2011/8.1, August 10 — Great Hotel Pools, Industry Gut Check, Designing Courageously and more

‘Several people have called me in recent weeks with best wishes and, above all, questions about what the future holds for our magazine, WaterShapes,’ writes publisher Jim McCloskey. ‘That’s a reasonable inquiry, and the honest answer is that I don’t know just yet.’ He concludes: ‘We’ll be back. The question is one huge When? — and all I can suggest is that you watch this space for news. We promise to keep you posted.’ [more]

How much do you know about springboards?

1. What material are modern springboards made from?
2. What materias are used on the top of the boards to create a slip-resistant
surface?
3. At what heights are modern springboards positioned?
4. The spring constant of a springboard is usually adjusted by way of a
fulcrum that is located approximately how far along the board?

To find out the correct answers, click here.