Slideshow for Halfpipe Construction

Framed Mini Halfpipe Transition Date: 12/21/2005 In this photo you can see what a halfpipe looks like in it's frames stage. You will also notice the coping has been installed.

12ft wide framed mini halpipe ramp A halfpipe mini ramp in it's framed stage Date: 12/21/2005 Two sections of a mini ramp screwed together during the framing stage of ramp construction

Halfpipe Flatbottom section support Cinder blocks usedto support two halpipe framed sections Date: 12/21/2005 In this photo you can see how cinder blocks were used to support where the transition section and flatbottom sections meet. This was necessary because the ground The ramp was built on was very uneven.

Framed Mini Halfpipe 12ft wide 5ft tall Halfpipe with extension ready to be sheeted Date: 12/21/2005 This Halfpipe is almost ready to be sheeted as all the joists, the coping the decks and sections are all now screwed together.

Framed Halpipe Mini Ramp Another photo showing two sections screwed toghether Date: 12/21/2005 This photo shows two transitioned halfpipe sections screwed together. One section was built 5ft tall and the other was built 6ft tall to give the ramp a 4ft wide extension on one side.

Halpipe Coping Installation Close up photo of skateboard coping installed on mini ramp Date: 12/21/2005 In the photo you can see the coping resting on top of the very top joist. The coping has been bolted down. You should always install coping before you sheet your ramp.

Halfpipe Flatbottom Meets Transtion Template Flatbottom section screwed to transition section of a halfpipe Date: 12/21/2005 When your flatbottom needs to be attached to your template sections screwing the two end joists together will ensure your ramp is strong and that there will be a smooth transition to flatbottom.

Halfpipe Template Taller Than 4ft 5ft tall halfpipe template closeup Date: 12/21/2005 Here you can see that we needed to use two separate pieces of plywood to gain the height of 5ft. Were the two pieces meet we doubled up the 2x4 joists going across to the other identical template.

Extra sway supports underneath halpipe Sway supports installed under the ramp Date: 12/21/2005 Here we used scrap 2x4's to give the halfpipe extra sway support.

Halfpipe Under the deck supports Photo showing supports underneath a halpipe deck Date: 12/21/2005 Here you can see that extra supports are needed to strengthen the deck and to keep the deck legs from moving.

Halfpipe Extension Supports Close up of supports used to keep the extension in place Date: 12/21/2005 When ever possible you should use 2x4's to strengthen two template pieces. If you plan to build a ramp taller than 4ft you will need to get used to doing this.

Halfpipe Deck Bolts Using bolts to support the deck Date: 12/21/2005 Some might say that using bolts to hold up your deck may be overkill but if you have the time, why not make your decks safe and strong for all the neighborhood kids to stand on.

Extra Halpipe Deck Support Using Extra sway support were you can can make a difference Date: 12/21/2005 Here we used some srap 2x4's to help strengthen the decks and the halfpipe overall.

Halfpipe Deck Joist Supports Date: 12/21/2005 Here you can see were we screwed a scarp 2x4 under the deck joists for extra strength when standing on the ramp deck.

Deck Support Legs Using pre-formed post blocks to hold the legs in place Date: 12/21/2005 An alternative method to pouring concrete in a hole for the posts are these pre-formed post blocks placed in a hole then filled with crushed stone. Believe it or not this is very strong.

Halfpipe Deck Leg Supports Date: 12/21/2005 Here you can see one of the pre-formed deck post bases set in place with crushed stone around it. You can also use concrete but we thought we would try a new method that turned out to work very well. We also tied the bottom of the deck leg with 2x4's just in case.

Halfpipe Sway Supports Extra Halfpipe Sway supports under the deck of a halfpipe Date: 12/21/2005 Here you can see how many places we added extra support to the decks and ramp transitions. This kind of extra support makes a huge difference in the strength of your ramp and you won't be freaking out when the BMX riders show up to do a few lines.

Framed Halfpipe with Extra Supports Framed Halfpipe with Extra Supports Date: 12/21/2005 This ramp is ready to be sheeted and skated.

Sheeting a Halpfpipe with Plywood Installing the first layer of plywood on a halpipe Date: 12/21/2005 Here we are installing the first sheet of plywood for the first layer of the halfpipe. Notice the 2x4 at the bottom of the plywood. We measured down 4ft from the coping and screwed it in place. This helped us temporarily snap the first sheet in place and give us a small edge to stand on while working.

Sheeting a Halfpipe Ramp Installing the first layer of plywood on a halfpipe mini ramp Date: 12/21/2005 Here we are installing the first sheet of plywood for the first layer of the halfpipe. Applying pressure is helpful when screwing down the plywood.

Sheeting a Halfpipe Ramp Closeup Installing the first layer of plywood on a halfpipe mini ramp close up Date: 12/21/2005 Here is a close up shot of the first layer snapped in place for screwing. Notice how we used a chalk line to help find the joists underneath. It is always important to screw your screws into the 2x4 joist underneath the plywood. This will help bend and shape the plywood to the transition and give the ramp strength.

Completed mini halfpipe ramp A completed halfpipe ready to ride. Date: 12/21/2005 This is a photo of a halfpipe ramp completely sheeted with plywood, painted for protection and ready to ride. Using a darker paint helps you from going blind on sunny days. A good Tarp is always a great investment for protecting your halfpipe ramp.

Completed mini halfpipe ramp Date: 12/21/2005 Normally you would dig out the ground to build the halfpipe on a flatter area. However The owner of this halfpipe did not want to dig into the ground. So we had to build the ramp up off the ground using cinderblocks.

Halfpipe Side Shot Under decks make great storeage areas Date: 12/21/2005 As you can see using the space under the decks for storage is always helpful. You can even add plywood to the sides to make a mini shed underneath if you feel like it. you would be surprised at how much stuff you can hide under a halfpipe ramp.

Halpipe Deck Railing A Deck Railing installed for safety Date: 12/21/2005 Not only is a deck a good idea for safety reasons but it's nice to lean on after a good session.

Getting onto your ramp Adding an old ladder to the halpipe deck Date: 12/21/2007 Here we cut down and screwed an old wooden ladder to the deck to get up on the ramp easily.

Metal at the bottom of a quarterpipe Metal at the bottom of a quarterpipe Date: 08/13/2007 Metal at the bottom of a quarterpipe helps make the transition from concrete to a ramp alot easier when skating

Halfpipe Coping Installation How to install halfpipe coping properly Date: 08/21/2007 by carefully measuring and cutting out "pie cuts" on each halfpipe section template your coping will sit perfectly where it needs to be for a perfect grind and lip tricks that are hangup free.

Framed Halfpipe Section for a 8ft Wide Mini Ramp Framed Halfpipe Section for a 8ft Wide Mini Ramp Date: 12/21/2005 This is one section of an 8 foot wide mini ramp in the first stages of framing a mini ramp.

The Second Framed Halfpipe Section for a 8ft Wide Mini Ramp The Second Framed Halfpipe Section for a 8ft Wide Mini Ramp Date: 12/21/2005 Here we are starting the second section of an 8ft wide mini ramp halfpipe. Notice how we are building on cinder blocks so that we can build the section on level firm ground.

Positioning Halfpipe Sections to Attach flatbottom Positioning Halfpipe Sections to Attach flatbottom Date: 12/21/2005 This mini ramp is starting to take shape. We lined up the two sections in order to tie in the flatbottom section which comes next. This is a good time to step back and determine if you want less or more flatbottom for your ramp.

leveling The Halfpipe Section Is Very Important leveling The Halfpipe Section Is Very Important Date: 12/21/2005 You never really want to build a ramp on unlevel ground. unless you are building your ramp on a flat level slab of concrete you will most likely need to dig and use cinder blocks at major support areas to level out the ramp properly.

Connecting the 2 Transition Sections with the Flatbottom Connecting the 2 Transition Sections with the Flatbottom Date: 12/21/2005 You should take extra care that your flatbottom is connected level and without any kinks for a smooth ride.

This halfpipe is framed and ready for some decks This halfpipe is framed and ready for some decks Date: 12/21/2005 This halfpipe is framed and ready for some decks

Last minute adjustments to the flatbottom Last minute adjustments to the flatbottom Date: 12/21/2005 Last minute adjustments to the flatbottom

Mini Ramp Ready to Be Sheeted Mini Ramp Halfpipe Ready to Be Sheeted Date: 12/21/2005 this 8 foot wide halfpipe mini ramp has had all it's sections screwed together, the coping is in place and the decks are installed. We can now move on to sheeting the mini ramp with it's first layer of 1/2 inch plywood.

Extra support under the ramp is always a plus Extra support under the ramp is always a plus Date: 12/21/2005 If you have the extra 2x4's add 45 degree supports under each section to make the ramp stronger.

Adding the crucial first layer to the halfpipe Adding the crucial first layer to the halfpipe mini ramp Date: 12/21/2005 The first layer is very important to get right. Start at the coping and work down to the flatbottom of each side.

Sheeting the halfpipe flatbottom with plywood Sheeting the halfpipe flatbottom with plywood Date: 12/21/2005 It is way easier to fill in the flatbottom then a section of plywood up on a transitioned wall. This is why you should always work down from the coping on each side of the halfpipe and fill in the flatbottom last.

Date: 12/21/2005

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