[KevCarter]

I make a simple board out of two 4' x 8' sheets of styrofoam building insualtion. Layed one on top of the other and cut a circle using a cheap soldering iron. I duct taped the two pieces together and use dowels to prop it up. It can also be used standing on end so you can find the true turned shoulder plane on the backswing. You build another half and duct tape together making a complete plane board.
Pretty simple, cheap and lightweight. Not exactly portable or sturdy for commercial use. You could make it sturdier by gluing with contact cement a piece of plywood to the back.

Thanks Mb6606,

I own a hammer and a screw driver. Not sure when to use which? Basically, I'm a mechanical idiot. I'm thinking I am going to go ahead and purchase the one made from pvc pipe. It actually seems very reasonable at $249, and looks very professional. I found Bender's book for making one, but I need to move it constantly, and with my old farts back, I want something very light like the pvc built plane board.

Thanks guys for spending the time helping with ideas. Very much appreciated!

Kevin