More progress on the “wave” ramp. The compound curve required scoring the plywood, and then filling the cracks with thickened epoxy. 6’ radius on the left and a 7’ radius on the right, tightening up to a 5’ radius breaking wave. The ramp is pitched slightly to shed water, and so it goes downhill into that pitched wave section.
It’s been so hot here (Ithaca NY) that I can only work a couple hours in the morning. But it’s getting there.
3.5x16x7 radius backyard mini ramp. Lady skater here of 25 years. So excited!
Hey guys,
Just curious if someone has cut their radius using a circular saw on a pivot? Ive done this once in the past for another project using a strip of 3/4" plywood and it wasn't bad. Anyone done this?
Seems like after drawing your radius, you could fasten your pivot in the same manner and zip out the transitions pretty quick and consistently.
Filmed these clips today at the worst park on earth (except the mini ramp is incredible) after work.
Got a ramp from someone who no longer needed it (had to take it apart and move it as part of the deal) ramp had an extension which I removed to have a an even 12w 4’H ramp. Coping notches are not consistent throughout the segments and looking for some pointers on how to get them that way.
Also had to replace some of the 2x4’s (ribs) along the way. Any advice on reinforcing the sides of the radius cuts as well??? No carpenter here, but doing my best.
39”x12’x24’ 6’ transitions, 54” extension with homemade pool coping, 2” black pipe for the rest.
PT 3/4” for transitions, PT studs for any direct ground or rain contact.
I’m in the PNW, and I’d like for this to be around for a while. it’s going up on stacked pavers next to the shed.
what I’ve done: painted all of the edges of ply, most of the cut edges of 2x4’s (forgot)
I have 5 gallons of free ext paint that I am rolling/spaying on to every underlayment sheet of 3/8” cdx. I’m using gatorskins for the ride surface.
I’m leaning toward laying the gators diagonally for noise reduction, does this work to eliminate the thunkthunk noise? Any other noise reduction tips?
thanks!
Our backyard ramp build!
3.5x16. The decks are to the wall around 5 feet.
Ramp was built by Steve.
Gatorskins were picked up in Raleigh!
First we poured a concrete slab and added a metal building. We insulated the building with spray foam and put up framing for the walls. We need to finish the walls and paint.
There are things we would do differently, if there were any questions about this build I’m happy to answer them!
Still work to do on the building walls, but everything is starting to come together! Wilson, North Carolina.
I was debating on building a ramp of the same dimensions because it'd fit great in the garage. I don't really have a ton experience with transition or miniramps, outside of some obnoxious qps at my local. So I see it as a learning opportunity. But my only hesitation is if it would actually be a good way to learn some rock-n-rolls, slashers, stalls, maybe disasters? Or would I be better off saving time and money with a 2' qp.
Hey guys, anyone here built a mini same size as Ben's ramp? Just curious what people think of the radius specifically as I can't make up my mind. Seems most of the manufacturers have a much more mellow radius. Thanks!
About to start an outdoor ramp build with all pressure treated material but having a hard time sourcing PT 3/8 ply for the transitions. I'm in north part of NC so maybe a limitation in just my area? Thanks!