Acknowledgements

I would like to recognize and thank:

Grain Surfboards  - A school and supplier of kits and custom surfboards whose priorities include the environment and "making friends     over making money." Their business model, sustainable products, and craftsmanship have been a true inspiration. 
Joe Harmon - Designer and builder of the inspirational all-wood supercar, the Splinter. He was very helpful answering my questions about weaving wood into composites.
OWWM.org - This online community of vintage powertool enthusiasts guided me through the drill restoration process.
Roarockit - The provider the vacuum bags and high-quality canadian rock maple, who helped me and countless other board-builders step into the process of horizontal lamination.  
Silverfishlongboarding.com - Home to the online community of longboard builders, including master woodworkers and an ex-Formula-One composite specialist, who collaborate, share ideas, offer advice, and share their creations.  
Chesapeake Light Craft - The leading authority on building stitch-and-glue wooden boats. 
Newfound Woodworks, Inc - A wooden boat company that provided me with information regarding fiberglassing.


My Family - This would not have been possible if it were not for their continued support, advice and service as human clamps.