Backyard Hockey Rink From Start to Finish | Year 2 Expansion and Updates

See how a backyard hockey rink is built from start to finish. In this video, you'll see the improvements made for the Year 2 expansion of the backyard hockey rink. This rink was built into a hill in the foothills of the rocky mountains. You'll see the leveling process, how the boards are put up, how the rink is filled, and how outdoor hockey rinks are maintained. Check out NiceRinks's KZbin Channel here: / nicerink1991
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The SnowPlow 48" wide shovel for ice rink: amzn.to/2FIRdxW
160 Watt 2 channel speaker amp: amzn.to/2Tjxsoj
Set of 2 Outdoor Kicker Speakers: amzn.to/37Trb6W
Shooter Tudor practice shooting pad: amzn.to/2FMgozi ( available on other sites if not currently on Amazon )
Outdoor hot water faucet: amzn.to/2Ewr2fh
LED Lights I currently use: amzn.to/3qpWfEm​
Self Leveling Laser Leve Kit: amzn.to/2EzOGaJ ( You can rent these locally for under $50 / day ).
Flags: Size 3 feet by 5 feet purchased on Amazon ( Many different teams )
Water Monitor: amzn.to/2QBUOFO
Flags and Banners
I've had quite a few viewers ask about representing their favorite NHL/College team or country flag out at the rink next year, and I'd love to hang a flag out there for you! If you'd like to send one, the address is below. Please send us an email so we know to expect one and so we know who it is from so we can say thank you! The team flags / banners are all 28 x 44 inches and double sided. Any similar size would work. The country flags are all 3 feet by 5 feet. I've ordered many of the team flags/banners from Fanatics: fanatics.ncw6.net/gbbDPX. Most of the country flags have come from Amazon. ( Shipping address below )
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[@gcnd9031]

Dude. This is absolutely incredible. As a Californian that amount of open space just confuses me. Amazing.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@Digipengi]

In San Francisco you just end up with Red Bull Crashed Ice XD

[@sorodeo4586]

in mass i end up with six flags. knew i should have bought property in maine while it was cheap

[@Elzorro574]

Plenty of open space in California

[@henryhuynh9329]

Josue Angulo yep

[@blackbeanburger3357]

the maintenance on that for 1 person is... unbelievable. kudos to you

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching and commenting! It's definitely a lot of work :) It's all worth it in the end though! Happy new year!

[@clydesmith2676]

The mountains 🏔 background is gorgeous!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks! We love the backdrop. Cheers!

[@springysloth1186]

DIY PETE I’m happy to call this place my home! Watching from Helena, great video dude!

[@DIYPETE]

@@springysloth1186 Cool! Hope all is well up in the capital city!

[@Brashnir]

Impressive, but this is a pretty generous definition of "backyard."

[@DIYPETE]

It's quite a large backyard, but I live in the country and didn't know what else to call it :) Cheers!

[@Brashnir]

@@DIYPETE Oh, I get it. I'm just having a laugh. Great work.

[@zoidburg2975]

@@DIYPETE "land"

[@DIYPETE]

For sure :) Just doesn't have the same ring as "backyard hockey rink" Thanks!

[@GrebbChannel]

@@DIYPETE Atleast there's not DIY in the title xD

[@willplumb]

You rock, Pete. Thanks for the shout-out - so stoked that we could be a part of this project!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks guys! Couldn't have done it without ya! THANK YOU!

[@blazinthat7439]

Thank you for allowing Pete to do this, it was a pleasure to watch!

[@lemo4423]

@@DIYPETE Wow, love the rink. Good to see all the support from local companies. May i suggest a STHIL backpack blower might save you a lot of shoveling and help keep the rink cleanest. Much love from Canada =)

[@judgementjimmy]

No, you guys rock for helping him!

[@DIYPETE]

@@judgementjimmy Quin and the crew is amazing and we are very thankful for their help! :) Great to hear from you Jordan, hope all is well my friend. Cheers!

[@MHTutorials3D]

Happy to see that there are still people that have a sense of community are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and create some awesome memories !

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@waynemicah3786]

sorry to be off topic but does anyone know a way to log back into an Instagram account? I somehow forgot the password. I love any assistance you can give me!

[@elianthaddeus8574]

@Wayne Micah instablaster ;)

[@waynemicah3786]

@Elian Thaddeus Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and I'm trying it out now. Seems to take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@waynemicah3786]

@Elian Thaddeus it worked and I actually got access to my account again. I am so happy:D Thanks so much, you really help me out :D

[@TacoStacks]

This was honestly very relaxing and cool to watch, thanks for sharing it, I wish I was your neighbor haha.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to say hi!

[@user65783]

@@DIYPETE Did you make a rink this year?

[@digger26]

Really amazing! I'm an older guy from southwestern Ontario, Canada and this brings back so many memories of my dad building backyard rinks for my brothers and I. They were never as large or as nice as this but, the memories they built have lasted a lifetime. I know it will be the same for your family. Two more thoughts. My dad would have given anything for that plastic ground sheet! We didn't have them back then and it took quite a bit of work to build a base so the water wouldn't keep running away. And, I laughed when I saw your part about the spring puck discovery! Been there, but hadn't thought of it in a long time. Wish I was your neighbour. Thanks for this.

[@DIYPETE]

Hey Marc! Thanks for sharing your memories and for the kind words :) Cheers!

[@wynchesster]

Amazing, nothing like playing hockey, or even just skating outside. I grew up in Canada and had local rivers and ponds that froze over every year with a Tim Horton's within walking distance. Winter break was a literal sun-up to sun-down hockey game. People came and went as they pleased and joined in. Everyone was welcome. Now I live in the deep south in the US, and I miss this more than anything.

[@DIYPETE]

You'll have to get back up North and get in some skating next year! Cheers

[@mford9029]

Nothing beats growing up in Canada.

[@michaelwilwand8036]

I’m in the same boat Wynchesster. Miss those days a lot

[@SJAAKYT]

This.. is a family man, loved this video!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@ZAM42069]

Really happy seeing how many locals and local businesses came together to help this guy, a true community

[@DIYPETE]

It was great to have so much help. Thanks for watching Zach!

[@robchater9494]

From an old Canadian hockey player , I salute you sir, impressive indeed even by Canadian standards

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much Rob!

[@hugheszie]

Living in England, where we are all literally attached to each other's houses, I WANT to move here.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@Uncle_Buzz]

Best Dad Award goes to PETE in Montana!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

What a fantastic project. Growing up as a kid my father was in the Airforce and stationed in Glasgow Mt for 3 years. I have many fond memories after he and some neighbors got together and flooded our backyards for a skating/hockey rink. I have been searching through our family pictures to find some shots for scrapbooks. It was pretty rudimentary in shape and levelness, but we were kids and it was a blast. My mom would make hot chocolate for the tribe of kids that came and skated. Thanks so much for sharing this event and build. You made my day watching this. I just wish we would have had the technology back in the '50s and '60s. Felix

[@DIYPETE]

Hey Felix! Great to hear from you, so cool you spent time up in Glasgow. Outdoor rinks are so great for creating some of the best memories:) Thanks for the kind words and for taking the time to say hi and tell me about your rink experiences. Cheers!

[@jimb173]

My grade school had an ice rink every year. They flooded the kickball and softball areas. They kept it shoveled and even had an attended warm room where you could change from boots to skates. They had the hottest most mouth scalding roof burning hot coco but you couldnt resist something warm. hahaha you are building great memories and bonds doing this. a joy to watch

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for sharing your rink memories Jim! So cool!

[@Appolyon99]

Needs bleachers/seating, concession stand, disco ball for couples night but most importantly a penalty box.

[@DIYPETE]

haha for sure! Love the disco ball idea :)

[@ChiefHeaf]

and a Probert tribute

[@MFXdump]

Appolyon Players have to sit in the portotoilet for 2 minutes.

[@thatrobloxyoutuber268]

This is the best backyard rink I’ve seen yet

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks! There is quite the community of backyard ice rink builders and there are definitely a lot of cool rinks out there! We do enjoy ours though for sure. Cheers!

[@radikbikkuzhin6637]

You really have a huge passion for ice hockey game, And you are a very kind man to the community!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching Radik!

[@Snyper600]

Hey Pete, You've done an awesome job with the rink. I'm sure you will have and had many great memories. Man, that takes alot of time and dedication to keep a rink that size maintained. Wow! Great job you are truly an awesome guy to do this for your family, friends and community. Keep up the great work and Blessings from Paradise, Newfoundland.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much Fred! Cheers

[@andykiiski403]

Greetings from Finland! Thats is a beautiful rink.

[@DIYPETE]

I hope all is well in Finland Andy! Cheers and thank you so much!

[@jeffforbes3772]

Dammit Pete! I know nothing nor so I care about hockey...however this was a very enjoyably video. Quite a process. Thanks for posting. You are missing one flag and you know which one I mean, GBR!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Jeff! I do need to order a new Husker Flag for sure, consider it done! Thanks for watching and GBR!

[@ig150]

Fun to watch.,,, took me right back to my childhood when we did this with nothing but snow and shovels., God bless you for doing this for people.,!

[@ah31334]

Mad respect to this guy, the amount of work he puts into this for others and his joy is amazing.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much!

[@moosedraw3731]

Imagine having a backyard that huge... I can see a fence literally 2 meters from me..

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching and hope all is well

[@thatboy3930]

I'm jealous of the land you got there, gorgeous

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Good job Pete, awesome ice rink.

[@DIYPETE]

Thank you Mike!

[@AvaLeafs10]

Rink is amazing man! Very professional! Neatest thing I learned is that there is such a thing of a wild fan! Didn’t know they existed! Go leafs! 🍁

[@DIYPETE]

haha! Cheers man!

[@GirlsHaveCooties]

Another awesome build...Happy Y2K+20!!!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Daniel! Happy New Year bud!

[@raikku_]

I love how the dog is joining and helping :) Greetings from Finland!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks! She's a great helper :) Cheers

[@tucstwo]

You've got an awful lot of volunteers who were willing to donate not only their time but their equipment, resources connections. Lucky You!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@Wildest_Wahoo]

It was cool that you mentioned all your hockey buddy’s by name instead of saying “my buddy, and my other buddy etc..”. I bet they liked it! 🙌

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks, yep I like to call out by name when I can. Simple and makes a big difference. Cheers!

[@lassin1234]

Greetings from Finland! One of the most enjoyable KZbins videos I've seen. I love to see how detailed you told about building it and then show people using it with! Quality content! :)

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Lassi! Hope all is well in Finland!

[@fabricioqui]

Fantastic Pete!!! Cheers from Calgary!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks! Hope all is well up in Calgary!

[@mbatson13]

That is the coolest thing I've ever seen. Lots and lots of work but you can see soooo many friends and family coming together to enjoy it. I wish you were my neighbor! Enjoy the fruits of your labor!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much for taking the time to watch the process, and for taking the time to say hi! I hope all is well in your neck of the woods :) Cheers!

[@ogronas]

Greetings from Norway! I was just talking to a few neighbours about building an icerink at our local school, and all of the sudden youtube algorithm sends me this video. Nicely done, I like it.

[@DIYPETE]

Great to hear from you! Awesome :) It would be amazing for you to help build an ice rink at a local school. Let me know if you run into any questions, and best of luck! It will be worth all the hard work. Cheers!

[@globaldayz]

Thumbs up from a Florida guy who's never ice skated in his life lol

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks!

[@davidgaminggallegos7674]

Global Dayz same I really want a rink too now

[@juhva]

"If you build it, he will come."

[@DIYPETE]

So true!

[@magna1178]

Who? Gretzky

[@tomjones6944]

John Kinsella

[@JWarrior_81]

@@magna1178 No, a ghost dad.

[@lbomb8]

So will “she!” 😉

[@purpleblck]

That's so awesome, not only the rink but the people, feels like a great place to live!

[@marrmar1]

Really enjoyed your video! It is great to see how it brings so many people together all in the name of family, friends and HOCKEY!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much! It's been a very fun and rewarding experience having a rink!

[@nickdobrovolny5295]

That rink is what dreams are made of

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Nick! Hope all is well bud!

[@jaytarheel266]

Didn't know I wanted to see a backyard hockey rink build till I saw this in my recommended lol

[@DIYPETE]

haha awesome!

[@timgoodliffe]

@@DIYPETE you guys out here in utah?

[@raywise]

Unbelievable. Coming from sunburnt Australia and watching this, I was in awe. Incredible views to the mountains, and the whole rink building process had me glued to the screen. Well done!, what a great occasion to look forward to each year when it starts to get chilly.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much!

[@paddlingman13]

I love the rink... yes. But what really impresses me is the community of friends who worked together to build something like that with/for each other. I wish all the best to all of you.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much! Hope all is well!

[@remulous_9484]

Being in the middle of nowhere makes it seem like a rocket league arena

[@DIYPETE]

Cheers!

[@trymnilsen1468]

Greetings from Norway! Thats is an incredible rink.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Trym! Hope all is well over in Norge!

[@AULO2905]

@@DIYPETE yeah! great video

[@emmitttraynor8939]

Mate this is absoloutely incredible! Your hard work, effort and determination brings an entire community together. Well done to everyone that pitched in and helped. Im from New Zealand but if I ever get the chancr Id love to skate on your ice. Keep up the great work!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks a ton! Hope all is well down in New Zealand!!

[@teddytuned]

Forget the rink, look at that scenery!! Beautiful!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@fynbo1007]

Amazing project, love it. It’s a great value for your community. Thank you for sharing your amazing journey. God bless you and your family

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much Carsten! Hope all is well and Happy New Year!

[@fynbo1007]

DIY PETE thank you, yes all is well. Thank you for your answer.

[@bozo8603]

I'd be finding a lot of new and creative ways to spend my free time too, if I was a Wild fan these days. Anything to keep from having to watch a game. JK, this is really impressive. Wish I knew someone with a backyard rink like this, I'd suddenly have a lot of excuses to pop in.

[@DIYPETE]

Hey! haha, yeah Wild definitely have room for a lot of improvement :) Thanks man, hope all is well and that you are getting in some pond hockey this winter!

[@bozo8603]

@@DIYPETE Thank you :)

[@clattereffect]

as a Canuck who's seen plenty of outdoor rinks your backyard looks awesome with the view of the mountains and your rink is A++.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much! Hope all is well up North!

[@neilswaigler4197]

I am so jealous of your mid size rink and the 3 or 4 on hockey matches. The fact that you have loaner equipment is an incredible incentive for wannabes to join your group, make friends and improve their skills. I admire your passion and have but two suggestion; A Jet's banner and a King's banner. Skate hard, go top shelf or tweeners, and look for the open man, eh.

[@DIYPETE]

Hey Neil! Hope all is well man. Thanks for the kind words. I'll have to keep adding banners as I can over the years. A Kings banner will probably be up before I know it, as a guy that plays hockey in my town used to play goalie for them in the NHL. So will have to support! :) Will go top shelf for the next one, have a good one!

[@eibbor171]

lucky got friends with heavy equipment imagine doing all that by hand

[@DIYPETE]

Teamwork has made the dream work!

[@eibbor171]

@@DIYPETE more hands mean less work and i love the preemo location where you live,what you got is my dream land basically flat land with mountains in the background simply beautiful and im assuming each day you wake up you feel blessed for that scenery if you don't, move and give it to me lol

[@richhubert1260]

Hey Pete that is awesome! All the best in 2020! P.S. still don't see a penalty box yet. ...

[@DIYPETE]

I know :) I'm thinking to build the warming house this summer and perhaps the penalty box! Cheers!

[@anderscarlsson3387]

Best KZbin video ever!!!. Creating a bit of heaven on earth. Imagine driving on a road and suddenly see this. You stop, borrow skates, a stick and a puck. Best feeling in the world!!. Amazing work you put in!.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching Anders! Thanks for all the kind words, the rink truly has been magical and people love skating up here. Hope all is well my friend!

[@all-techmechanical6534]

That was great, good to all who participated and enjoyed!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@holdemNE1]

Incredible. Really enjoy the teamwork and friendship that made this happen! did anyone lose any teeth last year?

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Big Mike! haha, not teeth lost or major injuries. Just a few pucks to the shin here and there, but the rule at the rink is you can't lift the puck during pickup hockey. Teamwork makes the dream work! :) Cheers!

[@mattbarnett7985]

Can we talk about the size of that fire pit? omg! lol

[@DIYPETE]

Great bonfires! cheers

[@davidd7355]

We build a much smaller rink, but still good enough for 3 on 3 adults. We have an 8' by 12' changing shack built in 4' sections on my buddies back deck that we take down every year. Insulated and filled with Christmas tree lights and cable TV with the NHL network. We also put center ice and blue line lights under the liner for when we play at night. That rink is a beauty.

[@DIYPETE]

Hey David! You have an awesome setup! I love the idea of the shack / warming house. I plan to build one this summer for the rink and to have it all ready for next season! :) Those blue line and ice lights sound awesome. Do they rest on the liner? Do you tape them or something to keep them in place while it is filling up? I bet that warming shack is awesome!! Cheers

[@brettbaratheon9776]

This guy......what a freaking legend!!!!!

[@wenhaoli9195]

It’s funny how he acts like we have the skill and space to make a rink

[@DIYPETE]

If you have flat ground and a kit like this, it's totally doable. My rink definitely has things that are more challenging for sure. But you don't have to have big light posts or some of the add ons. Most folks don't have an 8 foot hill to level, which was my big challenge. Anyhow, check out some of the forums online about backyard rinks and you'll see a wide variety of folks building rinks of all sizes. Cheers!

[@Dodger24]

@@DIYPETE I think fearblast more means like not a lot of people actually have the space or money to do this. Even NiceRinks small size is a couple thousand dollars

[@DIYPETE]

Gotcha. Growing up, my dad and I built a rink in the backyard using plywood and rebar. We still had to get a big white liner, but it was definitely a lot more budget friendly. I have some friends who built a very small rink in their yard that is 10 foot by 10 foot and they used 2x8 boards for the sides. They basically use it for puck handling practice since it is small, but it is still a great way to practice skills. Definitely lots of DIY options for those who want to save some money. Cheers

[@unclejake1476]

@@Dodger24 you can make your own for under $1000 the first year then just the price of a liner after that or do it old-school with no liner.

[@seanmorissette5765]

Would love to play here damn this is sick needs penalty box

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks! Haha, definitely could use a penalty box!

[@M1keMorrison]

Pete, looking forward to this year's nice rink build video!! When can we expect it! ;)

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Mike! It usually roles out in January, after the process is complete. Hope all is well!

[@M1keMorrison]

@@DIYPETE saw a picture of your rink in this month’s USA Hockey magazine and made me think of it. Can’t wait for the videos!

[@pancake7289]

It was great to see all the skates you had for people to use. A great way to give back to your community.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks!

[@minecrafter4623]

imagine living someplace warm in the winter... You miss out on this stuff. just my opinion.

[@DIYPETE]

I couldn't do warm all winter either :) Although I don't mind a couple vacations in the winter to break it up. Cheers!

[@charliegarvin517]

yeah. i live in maine and a lot of my neighbors head down to florida for the winter. i always wonder why, winter brings so much, they miss out in the funnest things

[@minecrafter4623]

Pug Maniac yeah I’m from Minnesota so I like the snow. Also WILD WON against the black hawks. That was a surprise.

[@charliegarvin517]

bro what i can’t even put a tent together

[@DIYPETE]

This might be a stretch than :) haha, cheers man!

[@MrEmbangweni]

thanks pete, this was very nice. I originally grew up in the foothills of the Rockies, and the scenery was a very nice reminder of those times

[@bpetersson5024]

fantastic production and video! growing up in Sweden, we did our backyard "rink" by spraying the local elementary school's soccer field, but we had no side boards..! as basic as you could get...your's is waiting for a camera rigs, an open mike and livestream feeds! great place that molded people and relationships for a life time...

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much!

[@cdh79]

Fun Fact: You didn't search for this video.

[@malogna6033]

cdh79 i did...

[@DIYPETE]

True for a lot! ;)

[@cdh79]

@@DIYPETE the YT algorithm works in mysterious ways, and more often than not it disappoints, but i have to say this video was awesome, and i'm glad it showed up in my list!

[@subzero308]

Nope but I'm glad I found it.

[@DogWhoFilms]

That’s amazing! I love when man shares his passions with the community. Mankind is capable of amazing things when his heart & mind are 1. 👏👏

[@HomeAutoBuddy]

Don't ask me why I looked all the way to the end, I don't do ice skating or hockey but the quality, the size of the project, the way it was filmed/edited or the view of your backyard, maybe a little thing of all. Good work mister - it was a joy to view. Greetings from Sweden!

[@MikeS-um1nm]

Holy CRAP!!! This makes the rink we built in my back yard look like a frozen lazagna pan!! This is Montana? What a beautiful place to live!! What a YARD. What a view!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@MikeS-um1nm]

@@DIYPETE Thanks for showing!!!

[@zbqb84a]

Awesome project and beautiful property! It's unreal how much work goes into just the maintenance. Well done.

[@craigwright5585]

Wow!!!! Well done Pete. What a great project thing to do for your family and community!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much Craig!

[@Quental1933]

This is the kind of stuff that makes we want to move up north! Truly inspiring!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Quentin!

[@mchall5404]

This was so awesome to watch! I had a smile on my face just thinking about how much the rink must be enjoyed by all. Way to go. This probably brings your community together, and they must really appreciate it. Cheers from Montreal!

[@DIYPETE]

Cheers back at ya! Thank you!

[@nathancabrera595]

I am a soccer player but watching you make this was cool to watch and its amazing to see what can be done when people come together, super generous

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@emmavaria]

Most epic view of any hockey rink ever.

[@DIYPETE]

We love the view :) Cheers!

[@MrWhiteones]

You are living life right man. Not only successful but very generous! That’s what it’s about

[@DIYPETE]

Thank you! Hope all is going great!

[@anestisantoniou5326]

Nice to see people help each other.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Anestis! Fun to have everyone together for sure.

[@lilpintaa]

What i learned from this video is its not what you know, but who you know!! Cheers Pete- from Canada!

[@DIYPETE]

Hope all is well up in Canada! Great to hear from you and have an awesome weekend!

[@jasonups5386]

Great story! I live in Fort Lauderdale and our team is the Florida Panthers. That would truly bring people closer and make new friends along the way. Thanks for sharing 🇺🇸

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much and I hope all is well down in Fort Lauderdale!

[@andrewr8553]

As a hockey player and fan I had to click on this just for fun...after a few minutes of watching I was hooked. Great project, great location and so impressed with the great family and friends joining in to get it done. Love to undertake that project here in NC but it was 70 degrees here a couple days ago. Swimming pool maybe?

[@DIYPETE]

Hey Andrew, great to hear from a fellow hockey player! Thanks for taking the time to say hi, and I hope all is well down in NC. I'd send ya some cold weather for a rink if I could!

[@mcarroll598]

I’ve been playing hockey since I was 4 years old. I’m 42 now. This would be the ultimate to skate on a outside rink like this! I played outside in highschool one time. But it had shelter. Not open like this rink. Very nice build!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks!

[@T5IVEPICTURES]

reminds me of the rinks my grandfather use to make. i didnt have nets at the time so what he did was he made nets out of the snow he took the snowblower and at each end he carved out box looking holes i used as nets. man i miss him.

[@DIYPETE]

Such great memories. What a special grandpa. Take care

[@msanders2605]

Your awesome my dude. People like you are true community members.

[@DIYPETE]

I appreciate it, thanks for watching!

[@duLuded]

this is absolutely stellar dude. "I welded some metal posts, whipped it up like no big deal". you're a very skilled worker my dude, amazing job with this rink im pretty jealous

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much!

[@subzero308]

Man I miss ice hockey might have to go pick up a pair of skates and start up again... This was awesome... Seeing the rink come down heart my soul lol.

[@DIYPETE]

Great to hear! Hope you are able to lace up some skates soon!

[@kiuakakirstine8257]

Community -service at it's best. what a great initiative. in my country a backyard hockey rink couldn't be done without asking the county first and certainly not in a few weeks. We have to organize engeniers, constructors, a few unions and the project would end up costing 2-3 million dollars.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks!

[@EyesonEnforcement911]

What a beauty !!! My buddy has a rink in his backyard similar to this size.. we're thinking of putting up some big boards and maybe even paint the ice ! Cheers from Toronto, Canada 🏒🇨🇦

[@PimpinCS]

VS Industry jeez buddy I’ll bring the double doubles you guys got the rink! I’m down for some puck (not lying)

[@EyesonEnforcement911]

@@PimpinCS Are you anywhere near Vaughan??

[@DIYPETE]

Awesome! Bet you guys have tons of fun out there. Cheers!

[@PimpinCS]

VS Industry yeah like 30 minutes away lol

[@jaywy1654]

Very impressive and motivating. I admire your commitment and dedication.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Jay!

[@comfort_in_discomfort]

Pete, I don't skate. I live in a climate that's too warm for this. But I love Hockey (Red Wings fan formerly from Michigan). Tremendous effort. But the rewards are so much greater. Family and friends. Great traditions. Seeing all of this ice makes me warm :) Best of luck! Go Wings!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much or the kind words, and neat you are so into hockey as well! Yep, it's been very rewarding in how many people it has a brought together :) Cheers and have a great week!

[@obscuredvisionary911]

Absolute beauty of a rink. Great job on the expansion! Wish I lived closer!

[@DIYPETE]

Thank you very much!

[@John.Biscuit]

Best video in the series by far

[@jonasmichaelmoir9378]

Cheers brother! I had the pleasure of working around Waterton and was amazed at the culture on both sides of the border. Kalispell was a special treat. Thanks for the cool content!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching! Cheers!

[@Azugon]

You are a great man for creating something that others can enjoy for free!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@chuckhpnwx]

Holy smokes, Pete, how did I miss this? Impressive!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks so much!

[@garthtrain4719]

I am a one man volunteer building and maintaining our community rink in Calgary Alberta .. I build mine without a plastic barrier or boards .. flood right over the grass field when the ground freezes and make my boards from the shovelled snow .. clearing is done with a 2 ft snow shovel .. flooding is done when needed using a 2 in garden hose .. keep it simple

[@DIYPETE]

cool!

[@lawoftheuniverse8089]

Wow...!!! That is some Terrific Rink you did Pete... I take my Hat off to you...!!!

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobtwo3948]

What a view. Great spot to play hockey.

[@DIYPETE]

Thanks Bob!