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Fibreglass mast / slivers

Created by jeffreyheslop9 jeffreyheslop9  > 9 months ago, 11 Jun 2017
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jeffreyheslop9
jeffreyheslop9

2 posts

11 Jun 2017 5:08pm
Hello, I'm new to the world of windsurfing. I have purchased a couple boards used. One is an alpha 130 fun. Now when I handled the mast I get small fibres in my hand. It seems that the finnish has been worn off from the sail rubbing on it. I'm looking for some kind of a fix.
decrepit
decrepit

WA

12802 posts

11 Jun 2017 5:45pm
This is most likely UV damage due to the mast being left in the sun. A coat of resin may help, but the best fix is another mast.
Beaglebuddy
Beaglebuddy

1595 posts

11 Jun 2017 6:02pm
Bin it.
Mark _australia
Mark _australia

WA

23526 posts

11 Jun 2017 9:40pm
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decrepit said..
This is most likely UV damage due to the mast being left in the sun. A coat of resin may help, but the best fix is another mast.


Or a mast from this century.

jeffreyheslop9
jeffreyheslop9

2 posts

12 Jun 2017 12:44pm
Great thanks
ballast
ballast

QLD

500 posts

12 Jun 2017 7:42pm
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Honestly would be more trouble than its worth to repair.
You can probably pick up second hand 2 piece carbon mast for less than a hundred dollars.
Or have a look at your local trash and treasure at the local tip and you could have another glass mast for $20.
Where are you at?
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