Ken Creates

Ken Creates

Art, travel, adventures, paddling... a taste of everything! I like to tinker, make stuff, and share with any who may be interested!

DIY Mushroom for Gymnastics

DIY Mushroom for Gymnastics

2020 WRX Looks SICK!

2020 WRX Looks SICK!

Fiddling about with cameras

Fiddling about with cameras

Bending foam

Bending foam

Small Truck Canopy Prototype

Small Truck Canopy Prototype

Carpeting Truck Bed

Carpeting Truck Bed

Truck bed drawer gets wheels

Truck bed drawer gets wheels

Southern Trip in 3 minutes

Southern Trip in 3 minutes

Tinkering with my truck cap

Tinkering with my truck cap

Scudder Falls changes 2021

Scudder Falls changes 2021

Canoeing the Raquette

Canoeing the Raquette

Tohickon Creek Mullet C1

Tohickon Creek Mullet C1

Whitewater Canoe Roll

Whitewater Canoe Roll

Spinning down the UY

Spinning down the UY

Offside Canoe Roll

Offside Canoe Roll

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  • @davekana8388
    @davekana83884 күн бұрын

    What adhesive did you use on the metal braces? Thanks.

  • @Vikingwerk
    @VikingwerkАй бұрын

    👍🏻

  • @jacobrosenthal8838
    @jacobrosenthal88382 ай бұрын

    Hey, so how did you attach the rail back to the bottom of the kayak? Did you just glue it to the foam?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 ай бұрын

    The pillars hold it in place and then the saddle is glued to the rail and the foam on either side of it. This one the rail isn't glued in but you could totally just glue it to the foam if you're worried about it shifting around.

  • @WilliamFontaineJr
    @WilliamFontaineJr2 ай бұрын

    From a fellow open boater and c-1 paddler. That was a fine run and some big pushy squirrelly water. Not sure I ever ran anything like that. Well Done.

  • @mitchelltj1
    @mitchelltj12 ай бұрын

    Love that you included your son in the making. I'm going to do the same!

  • @rivernet62
    @rivernet622 ай бұрын

    Great job, will use this as inspo for the old Corsica S that's in my garage. There aint no "play" in that design but it does keep me afloat 😊

  • @makeitmate
    @makeitmate3 ай бұрын

    Cool video. Ps… if you replace the thigh brace material with Kydex it’ll shape just as easily as old kayak plastic, but be very rigid when it cools off. =]

  • @Hansaman58
    @Hansaman586 ай бұрын

    What size is that sheet of HDPE please? Excellent project. Looks great! I know the original panel slips underneath something on the tailgate.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor6 ай бұрын

    I got a 1/4" x 24" x 55" sheet on eBay but I'd call around to local plastic suppliers to see if they have an offcut that may fit first. It does have a pit of flex if kneeling in certain spots but I use it more for sitting, cooking, and setting drinks while camping than real heavy duty use.

  • @lylecrawford3533
    @lylecrawford35337 ай бұрын

    Vary poor adio to as it looked like a good video

  • @winstongoodman3244
    @winstongoodman32448 ай бұрын

    Where to purchase the product???

  • @mileswiggins2643
    @mileswiggins26438 ай бұрын

    is the bike frame composed of both alloy and carbon? like some parts are cobon while others are alloy

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor8 ай бұрын

    Yes the core 2 is a carbon frame and aluminum rear triangle

  • @johngore7071
    @johngore70719 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video. Random question since you went with the XXL size. What is your height? I am 6'4 1/2 and trying to decide between the XXL and XL frame sizes.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor9 ай бұрын

    I am 6'8"

  • @HMay-yv9ew
    @HMay-yv9ew10 ай бұрын

    What’s the max height for these?

  • @WOV49
    @WOV4910 ай бұрын

    I learned to roll with a high brace finish. You could come up with a forward stroke in progress. The only time I would use a low brace roll was in a side surf where I wanted to stabilize with the low brace. Great video. Brings me back to my C1 days in my old Giromax.

  • @bearsharkp3901
    @bearsharkp3901 Жыл бұрын

    The non T nut option is called a Chicago screw Ay yo, where can i get just that rail for the bottom?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    That's the factory kayak rail.

  • @user-wu6sg8lj6l
    @user-wu6sg8lj6l Жыл бұрын

    Hey Ken, you are super crafty. I got an old Dagger Cascade C1. It's got a gash in the hull. Any tips on repairing that to keep it afloat? Cheers.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure if the cascades were crosslink or linear plastic if they are not crosslink then I would just weld it. If it is, then I would use gflex and maybe a glass patch

  • @user-wu6sg8lj6l
    @user-wu6sg8lj6l Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I'll research the composition and go forward with your suggestions. Cheers.

  • @golfnutgtg
    @golfnutgtg Жыл бұрын

    where did you get the plastic

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    I purchased it on eBay but I checked local plastic suppliers for offcuts that may have worked first.

  • @ChristelVinot
    @ChristelVinot Жыл бұрын

    do you use a double bladed paddle or a single bladed paddle when kayaking in a kneeling position and why?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    So as a c1, people (myself included) usually use a canoe paddle. There are a few trade offs. The canoe blade has more surface area than one half of a kayak blade so while you lose some cadence, you gain more purchase. The kneeling position in combination with T-grip also gives you much more leverage than a kayak paddle so there is more power behind a single stroke, again at the cost of cadence. Ergonomically it works better. Because you are higher up, you would need a longer kayak paddle to get the blade in the water the same way and the angle your wrists hold the shaft would make that more awkward than having one hand on the end with a T-grip. I also think there is some tradition involved. How the sport evolved with canoeists modifying their boats to ultimately be using kayak hulls as a canoe. At times there have been purpose built c1s but when there hasn't been the availability and range of kayak designs offered more options to those willing to do the conversion themselves.

  • @ChristelVinot
    @ChristelVinot Жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor This is all very interesting. I've been a hardcore flatwater kayaker for a few years, lol. Sometimes that "flatwater" is pretty fast and has some rapids. I've always paddled a Perception Manatee, lol. Anywho so I'm ready to up the anty. But then was completely discouraged after feeling what it is to sit in a whitewater boat. My legs simply don't bend outwordly like that, and I have long legs too. My knees, man. So much weird straining and discomfort. When I discovered the kneeling position, and TRIED IT, all my worries seemed to go out the window. Then I was told about the one-bladed paddle... so now that's freakin me out lol. But I've never tried it. Anywho, thanks for the great info!

  • @ChristelVinot
    @ChristelVinot Жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor also, I've actually always found the general kayaking position with any kayak (legs out in front) to be inconvenient and not great. I can't believe kneeling isn't more popular. I can't be the only one that thinks sitting with your legs out in front isn't comfortable. I add a ton of height to my seat just in my Perception, which helps.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    @@ChristelVinot I'm 6'8" so just don't fit in most kayaks and ended up canoeing for similar comfort reasons. Having a single blade definitely has its own challenges but also rewards. Offside moves feel amazing to do cleanly. They are also more tippy from the higher center of gravity. I lost a lot of my ankle mobility from a foot injury a little more than a year ago so c1ing became more challenging and I've been ww kayaking a lot since while working on getting that mobility back. There are more tall friendly kayak designs than when I started. One thing to consider with whitewater boats is that different designs and outfitting can have a big difference in comfort. Seating position, and knee position can vary a lot. My wife is small but had issues with hip impingement in certain designs with wide thigh hooks. Took her some trial and error to find a boat/outfitting combination to be comfortable in. You need to be tight and properly outfitted in a whitewater boat for good boat control and rolling. It's often a process to get that dialed. C1s require custom built outfitting which is often even more involved. Clubs vary in quality and community but they are often the best starting point to be able sit in a variety of boats and basic classes to get over that initial learning curve. Don't give up! Definitely try some different boats maybe a c1 or open canoe to find what works for you!

  • @ChristelVinot
    @ChristelVinot Жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor it's very encouraging to know that there are all kinds of boats and modifications and it's just a matter of figuring out how to make it fit right for me. thanks again!

  • @craigsanders6925
    @craigsanders6925 Жыл бұрын

    I paddled a pirouette for a bit, used to do all my own outfitting too. Closed cell foam, some glue and sharkskin and sandpaper for shaping. Thigh braces and hips were all foam, backband was fabric and webbing.

  • @kevinwilson4701
    @kevinwilson4701 Жыл бұрын

    What boat is that?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    Drakkar Big Boy. It's the composite big brother to the wheel boy

  • @l-townboy700
    @l-townboy700 Жыл бұрын

    I had a Pirouette S back in the day! It’s a fast boat.

  • @kabisayago
    @kabisayago Жыл бұрын

    Grease is included from the package?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    A small tube I think but I used grease I had

  • @kabisayago
    @kabisayago Жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor thanks Bro

  • @ktpaladino
    @ktpaladino Жыл бұрын

    My son is asking for one for Christmas and I almost had a heart attack when I saw that these things are $500! 😵‍💫 We might give this a try

  • @jpf29999
    @jpf29999 Жыл бұрын

    finally I understand the mechanism of the hip snap - I have watched heaps of videos but ur explanation at 5:40 and practice are the clearest and most beneficial for me - thanks Ken 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @thomashathaway3534
    @thomashathaway3534 Жыл бұрын

    Nice touch. One of those things you don't think of until you spill something. RE: shaving down the “bumpers” so the tailgate will close completely. Could you use a Forstner bit, slightly larger than the diameter of the bumpers, to cut a shallow relief in the HDPE to give clearance for the bumpers? RE: losing a part ten seconds after removing it. You have my sympathy. Been there, and done that many times.

  • @angell6425
    @angell6425 Жыл бұрын

    I actually do need a couple of the ridges for my build but wish there was a way to put some flat piece of food grade sheet metal on some segment of the tailgate. Not remove and replace it entirely

  • @TomBaldwin123
    @TomBaldwin123 Жыл бұрын

    Is this the YT CAPRA 29 Core 2 Alloy MTB if so should I buy and can u swap the brakes around so that the left is back and right is front

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    This is the izzo not the Capra. There should be enough slack in the lines to swap the brakes.

  • @1testertester
    @1testertester Жыл бұрын

    Nice video!

  • @ryanvanderpol7962
    @ryanvanderpol7962 Жыл бұрын

    This is sweet - thanks for sharing!

  • @ownagewarior
    @ownagewarior Жыл бұрын

    How do you like the Izzo? I am looking at purchasing a core 2. I ride michigan Northern lower peninsula and some UP, it will be overkill im sure but I would like a nice, comfortable ride instead of a hardtail.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor Жыл бұрын

    I'm loving it! Fast, fun, efficient bike. My only criticism would be I don't like the seat but I had another saddle so wasn't a big deal. I also changed the forekasters for a 2.5 Minion DHF up front and a 2.4 rekon in the back.

  • @ryanhenderson8503
    @ryanhenderson85032 жыл бұрын

    Awesome man, didn't realize you were from PA till i saw the tags

  • @seanfaherty
    @seanfaherty2 жыл бұрын

    Me and my prospector can only get half way .

  • @mason_galway
    @mason_galway2 жыл бұрын

    awesome not much c1 content out their, I converted a boat on my channel with bit of a different style check it out if you want, and tell me what you think!

  • @mariagabrielacoronado576
    @mariagabrielacoronado5762 жыл бұрын

    Heeeey, your video is so live saving! I am mounting my Izzo at the moment, and as I have never assembled one I am facing some challenges. Quick super silly question: which key did you use to remove the back axle?..... they give you up to a 6mm allen key but even that one seems small for the back axle, which key did you use? Thanks in advance for your help!!!!

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    Hey I am just seeing this! The rear axle is a 6mm and comes out the non drive side. The drive side is just a cap and it is an 8mm. You don't want to use the little torque wrench they give you to loosen hardware, only tighten.

  • @mariagabrielacoronado576
    @mariagabrielacoronado5762 жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor nice, will give it a try, thanks a lot!!!!!

  • @jackdot3742
    @jackdot37422 жыл бұрын

    He is as tall as the ceiling

  • @Peter_McKenna587
    @Peter_McKenna5872 жыл бұрын

    This was my favorite part of high school gymnastics 👍

  • @mikethezipper
    @mikethezipper2 жыл бұрын

    I love it. It's great to see someone use their building capabilities to update an older boat. Awesome work!

  • @sinetwo
    @sinetwo2 жыл бұрын

    What's your take on the bike so far? I'm looking at getting this :)

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely love it! It's been fantastic. Super fun, lively, climbs like a beast! Highly recommend!

  • @sinetwo
    @sinetwo2 жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor thanks! Does it feel heavy? Like for small jumps or doing semi wheelies?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    @@sinetwo I honestly don't have much experience on many different bikes but I will say that I can easily get either or both wheels off the ground. I though it would be more of a compromise coming from a full cross country bike but it does everything that bike did plus is more stable and confidence inspiring in steeper terrain.

  • @shane.jestin7292
    @shane.jestin72922 жыл бұрын

    Where do you buy the carpet?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    Search car and/or boat carpet upholstery on eBay

  • @barbgamble9607
    @barbgamble96072 жыл бұрын

    This is awesome guys! Thanks for sharing your collaboration. Cool moves, Case!

  • @seaotter52
    @seaotter522 жыл бұрын

    Nice explanation

  • @brendonshave7776
    @brendonshave77762 жыл бұрын

    Epic bro! How thick is the piece used?

  • @DuanDao
    @DuanDao2 жыл бұрын

    Lol I'm like you I'd rather build it than buy it just so I can have more tools too add to my collection

  • @idahomountainelk
    @idahomountainelk2 жыл бұрын

    Nice work! I too, got tired of spilling my Banquets and made one out of some scrap plywood and stained it black. I got some stainless cup holders and installed those.

  • @TheMbn1972
    @TheMbn19722 жыл бұрын

    Does the HDPE tailgate skin flex more than the OEM skin?

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    Yes it does a bit. It also gets a little softer sitting in the sun but even with my 240# kneeling on it, the deflection is manageable and hasn't been an issue

  • @TheMbn1972
    @TheMbn19722 жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor thanks for the information, it's much appreciated

  • @kiddingh9874
    @kiddingh98742 жыл бұрын

    Hey what hub does the core 2 have and how is the engagement and sound?

  • @keithlehman2060
    @keithlehman20602 жыл бұрын

    Would like to know too. Especially interested to know if the rear hub has the star ratchet engagement.

  • @DaBinChe
    @DaBinChe2 жыл бұрын

    Just ordered a core2 earliest shipping 3/21/22. Haven't had a full suspension in 20years, went SS since then but haven't ridden in over a decade.

  • @joegonz1983
    @joegonz19832 жыл бұрын

    So today I finally decided for the core 2 on th black color. So excited. Have to wait for the week of February 7 for possible shipping.

  • @kakusei3672
    @kakusei36722 жыл бұрын

    Is it glossy or matte finish?

  • @joegonz1983
    @joegonz19832 жыл бұрын

    @@kakusei3672 well. As an update on this comment. Unfortunately, YT contacted me later that week to inform me that my order was pushed for April(order set on February 7). I had to cancel my order. I was lucky enough to find on that same weekend a Santa Cruz Tallboy, you can check it out on my channel.

  • @BroChaos
    @BroChaos2 жыл бұрын

    ​@@joegonz1983 ha so i ordered a tallboy in november, it got pushed back to july 1, just ordered the black core 2 and it will be here tomorrow.

  • @joegonz1983
    @joegonz19832 жыл бұрын

    @@BroChaos lol awesome (not jealous at all ja!)!! I will get a YT eventually I’m the next couple of years, probably will go for the jeffsy since the Tallboy and the izzo are very similar.

  • @joegonz1983
    @joegonz19832 жыл бұрын

    Great vid! So how tall are you for a XXL frame? I’m thinking on a izzo core 3 but I’m not sure about size. I am 6’0-6’1 currently ride a Cannondale trail 5 size L and it’s good but sometimes I feel I run short.

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    I am 6'8" and it fits great, sounds like a large or XL may be better for you though. Bike sizing can vary alot from brand to brand. Check out 99spokes to compare model and size geometry. Really handy site!

  • @Willmeachum
    @Willmeachum2 жыл бұрын

    @@kendingsor dude seriously ?!?! I am 6'8 and had a Raken 1.3 Fuji xl. Was small, I am eyeing one but very skeptical about it not fitting right... Please give feedback

  • @kendingsor
    @kendingsor2 жыл бұрын

    @@Willmeachum Hey sorry I didn't see this sooner! It fits me great! Many tall guys have different proportions (all leg or all torso). I am pretty well proportioned with a 37" inseam. I put some atlas 820 bars on but may actually cut them down to 800. Once this dropper goes I'll probably put a 200mm dropper on.

  • @USAFmaverick01
    @USAFmaverick012 жыл бұрын

    Awesome craftsmanship!