Re: Re: How do you know when edges need sharpening?

Forums Tuning and Care How do you know when edges need sharpening? Re: Re: How do you know when edges need sharpening?

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Travis Hightower
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    I used a file on my old k2, but it was a backup board so i didnt care if it got messed up or not.luckily i didnt do any damage to my edge, but it just seems sketchy (even though i learnedit from transworld snow tune tips).11″ file with scotch tape wrapped around the base 6 times about where you hold it (2″ from theend is what i used)it gave me my 2 degree bevel and resharpened my edge a bit. of course you still have to doit on the sidewall edge as well.if you're going to a resort id just let them do it at the pro shop.  it shouldnt cost much foredging unless its in horrible shape, and if it is THAT BAD, its better to let a pro grind itdown and resharpen it anyways. and while you're there you can pick up a sharpener.(i personally perfer the ones with guides. but they  have hand held ones that dontcost much at all)Im sure there are other tricks. thats ju