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On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Detroit stop of the 2025 Northern Regional Tour with a special guest, Jake from Rook Fingerboards (@rook_fb)!

Jake opens up about taking two years away from the scene, balancing family and work, and what inspired his comeback. We dive into the origins of Rook FB, the craftsmanship behind his true-wear ink-transfer graphics, and how he’s pushing innovation in deck making. From experimenting with custom lacquers and metallic finishes to revisiting hand-poured concrete obstacles, Jake’s attention to detail sets him apart.

We also talk about the Michigan-Ohio fingerboard community boom, the evolution of U.S. events, and what’s next for Rook FB. It’s a conversation about creativity, discipline, and coming back stronger than ever.

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⚑2025 3-Day National Event Date⚑
Indianapolis, IN Oct 10-12, 2025

⚑2025 2-Day Regional Events Dates⚑
Portland, OR Aug 15-16, 2025
Philadelphia, PA Aug 29-30, 2025
Detroit, MI Sept 5-6, 2025
Atlanta, GA Sept 12-13, 2025

⚑2025 Sanctioned Events Dates⚑
St. Paul, MN 2/1/2025
Royal Oak, MI 2/8/2025
Dallas. TX 3/1/2025
Umatilla, FL 3/22/2025
Sealy, TX March 22-23, 2025
Dallas, TX 5/3/2025
Rodanthe, NC 5/17/2025
Bradenton, FL 5/18/2025
White Lake, MI 5/24/2025
Riverview, FL 5/24/2025
Muskegon, MI 6/7/2025
London, Ontario, Canada 7/5/2025
Houston, TX 7/12/2025
Denver, CO 7/25/2025

Birmingham, MI 7/26/2025
Strathmore, Alberta, Canada 7/26/2025
White Lake, MI 8/9/2025
Dallas, TX 8/23/2025
Dallas, TX 11/15/2025

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