Good info!

I spent 5 minutes staring at the title card wondering what 'YOUTZ' means

Well now.. I guess these are even better than I thought.. I was a dummy and put the smaller side down thinking more grip on my guitar.. didnt even think about stability after feeling how solid they are hahah.

These would live on my bench. Will there be an option without the holder?

I got my set yesterday!

Good information about you Gecko Blocs on their intended uses and limitations I'm sure there are other uses and when people start using them more they will find out just what they can and can not do. This was a really good starting point for wood workers who have a need or want for these types of tools so they can get an idea of what to expect.

Saw mark's review and he was very impressed as I think I will be when they become available in the uk

Good reviews from buyers and excellent followup videos by you guys will make this project a success. Keep 'er going, guys!

Thanks Gio, I'll be patient until they are available - Cheers from Canada!

Great video. You certainly addressed the most important questions that people would have. I have been really liking these blocks. They sure are robust!

Great video brother. Very informative and should help anyone decide if these are right for their shop! Excellent. ✌️&💙

I got these... they're as awesome as the guys that made them!

Great bench test Gio...really showing what these can do...and their limitations...I'm impressed👍

The critters are very cool hope you have other useful things coming

The thought I had watching the grip as Gio said "the more pressure you put on them, the more grip" is if you are using something the size and weight of a guitar body or something slightly lighter would you actually get better grip from using 4 blocks as opposed to using 6 blocks. My thinking is that while you have 1/3 less surface area for gripping, each block is supporting more weight/pressure with 4 blocks as opposed to 6 blocks. Gio only tested this at the highest weight where he was not losing grip with anything he tried. I look forward to future videos. Also curious how of a difference in grip you get with the 3 different heights as you clearly have less surface area with each height level? Gio, thanks for doing these honest stress tests to show the failure points.

A very cool bench test for their usability. Quite right to stress that these are meant for larger projects. Superb video, you BenchCritters!

Great honest review video Gio, congratulations to you and Todd for the success you're having with these well deserved ✌️💜

Hello Gio & Todd, thanks for the grip test video, can't wait for them to be available in the UK, ( have you any idea when they will be here in the UK?) great stuff. all the best to you both.

I have my set of these Gecko Blocks and even though I have not used them yet I still have full confidence in them. Yes the lighter weight wood moved a bit in this demonstration that movement was slight and in my opinion not a true failure. Courser grit sand paper would most likely cause more movement because of the greater friction. But even then they are still better than just having the piece being sanded just laying on the work surface.

Just ordered a set!

PLEASE READ - I forgot to mention in the video to wash them before first use for max grip. Don’t wait for them to get dirty before you clean them. They’ll feel a little waxy from the factory. This is just a mold release agent used to get the blocs out of the mold when manufacturing. They’re much grippier once this is removed! Kind regards Gio.

Just got my Gecko Blocs today (thanks, Todd...) and I really like these things. Looking forward to using them soon. Side not..."Viby" is great descriptive word to that sander. lol. I do believe these blocks will have plenty of "gription" (I give that word freely, Todd), to handle most tasks.

Tested to breaking point - as honest a review as you're ever going to get. If that doesn't give folk confidence in this being a premium product, I don't know what will. These look fantastic - nicely done Gio!

My set arived today. Just moved from North Carolina to Massachusetts so still setting my shop up. Will give a review once I get to use them.

Hi Gio, had mine for quite a few years now, the only thing I’ve altered is the base work plate, mine came with a round one and I’ve made a square one makes such a difference for accuracy Great channel, looking forward to my geckoblocs when they’re available here in the uk All the best to you both for very interesting entertainment, cheers

Awesome review Gio. Hope all is well for you across the pond. Have you ever had to change the brushes in the motor during that time? I bought my first trim router after much research with reviews on the internet vs price as you know my financial status. The off name brand I got is an up and coming company that makes many different shop level tools and I found it interesting they sent spare brushes. Is that something I should worry over as I get more into power tools?

I was lucky to find a used one when I moved to Mexico. Love it

I have one of these that I bought second hand. Other than having to tighten the adjustment mechanism (only had to do it once) I've had zero issues. Great little router.

I bought this router a couple years ago. Mine just came with the plunge base and trim base. i absolutely adore this tool! i plan to get two more, just so i don't have to change bits three times when doing a body. I don't use it for routing the body outline, just the cavity routs and bevels. But it sure does a great job at those tasks!

We have those at work but the battery version and they are great little trim routers for all the tasks you mentioned as well as laminate trimming and the angle base is an added bonus highly recommended 👍

Good review. I do not personally own any Makita tools but I am aware of their quality. One of my cousins used to have a set of different battery powered tools I don't remember just which ones for sure but I know he had the drill, a light, and a small circular saw. They were a very early set that had some round or at least semi-round battery packs. When new they were great for the things he was using them for As they aged and the batteries aged they got weaker and got to a point where they would barely hold a charge. They were old enough by that time the batteries had been redesigned and no longer ably to find but he used them for a good 7 to 10 years if I remember correctly. I really miss my cousin Patrick. He passed away almost 3 years ago now.

Thanks Gio. I probably need to upgrade from working on the kitchen table before I invest in a router LOL

Very cool to see a "long term professionally used" video of a power tool. If you have any other "mainstay" tools, showcase them, too! Way back when, when I was installing modular office furniture all of us got their cordless drills. They make really good electric motors.

This is a great idea and an excellent video! Would you be incredibly offended if I borrowed your idea and did one with my shop too?

Nice review Gio! I don’t have the Makita, but I have an off brand copy of the Makita that works pretty well, but when it dies I will upgrade to the Makita.

Great video brother. I have the same router and I agree with everything you've said here. Excellent Router!✌️

So proud of you guys, and to have the privilege to watch you both become such great friends over the last few years. Absolutely want a set of these, any idea when they'll be available to ship to Canada?

Just purchased a set of these.. perfect timing too for my current build! The thought you guys put into these is next level... looking forward hand happy to support you in your new adventure!

Man, you drive fast!

Thanks Todd! I received mine quite quickly and they are even more wonderful than anticipated. You and Gio did your best in creating this ultimate workbench aid. These Bench Critters have no equal and I highly recommend them to others.

Got mine today. No reason as of yet for me to use them but the fact that I got them today is a testament to rapid work by the folk at Gecko. I really like the material. Firm enough but just a little give so I don't think the chances of it marring anything are significant. Firm enough that they should easily handle anything I'm likely to put on them. Gecko recommended washing with soap and water to get rid of some material (I think wax) used in manufacturing and once that is done they are fairly grippy. So far I'm really favorably impressed. Maybe that will change once I've been able to use them for several projects but right now I'm pretty pleased.

Man, talk about speed and service! Well done on what was hopefully a successful launch!!! 🍻

Tracking says mine arrive on Monday!

So excited for your new channel, both of you have been terribly missed. Subscribed and ready! Congratulations to your both, such great chemistry and humor.

That’s cool. Thanks for sharing ❤

Order confirmed!!! Now where mah COOKIEZ!!! 🤣🤣🤣

It was clear when I watched the previous video that you've come up with a great tool. But based on some of your comments, I was expecting a much higher price. I was pleasantly surprised to discover the price. I'll order a set when it's available to be shipped to this part of the world.

Awesome!

Lovin it!

Only available in the U.S of A?