
Forum: Paipo Board Design & Building
Topic: Mega Platter Redux
Replies: 35
Views: 14164

Re: Mega Platter Redux

Just for reference I tried one of Skiff's old 6'3" X 29" models recently. I'm 58, weigh about 210 lbs and am 6' tall. It did feel like a lot of board but it made for dreamy wave catching ability and ability to make it over flat spots in the wave, etc. With twin keels mounted back near the ...
by John Mellor
Wed Aug 01, 2012 2:34 am
Forum: Your Wave
Topic: Paipo Gathering in San Simeon Aug 3-5, 2012
Replies: 44
Views: 81833

Re: Paipo Gathering in San Simeon Aug 3-5, 2012

I will be riding in by bicycle with a surf mat and fins on Friday. If I can't get in on a hike/bike site, maybe I can piggyback with someone?

Thanks!