How can I buy US Blanks?

US Blanks are available wholesale and through a network of distributors. To set up a wholesale account, contact us at [email protected], otherwise you can purchase through one of our Resellers listed below.

How much is a US blank?

Surfboard Blanks

Where are US Blanks made?

the USA
US Blanks has always been ‘Made in the USA’. Our entire collection is made in USA – right here in Los Angeles – the heart of the domestic apparel manufacturing industry in America. Even our fabrics are all knitted and dyed here in LA.

Where do surfboard blanks come from?

So basically, surfboard foam blanks are made from either EPS or polyurethane foam. This in turn determines the sort of resin that will be used in making the surfboard. Epoxy surfboards have EPS cores. Polyurethane blanks are compatible with polyester resins and traditional fiberglass surfboards.

Why did Clark Foam close?

Closure. On December 5, 2005, Gordon Clark abruptly shut down Clark Foam, then worth about $40 million, and began destroying his molds and equipment, citing difficulties with government regulatory agencies over the chemicals and equipment he used and claims filed against him by former employees.

Why are longboard surfboards so expensive?

Surfboards cost what they do because of the materials used, the cost of labor, and the type of surfboard you buy. For example, longboards will usually cost more than shortboards, and foam boards have their range of prices. Also, man made surfboards will cost more than those that are produced in a factory assembly line.

How do I choose a surfboard blank?

When selecting a blank you will normally want to pick one that is a couple of inches longer than the board you want to build but usually no longer than 6”. Width- There are a couple of key width measurements that you will want to take into account when selecting a blank.

Who replaced Clark Foam?

But the dark days didn’t last particularly long. Just a year later, two former Clark executives, Kim Thress and Jeff Holtby launched US Blanks, a company that now headlines the market, and which produces better blanks than Clark ever did.

Where was Clark Foam located?

Laguna Niguel
Founding. In 1961, Clark set up his own company, Clark Foam. Originally located in Laguna Canyon, it later moved to Laguna Niguel.

Where are Firewire surfboards made?

Thailand
The company, which has been around since 2005, started with factories in California and Australia, but moved to Thailand in 2007. Firewire uses expanded polystyrene, which is lighter, tougher, and better for the environment. And because they’re designed with CAD and made with CNC machines, every board is identical.

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