Fastest way to detune edge

SchizoSkier

SchizoSkier

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I really don’t wanna sit here with a file for an hour and go ham on my edges. What are some faster methods for detuning edges
 
14538544:SchizoSkier said:
Can I just use normal sandpaper belt or do I have to use a special one for metal
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you can use the normal one, it will get fucked pretty quick so make sure you have spare ones
 
angle grinder with a real worn down flap disc....if u use a brand new disc its gonna eat your edge real quick, and leave it rough, almost serrated. I smooth with file after grinder.

With fairly aggressive file ran close to perpendicular to edge it should go pretty quick as well.
 
Be careful if you do choose to use an angle grinder, your bases may melt from the heat, a file and gummy stone will be the safest option
 
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You’re psycho lmao

14538579:Farmville420 said:
Just take 5 laps on the skis and ur good
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If you want quick and don’t want to use a file (we’ll it’s still kind of using a file) then set a base bevel 1.5 or higher. It’ll have you sliding and your edge clearing the rail right away
 
14538629:MichiganCatFart said:
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinder, Paddle Switch, No-Lock is our highest performing small angle grinder. It generates the power of a 13A corded grinder, brakes all accessories under 3 seconds, and has 6” grinding capacity. The POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor provides you with 9,000 RPM and the power equivalent of a 13A corded grinder, delivering industry-leading performance. REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects your angle grinder from overload, overheating and over discharge. The Rapid Stop Brake feature stops all accessories in under 3 seconds. Providing you with high performance, advanced ergonomics and legendary durability, the M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinder is designed to complete the toughest grinding, surface preparation and cutting applications with all 4-1/2” – 6” accessories. The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ XC6.0 Battery provides you with more material removed per charge and unmatched run-time in all applications. Tool-free accessory changes using the FIXTEC nut and tool-free guard adjustments mean you will experience less downtime as you work. The cordless angle grinder's grinding wheel is sold separately.
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I actually picked one of these up a few weeks ago for some metal work I need to do. Nice tool tbh
 
Does detuning with a file take hours? I’ve done it on some skis and feel like I’ve done plenty with a decent amount of swipes
 
14538767:muffMan. said:
Does detuning with a file take hours? I’ve done it on some skis and feel like I’ve done plenty with a decent amount of swipes
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I've tried it once and after like 30 mins I could still cut paper with my edges afterwords
 
Honestly, if you have a friendly shop, the easiest way to do it is to ask them to either a) let you use this:

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or b) have the shop do it for you on this if they have some knowledgeable park skiers on staff.

Basically takes about 20-30 seconds per edge so it's done in two mins or so, just remove the guide arm and round out the edges under the binding by taking multiple (~6) passes increasing the grinding angle by around 15 degrees each time. It's a pretty aggressive detune but it's super quick and easy. I can explain this better if someone wants to try it.

**This post was edited on May 26th 2023 at 9:41:32am
 
14538778:Farmville420 said:
I've tried it once and after like 30 mins I could still cut paper with my edges afterwords
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Damn I’m lucky I never caught an edge. I’m sure they’re detuned now but I just kinda took fresh edges down to where it wouldn’t scrape off a bit of my fingernail
 
14538836:muffMan. said:
Damn I’m lucky I never caught an edge. I’m sure they’re detuned now but I just kinda took fresh edges down to where it wouldn’t scrape off a bit of my fingernail
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I just don't detune skis anymore and Brad thinks I'm a psycho for it but I swear sharp edges don't even catch unless you're doing fast slides lol
 
I have friends who did that way but I just hate it. I don’t like friction at all so any grab I hate. Maybe I became this fanatical in Finland when the local park had sticky ass rails lol

14538850:Farmville420 said:
I just don't detune skis anymore and Brad thinks I'm a psycho for it but I swear sharp edges don't even catch unless you're doing fast slides lol
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topic:SchizoSkier said:
I really don’t wanna sit here with a file for an hour and go ham on my edges. What are some faster methods for detuning edges
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I just use a rock for a few passes. Only takes a couple minutes. You don't want to remove too much material, just enough so they don't bite the first few rails you hit.
 
14538629:MichiganCatFart said:
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinder, Paddle Switch, No-Lock is our highest performing small angle grinder. It generates the power of a 13A corded grinder, brakes all accessories under 3 seconds, and has 6” grinding capacity. The POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor provides you with 9,000 RPM and the power equivalent of a 13A corded grinder, delivering industry-leading performance. REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects your angle grinder from overload, overheating and over discharge. The Rapid Stop Brake feature stops all accessories in under 3 seconds. Providing you with high performance, advanced ergonomics and legendary durability, the M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinder is designed to complete the toughest grinding, surface preparation and cutting applications with all 4-1/2” – 6” accessories. The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ XC6.0 Battery provides you with more material removed per charge and unmatched run-time in all applications. Tool-free accessory changes using the FIXTEC nut and tool-free guard adjustments mean you will experience less downtime as you work. The cordless angle grinder's grinding wheel is sold separately.
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Babe wake up new NS copypasta dropped
 
14538778:Farmville420 said:
I've tried it once and after like 30 mins I could still cut paper with my edges afterwords
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with a proper file, used correctly, you should be able to easily deutne all 4 edges to a dull as fuck state of being.
 
14538778:Farmville420 said:
I've tried it once and after like 30 mins I could still cut paper with my edges afterwords
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Did you buy your skis from an ski racing infomercial? Impossible to dull. Stays sharp forever! Permanently waxed for speed!!
 
14538745:Non_State_Actor said:
I actually picked one of these up a few weeks ago for some metal work I need to do. Nice tool tbh
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Been thinking about getting one of the flathead ones they’re so sick
 
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