{"product_id":"gong-sanding-block","title":"GONG | Sanding Block","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand sanding block\u003c\/strong\u003e for trailing edges of \u003cstrong\u003efront wings\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estabs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emasts\u003c\/strong\u003e of all brands.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe perfect sanding angle of this hand sanding block allows you to \u003cstrong\u003erestore a damaged trailing edge\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ereduce the risk of cuts on chipped fibers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis angle will also \u003cstrong\u003ereduce potential whistling and improve speed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe sanding surface is inclined at 30°\u003c\/strong\u003e to bevel your trailing edge from the underside of your front wing or your stab, as well as your mast. Impossible to mess up the angle, this tool is \u003cstrong\u003esuper easy to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e A tool as simple as it is essential.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003eergonomic\u003c\/strong\u003e shape perfectly protects the fingers of the hand during sanding to \u003cstrong\u003eavoid cutting yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e on the foil during handling. The 30° bevel will allow you to create a Donaldson trailing edge if your foil is too flat. This will\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;attenuate the whistling of a noisy foil.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe careful not to remove too much material on your trailing edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e it will make your foil \u003cstrong\u003esharper and more dangerous\u003c\/strong\u003e for you and other practitioners on the spot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, \u003cstrong\u003eexcessive sanding of the trailing edge\u003c\/strong\u003e could result in \u003cstrong\u003edelamination of the trailing edge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand sanding block will also be a great ally in the event of your foil falling on hard ground. This tool allows you to immediately sand it down in the parking lot without having to improvise a homemade and improper solution. You can also use this hand sanding block\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;to find the perfect angle after repairing the trailing edge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand sanding block is equipped with an EVA coating which will avoid leaving marks on the foil during sanding. It comes with 2 discs of 25mm grain P180, easily changeable thanks to the velcro present on the tool.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanding discs are standard\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esold in tool stores.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUSAGE PRECAUTIONS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanding the trailing edge of your foil can make it very sharp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe probability of cutting yourself on contact with your trailing edge could be greatly increased. You must exercise the utmost caution. Never take unnecessary risks: a whistle is better than a cut. This tool is mainly intended for the repair of your foil, not to make it dangerous.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the appropriate protection when going out at sea. Keep in mind that a foil can also cause injuries on land, so handle it with care. The risk of cutting your hand when sanding the foil is real, be careful when using the hand sanding block by putting your fingers where they need to be, and do not put excessive effort into the tool.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanding a foil is irreversible\u003c\/strong\u003e, be careful not to remove too much material at once. Excessive sanding will result in delamination of the trailing edge. It is recommended to lightly sand your foil and repeat the operation if you deem it necessary.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite the presence of an EVA patch, \u003cstrong\u003ethe presence of sand or dirt will scratch your foil\u003c\/strong\u003e, be sure to use the product \u003cstrong\u003eonly on clean foils\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally rinsed before sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDISCLAIMER AGREEMENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn return for the purchase and\/or use of this GONG product, you acknowledge having read and understood the information and instructions mentioned above and you accept the following terms of this contract, to the maximum extent permitted by the law, either:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo waive all present and future claims\u003c\/strong\u003e against \u003cstrong\u003eGONG SUP 1 SARL\u003c\/strong\u003e, or one of its agents, resulting from the use of this product and any of its components.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo release GONG SUP 1 SARL\u003c\/strong\u003e, or one of its agents, \u003cstrong\u003efrom any liability in the event of loss, damage, injury\u003c\/strong\u003e or expense that you, a relative or any other user of this product may have to bear and resulting from the use of this product, and this whatever the cause, including the negligence or the non-respect of this contract by GONG SUP 1 SARL, or one of its agents, relative to the design or the manufacture of this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the event of the death or incapacity of the buyer, this agreement will remain effective and binding on his heirs, relatives, executors, administrators, assigns and representatives.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy using the GONG product, you assume and accept all risk of known and unknown injury to you or any third party while using this equipment. The \u003cstrong\u003erisks associated with this sport\u003c\/strong\u003e can be considerably reduced by \u003cstrong\u003erespecting the safety and use instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e and by exercising common sense.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GONG","offers":[{"title":"Unique","offer_id":48030560977215,"sku":"GON3SANDINGBLOCK","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/5975\/5071\/files\/gong-sanding-block_IMG_1.png?v=1736508227","url":"https:\/\/www.gong-galaxy.com\/en-us\/products\/gong-sanding-block","provider":"GONG Galaxy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}