Lightweight Kayak Paddle from a Reclaimed Wooden Board

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @NickSchade
    @NickSchade 2 роки тому +9

    That yosegi is a great touch. Thanks for the links to my paddle making stuff.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +3

      Glad you like it Nick and thanks for sharing all your knowledge - it really is appreciated! :)

  • @johnsonhunglo1993
    @johnsonhunglo1993 2 роки тому +1

    So Neil, it is 'Winter there'!!!
    It is Summer here in the States.
    Come next Spring,
    you will have to take us kayaking!!!!

  • @LostWhits
    @LostWhits 2 роки тому +3

    So much asymmetry in the blade design. But rotational symmetry over the whole paddle. Looks awesome.

  • @christopherpleb8693
    @christopherpleb8693 2 роки тому +2

    It’s satisfying how many times I just heard pask talk about his shaft.
    “It’s more satisfying than power carving my shaft” - pask 2022

  • @TheSMEAC
    @TheSMEAC 2 роки тому +1

    One of the prettiest pieces you’ve made.

  • @c.a.g.1977
    @c.a.g.1977 2 роки тому +1

    Right, now let's see you make a kayak and paddle out of scrapwood camphor laurel bits! Not to make it too hard on you, but just to hear that awesome intro again! "It's scrap, it's cr@p, it's firewood, but some of the wood is gooooood!!!"

  • @st170ish
    @st170ish 2 роки тому +1

    Nah yeah best paddle I've ever seen bloke, nice work Pask.

  • @tonysutton6559
    @tonysutton6559 2 роки тому +3

    The sort of great paddle that a kayak like yours deserves.
    As a belt and braces man I would have been tempted to give the shaft a layer of fibreglass to reinforce the joint but you know what you're doing better than me.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +3

      Glad you like it Tony - I did think about it but apparently there's no need, Nick Schade says he's never had one break. :)

  • @williamlott7612
    @williamlott7612 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Pask, well done. Darlington, South Carolina USA

  • @notsonominal
    @notsonominal 2 роки тому +1

    .. i missed the kayak at the start the first time I watched this ... deck*ng hell man, that, is, insane!

  • @AndiNewtonian
    @AndiNewtonian 2 роки тому +1

    That is gorgeous! The veneer is just the right touch.

  • @The_Modeling_Underdog
    @The_Modeling_Underdog 2 роки тому +16

    At this point, I can almost picture Pask building his own vintage glider out of wood and fiberglass. Impressive craftmanship.

  • @simeon7450
    @simeon7450 2 роки тому +77

    Great video! And congrats on a million subscribers! I remember when this was a small channel. It is really your persistence in delivering quality content that got you here. well deserved.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks very much Simeon! :)

    • @StormTillman
      @StormTillman 2 роки тому

      @@PaskMakes Hmmmm
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  • @rickmoore
    @rickmoore 2 роки тому +2

    that trick with the weights and the flexible ruler is absolutely brilliant !!!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you liked it Rick - those lead weights are one the handiest things in the workshop. :)

  • @gothamantiquities2595
    @gothamantiquities2595 2 роки тому +1

    My man!!! You have been a joy to follow while recovery from surgery!!!

  • @sureshot311
    @sureshot311 2 роки тому +3

    I never thought I would be amazed at a kayak paddle. You've proved me wrong. It's gorgeous and I love the details you put into it.

    • @titosrevenger
      @titosrevenger 2 роки тому

      Kayak paddle. Canoe paddles look much different.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it - it really was a fun project to make. :)

    • @sureshot311
      @sureshot311 2 роки тому

      @@titosrevenger fixed. You may stand down now.

  • @arnoldhmingsanga7279
    @arnoldhmingsanga7279 2 роки тому

    Neil is a master of his craft. Neil is soooo talented, he can make anything he can even make children out of wood..😀😀

  • @BernardSandler
    @BernardSandler 2 роки тому +1

    Just gorgeous!!!! You have a beautiful craft and a simply lovely paddle. May you find yourself bobbing on still waters soon.

  • @katsbreez
    @katsbreez 2 роки тому +1

    Gorgeous. And the inlays make it look so elegant.

  • @tummy_fritters
    @tummy_fritters 2 роки тому +26

    Something about this project really shows how a piece of wood can become anything. Lovely work.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +4

      Thanks Cody - I love using old boards and turning them into a finished product, it's pretty satisfying. :)

  • @jarodmorris611
    @jarodmorris611 2 роки тому +1

    Enjoy winter. It's 100, feels like 106 here in Oklahoma. I don't even want to look at my shop.

  • @JDKempton
    @JDKempton 2 роки тому +2

    Watching you hand carve the blades was extremely satisfying 👍

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it - I definitely enjoyed carving them. :)

  • @genghisbunny
    @genghisbunny 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful result. So much nicer than a commercial paddle.

  • @notsonominal
    @notsonominal 2 роки тому +1

    .. and here i thought Nick was a wizard with wood ..!

  • @f.s.863
    @f.s.863 2 роки тому

    Your skills are impressive and even if you say "something is not perfect", it is far better than anyone else could possibly do it better.

  • @mikecolo2158
    @mikecolo2158 2 роки тому +3

    When the kayak is finished, you will riding in, and paddling with, stunning works of art. Fantastic as always.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Mike - hopefully I'll be finished soon and I can go for that paddle. :)

  • @ralphnorman4636
    @ralphnorman4636 2 роки тому +1

    Thought provoking and educational, 45/50 years ago I nailed a board to a stick and paddled a log across the lake. I was proud of my accomplishments but your project shows how much more could be done.

  • @christopherbiomass7155
    @christopherbiomass7155 2 роки тому +1

    I knew I'd like the video when I clicked on it. I just didn't know I'd like it this much! Well done. I want one now!

  • @fynbo1007
    @fynbo1007 2 роки тому +7

    Very beautiful paddle, love your creativity. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you and your family.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it Carsten! :)

  • @WSmogpule
    @WSmogpule 2 роки тому +1

    One of the most beautiful bits of woodwork I've ever seen!

  • @JesperMakes
    @JesperMakes 2 роки тому +23

    That's amazing Niel. Building boats and their appliances are some of the toughest stuff to build. Cheers from Denmark

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +6

      Thanks Jesper - I'm really enjoying these projects at the moment! :)

  • @tpledger100
    @tpledger100 2 роки тому +1

    That paddle is a work of art. You are a fine craftsman! Happy Paddling!

  • @ianvicedomini2648
    @ianvicedomini2648 2 роки тому +1

    A super beautiful paddle there neil. Can't wait to see the finished kayak mate and see them on water doing their best. Great video Neil 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much Ian - hopefully I'll get the kayak finished soon! :)

  • @chiparooo
    @chiparooo 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful job. Love the accents. Thanks for sharing!

  • @Vickie-Bligh
    @Vickie-Bligh 2 роки тому +1

    Woah. That was beautiful. A functional sculpture, Niel. The Yosegi was the perfect touch. Thanks for sharing.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому

      Thanks very much Vickie - glad you liked it! It's been a while since I used any Yosegi and this seemed to be a perfect opportunity. :)

    • @Vickie-Bligh
      @Vickie-Bligh 2 роки тому

      @@PaskMakes And Neil, sorry for the misspelling of your name. I just saw it.🙄

  • @peterzeller5736
    @peterzeller5736 2 роки тому

    The way he talks so matter of factly of what he's doing I wonder if he even realizes how impressive what he does truly is. Incredible!

  • @tophlaw4274
    @tophlaw4274 2 роки тому +2

    Always amazing how you transform a piece of old unloved wood into a functional work of art!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks - it really is enjoyable making something decent from an old board. :)

    • @tophlaw4274
      @tophlaw4274 2 роки тому

      @@PaskMakes it was truely a beautiful piece.
      Although you mentioned you were going to be using your paddle for leisurely rides, I'm curious though why you didn't reinforce the joint with glass matting (to keep it from splitting apart)... in case the urge to go white water kayaking bites you. ;)

  • @groreistad5234
    @groreistad5234 2 роки тому +1

    Never thought I’d call a paddle beautiful, but I do now. It’s beautiful.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому

      Thanks Gro - glad you like it! :)

  • @Zogg1281
    @Zogg1281 2 роки тому +1

    That paddle is gorgeous. Looking forward to the final reveal of the finished kayak 😊👍👍👍👍👍

  • @corinkayaker
    @corinkayaker 2 роки тому +44

    That is the most amazing paddle! I look forward to seeing it propel your kayak!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +7

      Not sure about that but I'm definitely happy with it and I can't wait to put it to use! :)

  • @johnsrabe
    @johnsrabe 2 роки тому +1

    As always, thanks for showing your mistakes along with your successful work. My jaw dropped when you made that veneer.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it Angelino - I really should make some more Yosegi blocks with different patterns. :)

  • @wiggle_duck9063
    @wiggle_duck9063 2 роки тому

    The accents work beautifully with the unusual angles, making the whole paddle rather elegant.
    Good work!

  • @samburdge9948
    @samburdge9948 2 роки тому +1

    Love your work…….I got some ideas for you…….. could you do a series on proto industrial tools/machines……the first metal lathes…..the first engines……the first Benz motor vehicle……..et cetera……gods bless

  • @unolinea
    @unolinea 2 роки тому +1

    You are great! There is always something new to learn from your videos! Keep up good work! Greetings from Serbia!

  • @BruceAUlrich
    @BruceAUlrich 2 роки тому +1

    Love the veneer you added! Looks great

  • @DugMcClure
    @DugMcClure 2 роки тому +1

    Not disappointed again! What a work of art!

  • @GeorgeCooper_LoneWolf
    @GeorgeCooper_LoneWolf 2 роки тому

    As what you would call a weekend woodwork, myself it's a true pleasure watching a master at work. The Paddle looks so beautiful finished. 🚣‍♂️👍🚣‍♂️👍🚣‍♂️👍🚣‍♂️

  • @RobMods
    @RobMods 2 роки тому +3

    I was nervous about the glad wrap. I believe you are on to the answer though. FWIW, in guitar repair, for regluing fretboards to necks, we often use tightly wrapped surgical tubing. Thanks again, for the marvelous content mate.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Rob and thanks for the tip, I'll definitely remember that one. The glad wrap actually does a great job of pulling the joint together but it also sealed everything up. :)

  • @olafb.4749
    @olafb.4749 2 роки тому +1

    Hallo. Deine Videos schau ich sehr gerne und deine arbeiten finde ich alle super. Perfekt 👍👍👍

  • @EngineerMikeF
    @EngineerMikeF 2 роки тому +1

    Outstanding idea with the shrink wrap as a clamp! Maybe strip off segments of the shrink plastic so it's in narrow stripes for better glue drying/cure?

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому

      It really does a great job of applying even pressure but as you say it needs re-thinking. :)

  • @messmills1660
    @messmills1660 2 роки тому +85

    Hey Pask, just want to say, you're probably one of the best woodworkers on youtube in terms of skills and you have a great sense of esthetics. I've always enjoyed your videos but man, you should wear a mask during your sanding sessions, those fine sanding dust will take a toll on your lung at some points.

    • @titosrevenger
      @titosrevenger 2 роки тому +6

      He almost always wears a tight fitting mask in his videos. Not sure why he didn't in this video, but he's generally very good at wearing the appropriate PPE.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +17

      Thanks very much! I usually wear a powered respirator and I really should've done here too. I think I thought it would be ok as I was only hand sanding. :)

    • @lourias
      @lourias 2 роки тому +1

      I agree that Pask is PRETTY AWESOME!
      The explanations he gives are typically enough to encourage the novice to use novice skills...

    • @DickvanZanten
      @DickvanZanten 2 роки тому +1

      @@PaskMakes especially that red cedar is harmfll stuff, it has some components that even make the mould puke.

  • @Karleum
    @Karleum 11 місяців тому

    Awesome, I'm a carver and learnt some great lessons, loved the fibre glass strengthening wood, well done sir

  • @nenaelliott8058
    @nenaelliott8058 2 роки тому

    Just amazing. You should have your own television show. This was awesome

  • @alandrewgibson
    @alandrewgibson 2 роки тому +1

    A beautiful thing FAB!

  • @thepleyadian6559
    @thepleyadian6559 2 роки тому +1

    Great, Great, Great Job!!! Your patience is infinite, like your talent. Congratulations Master!

  • @paulojunio2763
    @paulojunio2763 2 роки тому +10

    It's amazing! I believe that is the most beautiful paddle I have ever seen! Cheers from Brazil!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks very much Paulo! I reckon there would be nicer ones though! :)

  • @sustainable7865
    @sustainable7865 2 роки тому +3

    Love your work Pask. You seem to be the unique combination of a perfectionist with a set of matching skills AND a pragmatic/realistic way of approaching things. "How hard can it be?" "It's not perfect but it's finished, it works an it looks great". Keep up the good work!

  • @robgetzschman
    @robgetzschman 2 роки тому

    Thanks for showing the clamps failing on the glueup - it's nice to see an expert try a solution that fails every once in awhile, and to see how you pivoted back to the shrink wrap.

  • @xxPenjoxx
    @xxPenjoxx 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful

  • @wolfman2878
    @wolfman2878 2 роки тому +1

    As always Neil, beautiful workmanship.

  • @54mgtf22
    @54mgtf22 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Neil. Love your work 👍

  • @atchjs
    @atchjs 2 роки тому +1

    The paddle I made was the one with the blades that look like feathers. It ended up looking great but because I’m a total novice and didn’t have proper tools, it was very difficult to put together. And I’m glad to see your scarf joint looked exactly like mine as you glued it.

  • @Pirate-Pierre
    @Pirate-Pierre 2 роки тому

    Lovely, demonstration of great craftsmanship. Paired with brilliant voice over. Top work all round

  • @bradleytuckwell4881
    @bradleytuckwell4881 2 роки тому +1

    The knowledge I have gained from watching your channel is crazy. Your a natural with what you can do with wood and metal while staying humble is a beautiful trait to have.Thanks for sharing what you do and can’t wait to see this amazing kayak hit the water.

  • @aserta
    @aserta 2 роки тому +2

    I keep looking at it and think it's too thin, but then i stop and realize this is a paddle, not a batting bat. Goes to show how perfectly balanced these things are between looking just petite enough and being strong enough to work as paddles. Neat.
    Edit: Just noticed you passed one million! Congratulations, highly deserved milestone for one of the hardest working woodworkers on YT. Always a delight and a pleasure to see your videos pop in the subs.

  • @vksubra1953
    @vksubra1953 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely fantastic. I do not know any one who takes so much effort to make things functional and beautiful. Keep them coming. 🇮🇳

  • @dragade101
    @dragade101 2 роки тому +2

    Do wear a respirator rated for organics when you are making and working with most two part compounds. The SDS sheets for the particular product may highlight why you want to shield your lungs from the specific organic.

  • @tech99070
    @tech99070 2 роки тому +1

    Looks sweet and along with the hand made kayak such a head turner, you must be so proud to take it out! Hey just for clarity, stretch wrap is what you used, shrink wrap is the stuff you put on windows or boats where you heat gun to make it shrink.

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 2 роки тому +1

    Very nice Neil!!
    Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

  • @lcmmassa8571
    @lcmmassa8571 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely wonderful! CHEERS!!

  • @philkieran7521
    @philkieran7521 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video Neil

  • @salvatorecaramico7104
    @salvatorecaramico7104 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for showing the work being done by hand. Beautiful job! Loved the veneer application.

  • @xylonguitars
    @xylonguitars 2 роки тому

    Neil, this is one of the most beautiful objects that I've seen in my life. Mate, you are a legend. Thank you so much for sharing your work. Best wishes, Evangelos

  • @VanDerPol
    @VanDerPol 2 роки тому +1

    And somehow his skills still improve further and further... just amazing!

  • @matteoroncalli7907
    @matteoroncalli7907 2 роки тому +1

    Great! Pask you are so perfect! I like your projects! Congratulations. Ciao from Italy 👍

  • @petehafner1659
    @petehafner1659 2 роки тому +1

    That looks great! I'm hoping you don't need it for the flooding that's going on.

  • @misterscottintheway
    @misterscottintheway 2 роки тому +1

    Commenting to feed the algorithm. As usual a great video. Thanks for doing what you do!

  • @JimG31547
    @JimG31547 2 роки тому +1

    Great job and a great paddle for the kayak.

  • @loucinci3922
    @loucinci3922 2 роки тому +1

    Turned out real nice. Thanks for sharing

  • @genericuserid7283391
    @genericuserid7283391 2 роки тому +1

    Damn! What a glow-up at the end. Absolutely love the fiber glassing process, so cool

  • @negotiableaffections
    @negotiableaffections 2 роки тому +2

    Perfection*, as usual Neil. And the inlay looks superb too!
    (* for a given amount of perfection) lol

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much Keith! :)

  • @jpkalishek4586
    @jpkalishek4586 2 роки тому

    I just came across my shrink wrap roll with its handle covered in Titebond III from when I made a few Penobscot bows back in the late aughts.
    It was the kind with a cardboard tube and a slip on rubber handle you squeeze to manage tension, but the handle kept falling off, so it got tossed.
    The Paddle look brilliant!

  • @MultigrainKevinOs
    @MultigrainKevinOs 2 роки тому +4

    This turned out amazing, excellent work Pask! I can't wait to see it all out on the water. What a satisfying project that will last and be cherished for generations.

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks very much Kevin! :)

  • @jamesa7506
    @jamesa7506 2 роки тому

    Looks GREAT sir. A fine addition to the already gorgeous kayak.

  • @onlineda1
    @onlineda1 2 роки тому

    Beautiful work Neil. Mastery woodworking and finishing. I have to settle with my fibreglass paddle.

  • @antonreyment8945
    @antonreyment8945 2 роки тому +1

    That looks fantastic.

  • @jackdelancey248
    @jackdelancey248 2 роки тому +1

    As a retired cabinetmaker, and have watched you for quite a while, I am totally floored by this paddle. Worked with a cabinetmaker that made kayaks and paddles his were much more labor intensive. Used a different approach.

  • @StephenBoyd21
    @StephenBoyd21 2 роки тому +1

    I want to see some more of that Kayak, it looked amazing. Not that paddle looked half bad either :)

  • @nobuckle40
    @nobuckle40 2 роки тому

    Looks great Niel. Looking forward to the finished kayak.

  • @samanthadean1083
    @samanthadean1083 2 роки тому +1

    Yes!!! The video we were waiting for!!!
    Congrats on a million subscribers!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @52memor
    @52memor 2 роки тому +1

    FANTASTIC !!!!!!! Thanks Pask

  • @smsucks7174
    @smsucks7174 2 роки тому

    Good to see you back 👍🏻

  • @Greentrees60
    @Greentrees60 2 роки тому

    Unbelievably gorgeous!

  • @Kirril84
    @Kirril84 2 роки тому +1

    always a joy to watch, the amount of techniques employed in this kayak series absolutely does my head in but in a good way lol!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому

      Glad you're enjoying the videos Kieran! :)

  • @thomassiebenburgen6464
    @thomassiebenburgen6464 2 роки тому +1

    super work! Greetings from Germany, Thomas

  • @joshuahasson9687
    @joshuahasson9687 2 роки тому +50

    Looks fantastic. I’m surprised you didn’t fiberglass the scarf joint but you’re far more knowledgeable than me on this topic. I would be paranoid after it failed & at least added some dowels across that joint. Looking forward to seeing it in action!

    • @DanKoning777
      @DanKoning777 2 роки тому +11

      That same thought crossed my mind even before it separated; and possibly using 2 different, yet specific colors of wood for dowels. That would provide highlights to accent that area while giving added strength at the same time; especially if they were set in at an angle.

    • @joshuahasson9687
      @joshuahasson9687 2 роки тому +4

      @@DanKoning777 couldn’t agree more!

    • @PaskMakes
      @PaskMakes  2 роки тому +31

      Thanks Joshua! I definitely thought about it but Nick Schade says he's never had one break and he knows far more than me. It's not that the scarf joint is weak, it's just that my first attempt hadn't set properly. :)

    • @ChadHadsell
      @ChadHadsell 2 роки тому +8

      Acoustic guitar heads are usually attached to the neck with a scarf joint similar to that, with no reinforcement at all. The strings put around 200lbs (90kg) of constant force on that joint. It's surprisingly strong.

    • @DanKoning777
      @DanKoning777 2 роки тому +1

      @@ChadHadsell // The fact is, most guitars including acoustic guitars will have a metal rod running down the center of the neck; a "truss rod." Typically the only ones w/o that needed support are the classical acoustics b/c they use nylon strings vs metal, so as a rule all guitars with metal strings will have a truss rod. If not you'd have a lot of "broken necks" out there. :)

  • @marcusretaken72
    @marcusretaken72 2 роки тому +1

    Wow... Love this!

  • @drewriemersma1943
    @drewriemersma1943 2 роки тому +1

    You’re an incredible craftsman and your videos have helped me immensely in my workshop and given me the confidence to try new things. Thanks Neil!

  • @truck2stevo
    @truck2stevo 2 роки тому +1

    Just brilliant Pask! Always enjoy your videos, especially the honesty when something fails or doesn’t go as planned. That’s very encouraging to the rest of us when our projects take a turn. Cheers!

  • @Shotter
    @Shotter 2 роки тому

    Excellent work! I had no idea so much went into a seemingly simple paddle. Wow.