Glassing Schedules

The fiberglass cloth and resin schedule — how many layers and what weight of cloth — determines your board's durability, weight, and flex characteristics. Blake's approach is to build boards heavier than industry standard because they last longer and perform better under real-world surfing.

Fiberglass Cloth Types

E-Cloth — The cheapest, most common. Light and affordable but not as durable as premium options. Most budget boards use this.

S-Cloth (Satin Weave) — Premium cloth with a tighter weave. More durable than e-cloth, smoother finish, better feel. Blake uses this where e-cloth would be standard.

Warp Cloth — Premium directional cloth. Provides excellent strength in the length direction (top to tail). Perfect for reinforcing the board's core.

Volan Fiberglass — Dark brown cloth with different resin absorption. Used for patches and reinforcement. Classic look in combination with other cloth types.

Blake's Glassing Schedules vs Industry Standard

Shortboards - **Industry Standard:** 4oz e-cloth top, 6oz e-cloth bottom, basic finish - **Blake's Schedule:** 6oz warp top, 4oz s-cloth sides, 6oz warp + 6oz e-cloth bottom with 6oz warp tail patch - **Result:** Boards that last longer and handle more impact without cracking

Twin Fins - **Industry Standard:** 4oz e-cloth top, 6oz e-cloth bottom - **Blake's Schedule:** 6oz warp + 4oz s-cloth top, 6oz warp + 6oz e-cloth bottom with reinforced patches - **Result:** Twin fins that hold up to repeated hard turns without fatigue

Mid-Lengths - **Industry Standard:** 4oz e-cloth top, 6oz e-cloth bottom - **Blake's Schedule:** 6oz warp + 4oz s-cloth top and bottom with 6oz warp patches - **Result:** Versatile boards that don't delam from constant flex

Longboards - **Industry Standard:** 6oz e-cloth + 4oz e-cloth patches - **Blake's Schedule:** 6oz warp top, 6oz e-cloth sides, 6oz warp + 6oz e-cloth bottom with 6oz warp reinforced patches - **Result:** Boards with excellent glide and durability that improve with age

The Philosophy

Blake intentionally builds boards slightly heavier because: 1. They flex more predictably (better feel) 2. They last significantly longer (less cracking and delamination) 3. They perform better in a wider range of conditions 4. The extra weight is minimal (typically 0.5–1.5 lbs more than industry standard)

If you want the absolute lightest board possible, Blake can reduce the glassing schedule — but he'll let you know you're sacrificing durability.