I have developed a better and faster system of sanding bowls.  This article, on High Speed Sanding using an angle grinder appeared in Woodturning Design, Spring 2010.   It also appears on John Jordan's website at: http://www.johnjordanwoodturning.com/John_Jordan_Woodturning/Tech_Articles.html

This article is the first link listed.

The second link is to an article on the incredible advances in sandpaper manufacturing, which help make the High Speed sanding possible.  This article appeared in Creative Wood magazine September 2010.  This is the major woodturning publication in New Zealand. 

The third link is to an article on Grinder wheels I wrote for American Woodturrner, the journal of the American Association of Woodturners.  Choosing the right grinder wheel can make a world of difference in the amount of pleasure you get at your lathe as a sharp tool, makes turning a joy.   There are a lot of different wheels out there and this takes you through the strengths and weaknesses of the various types of wheels.      The journal is only one of the many benefits of belonging to AAW, including the ability to attend the biggest woodturning symposium in the world, held each year, and the chance to apply for grants for personal development and club projects.  For more informaton go to: http://www.woodturner.org/