How to build an outdoor Moon board - bouldering climbing wall
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2015
- How to build (how I did it) an outdoor Moonboard home bouldering/training wall.
www.moonclimbing.com
www.moonclimbing.com/moonboard/page.php?page=B:1 - Навчання та стиль
thanks for putting this video on youtube, I'm highly contemplating making one, but I live in Ireland and it rains like 300 days of the year here, no matter if I make 1 outside or inside, I just want to say cheers for putting this video up because its very helpful
Similar position in England. I was thinking adding a canopy that extends to keep it dry and use felt on the slab side to help protect it
Thank you for showing the fall at the end of the video
Awesome job...I am still considering building one when I have to space
Excellent work! I am going to try and replicate it for my backyard.
+Layne Caldwell Thanks! If you have any questions feel free to ask them.
I should have watched your video before making my board; I made one with the assistance of 4 other people (vid on my channel) and am boggled by how you managed to do it with just yourself! :O So smart and efficient. Design looks super secure too.
Do the hold sets come with a map layout of what holds go where? I am building one in January after I move.
@@alanweiman1521 all the layouts are on the moonboard app. you can input what hold sets you have and it will display the different layouts of each year. the app will filter problems you can possibly do based on your available holds.
Nice video to leave on loop in the background (great music). Cool build too
I definitely need to do few of these things...
Besides the danger of the concrete/wood combination: excellent idea I will use your construction idea.
whats the danger ?
@@simonandresen5625 If the lumber isn't treated it will rot eventually.
Haha nice - awesome work :)
Great job! I have been built a similar woodie. Right now I am making it bigger
Love the video, and will be modeling my build after yours. I'm currious how it has held up over the years, or if you do/did anything to protect it from rain/other weather.
Excellent!
hey thanks for your great video, i ve got a question about the t-nuts. did i saw it right that theres two times a 22 cm distance?
thanks for the answer :)
Looks nice! How is it holding up? Is the wood still in good shape?
The beginning song reminded me of the future sailor song from the mighty boosh
This video is cool. thenks put the vídeo in youtube.
Sweet - how do you keep the weather off it? Do you put a plastic cover on it or something?
is the crashpad big enough? because i have the same one and im planing to boulid a moonboard too
What kind of wood plates are you using, great build!
Thanks for sharing this-I'll be modeling my DIY backyard climbing off of this. Curious how you protect it from the weather and also what changes would you make if you were to rebuild it today?
(A copy from answer on Instagram, so everyone with the same questions can read)
Hi Chris, There are indeed a few things I would change. The two poles in the front are a bit in the way sometimes (or at least in my head) for dynamic moves. Which holds you back when climbing.
I would like to have made it a bit more weather proof, and even indoors if I could, Belgian weather is not so nice. So it has deteriorated over the years, the boards are starting to show signs of rotting unfortunately. The back of the wall was protected later with plastic sheets. Which is definitely necessary. If you're local climate allows to be outdoors a lot, I would definitely build it again outdoors. Unfortunately during winter it's not used. But I liked the building process a lot. In the beginning it's really nice and you use it a lot and after a while i started to use it less, but that all depends on your motivation offcourse.
Rain ? Rust? Going to build one should I add a roof
Does the wood rot?
Nice video. I'd caution against embedding wood foundations directly into concrete. The moisture that travels thru the concrete encourages the wood to rot. Significantly reducing the lifespan of the structure.
Consider using a steel post support. eg: www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pier-adjustable-screw-top-head-with-antcap-to-suit-unipier-75-x-75-posts_p0028539
Or at least treat the timber with a moisture barrier, eg: Tar \ Bitumen &/or choose a timber with a high Rot Resistance rating.
hmmm nice toms bro.
Great video, Maarten. Do you have a material list with measurements by any chance? Also, how deep did you dig the post holes? I live in the Chicago area where the weather goes from blazing hot in the summer to sub-zero temps (Fº) in the winter, so I'm worried about the concrete being pushed out of the ground. Thanks!
All moonboards are built to the same specs. Check out moonclimbing.com
Maarten, your project is inspiring for sure. A question I have while I study your build and lookup information from MoonBoard is. What is the overall dimension of the front and back uprights (lumber) you used?
I don't know the exact dimensions (also can't check, as I'm working abroad)
The general dimensions can be found here: www.moonboard.com/Content/Information/How-to-build-a-MoonBoard.pdf
a tarp on the backside covering the whole bit would preserve it alot
Have you found that you hit the vertical support posts at all? Considering building one and would like to hear if this is an issue. Thanks for putting this video up.
I haven't yet hit the posts but for some problems it was close. For some hard problems that end on the outermost top holds it might be a problem. So for me it's not really an issue, but it might be for u.
Wow, this is so impresssive! Can I use your video for my upcoming compilation about amazing ideas? I will give you full credits of course.
Brilliant video!!! Congratulations!!!!
What holds and setup are you using?
+Murilo Marinello Thanks! I'm using the School hold set A + B, setup 1, wich is the same as set A setup 2 togheter with set B setup 2
I know this is quite an old video, but I'm planning to build my own soon. Was just wondering if you had any issues with the vertical posts getting in the way of climbing? Have you hit it while swinging etc?
Really impressive build. I'm thinking about buidling one in my garage if it'll fit.
My question is is your version the orignail moonboard height? I looks really tall...
Yes, it's the original height (3,15m). It's a little tall indeed.
great build. would make any difference if you put the holds first before placing the wall up?
would be easier to put them on first
It's easier to put the plywood on first. Each hold is at least 1lb + the weight of the bolt. So a minimum of 50 holds on a 3/4" plywood could be close to 100lbs.
Danger: wood should not be in direct contact with concrete/beton: the beton always attracts the moisture out of the earth/atmosphere and gives it to the wood. The wood starts to rot. Do not be surprised if after about 5-10 years the construction will fall together.
Olivia Baklaton buzz kill.....
Do the poles get in the way for any of the problems?
100% chance of hitting them on many of the Moonboard problems
@@gv4130 Agreed. I wouldn't want them on a moonboard with all the feet cutting and swinging around.
كل جميل مع تحيات الصادق رابح حسن عبدالله
how does it hold up under the rain?
It's almost a year old, and for now it's holding up just fine. The platic corrugate sheets probably help a lot. I'm plannig of making an update video, but that can probably still take a while.
Hi Marten, thank you for the video. Very inspiring. I'd like to build one of my own. Do you have a plan with the angles, the strengh of the wood and the panels? How deep were the holes you dig? How did you make it weatherresistant?
Thanks a lot!
The instructions are on moonclimbing.com
Check out my collapsible one on my channel.
what kinda wood did you use? what kind of life expectancy do you think this wood/tnuts have in the outdoors? I would build one but I am thinking about the wear and tear and one day ill be holding onto it and it snaps off or something bad like that.
+SooperBeez I used concrecteplex plywood (I don't know if that's the correct term). I haven't really thought about the life expectancy, but I hope it lasts as long as possible. Recently I added a corrugated sheet(again not sure about the term), to prevent water getting inside the wood. The t-nuts are from rustfree steel, not zincplated, I think these last longer. I think that there must go something terribly wrong before a hold snaps off or something like that. The only disadvantage of using the concreteplex plywood, is that it is very slippery, so the holds rotate easily if you don't put an extra screw in the holds or at the side of the holds.
Looks like he was using postcrete or a similar product with a different name. Just tip it in and pour water on top. Pretty convenient stuff. Don’t think it was poor concrete method and certainly wasn’t mortar
would you reccomend this board for intermediate climbers? thx
I consider myself as an itermediate climber, so yes I would! :D I have added jugs for warming up, which I think is really necessary.
How thick beams did you use for building that moonboard? two biggest in front? 4 on the back and that one on the top? thank you
4x4 ua-cam.com/video/3CEbbZQhb0w/v-deo.html
Great video, thanks Maarten! I'm building a board using a similar design - I love the order you did things in, very smart. One question: the long 2x4" boards you are using, are they 14 feet? Or longer? The main board is about 12' so I'm assuming that's what you've got, but I want to make sure they are long enough to still go into the ground. Thanks!
I believe I have put them around 70 cm in the ground just to be sure. I think I just bought 4 m beams. So that’s a bit less than 14 feet.
@@maartenblomme5311 Thanks so much! Hope you're doing well :)
Nice build video. Can you tell me what your background track is please?
It's Housewife by Daan
Has anyone ever noticed that the directions they give you have the further spacing of 24 cm on the right side when the actual moonboards have it on the left. I just noticed this after drilling the holes for mine and cant decide which way to set it up now.
Kenton Anderson From the documentation I’ve found, it’s on the right side. But the spacing at the sides doesn’t really matter as long as the spacing of the grid itself is correct.
Is the wood impregnated? Or else it will rot in the ground. Great wall regardless!
Doesnt Look Like IT ^^
I am thinking about building this design!! What angle is the wall?
40* Google moonboard instructions for complete specs.
How I have build my Moonboard
Maarten Blomme how do you know the hold placement also what size T nuts
@@robmcg1712 The hold placement sheet is on the app.
What kind of wood did you use?
I don't really remember, but I didn't use the most expensive wood. Of course if you want to last it for a long time, u might want to use more expensive weather resistant wood.
hello, which recommended size for the 2 main pole ? 90x90 or more ? thanks !
Hi, I think 90x90 mm will be sufficient (Although I’m not an engineer or anything ;p )
@@maartenblomme5311 thanks! I'm going to start buiding soon.. I will try to put these poles further of the structure as you noticed... (for dynamic moves..)
So are those standard holds? Are they the same as all moon boards?
Dayton Maynard These are indeed standard hold sets. New hold sets and setup have been released since. (Which I haven’t bought)
what was the total cost of the build? if you don't mind me asking. been considering purchasing the led moon board from moon's company. cheers
You'll end up spending more on the holds and t-nuts then the actual wall. 84v7climbers - UA-cam
My guys wearing house slippers to build that
Like like like
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Hey man is there anyway you could give us a direct download to the moonboard PDF since the website doesnt seem to be working? Would be greatly appreciated!
Juan Herrera I will search for the file on my computer, but I doubt that I still have it.
Thanks man i appreciate it! I just messaged you on instagram too lol
For anyone else, who might be reading this, I don't have the file anymore.
Found an old pdf on their site using the wayback machine. How to build the moon school room board.
web.archive.org/web/20111215203851/www.moonclimbing.com:80/images/website/SchoolRoom/pdf/MoonBoard.pdf
www.moonboard.com/Content/Information/How-to-build-a-MoonBoard.pdf
this could have some problems in time because of the weather-exposed wood, right?
Yes, after five years I replaced the boards this summer
just wondering what it cost you?
+WISEMAN PRODUCTIONS It really depends on the materials you use, also the moonboard holds are a lot more expensive now then last summer. For me it was somewhere around a 1000 EUR.
cool thanks
Do you have the specs for the framework you used?
You can choose most of the dimensions of the frame, for the sides you see at 1:15 it's imortant that the small beam (where the kickboard will be placed) is measured 3,66 meters from the top along the beam (+ more or less thickness of the boards you use). The placement of the big pole you can choose. Just make sure you don't place them completly at the top, because this would make installing the cross-beam harder. I hope this answers your question. If it doesn't feel free to let me know.
Hello! around how much did everything cost not including the holds?
$3-400.
What was the total cost of the build
$1200 in holds $3-400 in supplies.
@@84v7climbers7 Do you have all of your holds on there? That's $1,200 in holds from Moon???
@@ArbitraryLifestyle I Just finished mine so I only have the "Origional School Room Holds" from moon. They are also the cheapest.
The yellow set is $215, the white set is $400, and the black set is $400 and that does'nt include bolts either. I'm probably going to order the black set next.
Don't want to fall with solid 6* 6. Behind you
Are you using 4x4 posts?
ua-cam.com/video/3CEbbZQhb0w/v-deo.html
@@84v7climbers7 That is an indoor wall and a completely different structural design. I am wondering if 4x4 posts for a 25º wall will be sturdy enough or if 6x6 is a better option.
@@MatthewMakris I believe he is using 6x6.
How tall are you making yours?
84v7 Climbers at 25° I think it will be 12’
I want one just like this “but” I want it on wheels so I can roll it to the edge of our dock for deep water solos
Lake water solos? Great video’
I got you, it's on my channel.
ua-cam.com/video/3CEbbZQhb0w/v-deo.html
Great Climb bro! Keep up the videos, I recently did a climb up the Lloyds Building in London that was shown on the News. Videos on my channel if you want to check it out
Hi Maarten! This looks great! I'm thinking of doing the same thing. But I have a question about the t-nut spacing...Is it correct that the spacing is not the same for all the t-nuts vertically? From the bottom to the first row on a sheet is 10cm and to the top it is 12cm. So when the sheets of plywood are placed on top of each other there is a spacing of 22cm. While the spacing between the rest is 20cm.Or am I wrong about this?
Hi Niels! I think you are correct about the 22 cm spacing at the transition of two sheets and the 20 cm spacing between all the other T-nuts. I had the same issue when building the wall, the building instructions on the website of moonclimbing aren't clear about it.
+Maarten Blomme So did you keep it this way or did you change it to 20cm? Also I was wondering what do you do when it's raining? Just leave the holds outside? And what will you do when it's winter and freezing?
+Niels Defesche I kept the 22 cm spacing, because otherwise every sheet had to be made differently. I leave the holds on because it took a lot of time putting them on in the correct way. I'm planning to add a corrugated sheet on the back, to prevent water seeping into the drill holes. I'm not really sure what I'm going to do this winter, it will depend on how much I will be climbing on it.
+Maarten Blomme In a couple of weeks I start building mine. Thanks for this awesome design! ;)
+Niels Defesche It more Ben Moon's design than mine, but I'm glad you like it. :)
poor concrete method my friend
Why is that?
+Maarten Blomme when you are using it for support or load bearing applications its best to have it properly mixed prior to pouring. In the long run the better the mix the better the cure the better the load bearing strength. Not to piss on any of the video, just my engineering ocd
I totaly understand your reasoning, but I just followed the instructions on the packing.
+Maarten Blomme lol definitely my ocd then
I've just recently become hooked on a local indoor gym. Not much experience. But find myself wanting to build some off the wall set ups in the back yard. Almost ordered some outdoor pit foam, then took a step back to think
我艹，好东西啊。