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Hi all. I got a new board back in April - a
K2
Titan. I have used it quite a bit at MK and Tam but no mountain use yet.
To my horror I have noticed that the edges have rust spots in quite a few places. In one place there is a patch of corrosion about 5mm long. Is this normal, is there something wrong with my board or am I not looking after it properly? I do tend to dry it off after use (although not particularly thoroughly) but I did think that boards would be made of hardier stuff as they are designed to be used in wet conditions.
I have also noticed that some parts of the ratchets on the bindings (the pins and springs bit) also seem to be rusty - I've got Burton Missions.
Could someone please advise what proplems this could cause and whether I should take it back to the shop?
Ta
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rust on the edges isnt really anything to worry about as it will file off easily. it would help to wax after use and leave the excess wax on, this will stop the edges rusting.
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Get a gummi stone, that'll take it off no problems without doing any damage to the edges, it's nothing to worry about. To avoid it in future use zardoz notwax over the base when you finish boarding, it'll protect from rust no problem.
Not sure about the bindings.
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i've got missions and can't see any rust on mine. a quick squirt of wd40 when you're putting stuff into storage will drive off any moisture. dab off with a rag afterwards to remove any excess and avoid getting on any fabric or material finished parts because it will probably stain.
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