Ancient Materials in Modern Surfboard Construction: Josh Martin's Innovative Techniques

DIY Surfboard Camper Will Blow Your Mind - Adventures in Baja - The "Shark Board" and "The Cream Puff"
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Surf Splendor - #SurfPodcast - Episode 513 w/ Josh Martin
📌 Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Josh Martin
00:04:59 - Building a Career as a Surfboard Builder
00:15:15 - Beginning of Surfboard Shaping Journey
00:20:08 - From Surf Shop to Shaping Surfboards
00:25:14 - Shallow Lifestyle and Choosing Surf Partners
00:30:15 - Adventures in Baja: Fishing and Camping Tips
00:34:52 - The Origin of the Cream Puff
00:39:53 - Customizing the Camper Design
00:54:43 - The Economics of DIY Campers and Surfboards
01:04:33 - Surfboard Construction Process
01:14:07 - The Challenges of Using Carbon Fiber in Surfboards
01:18:37 - Analog vs Digital Surfboard Materials
01:23:29 - EPS Surfboard and Its Characteristics
01:28:12 - Building the Stringer Construction
01:42:48 - Surfing Adventures and Memories
01:48:17 - The Paddle Surf Vehicle
🎧 About This Surf Podcast: In this episode, craftsman Josh Martin shares his journey and insights into the world of surfboard building and the unique lifestyle it encompasses. Josh explains how he established his career in surfboard shaping, detailing the creative process and personal fulfillment he finds in his craft. He discusses the origins of his passion, tracing it back to his beginnings at a surf shop and the transition to shaping boards.
Josh also talks about his experience customizing a camper made from surfboard material, emphasizing the economic and practical aspects of DIY projects, he shares personal stories from his adventures in Baja, providing tips on fishing and camping, and reflects on the importance of craftsmanship in his work and life.
Josh wraps up the episode by exploring broader themes of life and business. He touches on the challenges and rewards of being an Instagram influencer, balancing the analog and digital worlds, and the value of making and maintaining connections.
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🏄‍♂️ About Josh Martin: Josh Martin, a skilled surfboard shaper from Capistrano Beach, CA, carries on a family tradition of shaping surfboards, blending tradition with innovation to craft exceptional boards. With a passion for analog tools and handcrafting, Josh's approach to shaping reflects a deep respect for the process and a commitment to authenticity.
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🎙️ Surf Podcast Recap: Craftsman Josh Martin joins us to discuss inventing the Shark Board, why people morph into looking like their dog, how ancient materials may be the future of board building, constructing a camper out of surfboard material, and making a living as an Instagram Influencer. Enjoy!
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[@adviseriseofkingdoms2132]

Love Josh’s story telling and knowledge best podcast I’ve seen so far would love to work with that’s guy

[@fastpastgonebye]

This was my favorite interview to date! What a great guy!! It took me two intervals eight hours apart to finish but boy this made my day! thanks so much and happy to follow!

[@SurfSplendor]

Thanks so much. Glad you found it!

[@user-jk3bp1wk2x]

Springer stringer , working on a similar concept, enough rebound would be like surfing on a trampoline.

[@codyborn99]

Great show. I like him. I also like his choice board construction is poly foam with epoxy resin.
I have an 8’1” Poly/epoxy Micky Munoz Patagonia that I really like in that fashion.

[@SurfSplendor]

Thank you for your kind words, @codyborn99! We're thrilled you enjoyed the show and appreciate your support. Your Poly/epoxy Micky Munoz Patagonia sounds like an absolute gem! #PolyEpoxyPerfection #SurfingCommunity ✌

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00:02 Josh Martin has carved out his own identity in board building.
02:23 Josh Martin introduces some incredible new products and offers from sponsors.
07:25 Josh Martin's innovative techniques in surfboard construction
09:43 Josh Martin needed to work with his hands and create freely
14:26 Josh Martin's early life and passion for surfing
16:30 Introduction to shaping surfboards at a young age
20:32 Transition from shaping fins to surfboard construction
22:50 Josh Martin prioritized work over surfing for a living
26:58 Josh Martin's Baja surfing trips in a modified Honda Civic
28:48 Innovative surfboard trailer design for surfers and fishermen
32:36 Essential tools and materials for surfboard construction
34:35 Resourceful improvisations in vehicle repairs
38:30 Discussing the idea of building a camper for a truck
40:29 Designing a unique and functional camper
44:24 Innovative use of EPS foam and flax cloth in surfboard construction
46:31 Reuse of surfboard materials in camper construction
50:30 Discussion on priorities and preferences
52:40 Josh Martin received sponsorships for camper build through content creation.
56:45 Challenges of surfboard construction
58:35 Josh Martin explains the reason behind gluing up his own blanks
1:03:07 Spruce was removed from surfboard construction due to difficulties in shaping and inconsistency in grain.
1:05:08 Emphasizing on using high-quality wood for surfboard construction
1:08:50 Struggles with pricing surfboards and valuing craftsmanship
1:11:02 Collaborative surfboard construction process
1:14:54 Initiating collaboration with Elon Musk for surfboard construction
1:16:34 Introduction to using carbon fiber in surfboard construction
1:20:51 Carbon fiber is best utilized as the outermost layer on a surfboard
1:22:49 Maintaining the Integrity of the outer skin of the surfboard is crucial for strength
1:26:44 Innovative surfboard construction using Balsa and Spruce materials
1:28:39 Innovative Stringer Design in Surfboard Construction
1:32:41 Using an iPhone and iMovie for quick video editing
1:34:27 Josh Martin met his wife Heather at church youth group in the late 80s
1:38:35 Challenges faced in early career and finding success through perseverance
1:40:41 The border region has security issues.
1:44:38 Surfing used to be more about adventure and the overall experience.
1:46:38 Josh Martin's surfboard design innovation with Dave Parmiter's hybrid paddling and surfing board
1:50:45 Josh Martin shares an interesting anecdote about a surfboard request.
1:52:48 Discussion about the absence of a clock in the house.

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The Archer?