Blake Builds A Bike Cave Ep.2 | Mountain Bike Isolation Workshop Project

[@gmbn]

What do you want to see in Blake's Bike cave? Let us know 👇

[@keiran9679]

personally i wouldnt put a tool board , i would put wooden planks like seth (seth bike hacks) did in his garage , its looking awsome : P

[@andiadinesen9805]

Global Mountain Bike Network instead of putting knobs on the doors (since you have a great clean look) you should put on a magnetic door catch so you push on the door and they pop open! 😁

[@teamgrimtv2714]

Deffo like mentioned previously go for the magnetic popping doors it is a proper clean look and when it comes to asthetics go for the metal look on the floor and run LED's under the kickboard so the light reflects off the floor (plus it would be easier for cleaning etc), and for the corner you could have a truing stand for wheel builds or even wall mounted containers for, rotor bolts, stem bolts, cable ties, all your little bits and bobs 👌🏻💯, hope this helps blake

[@tomp329]

Coffee machine and soft drinks cupboard like Seth's bike hacks

[@wlehtola]

I think a properly sorted tool board looks amazing. Surely you are considering a tea station somewhere in there. I dont know how much you have in the way of electronic stuff to charge, and likely you do so inside, but there is a pretty cool shelf you can build with ply scrap for a cordless tool dock, the chargers and the kit for your tools is up top, and your drill and impact driver hang in slots below. It's pretty handy to keep it all in one location and tidy

[@cmculver]

Dude, GMBN needs to make this a regular series after the quarantine. So good.

[@donaldduck389]

But he will have finished it?

[@stefanfredin7120]

@@donaldduck389 Blake builds could be this fantastic person building anything. Such energy!

[@willshawyer7280]

Yes, and when Blake’s done get all the other presenters build one

[@scottcampbell10]

Blake's bike cave and Matt Jones' trails are what's getting me through this lockdown 😂

[@Zimblake]

scottymtb stoked!!!

[@markseager7055]

Same

[@derekburckes1482]

Same dude

[@nashpenzo9178]

Agreed

[@liamtoft68]

hhahhhahahahahaha litterly same here man

[@erikgriffin5693]

Idea: Use bike chains as handles for the cupboards

[@michaelreed3252]

Erik Griffin like the welded ones

[@Cous1nJack]

Jockey wheels or stem caps.

[@andrewd7860]

Cornwall's Answer yeah, bar ends for the drawers!

[@kieranhubbard135]

Can’t wait to see the finished product

[@tobiaswillems1178]

Me to

[@M3PH11]

Watch the Dirt shed show and you will have already seen it.

[@jamietaylor1552]

Yeah same kieran 👌🏼👌🏼

[@morgannicolon]

@@M3PH11 Nah, we want to see the process, some cups of tea, some mistakes and a lot of weird dance!

[@T-Crack]

Love Blake builds, I need his energy. The animation on this series is cool. Now we need a GMBN animated series starring all the presenters 🤘.

[@jcsrst]

As a professional carpenter and an amateur mountain biker, I am impressed with Blake's work. It's not easy to make nice looking cabinets without much experience, they are a complicated thing to work out in so many ways! Great job for a first time especially without a table saw! You might have more talents than you thought.......

[@vinnieeclt2628]

Yes yes yes!! So gooooood!! Few ideas... Lighting in the over head storage ? 5cm holes as door knobs ? A bar for hangers ? ...

[@LongPeter]

Definitely lighting under the wall cupboards. Lights in the cupboards are also amazing. You'll never lose anything ever again.

[@allisonmapley-hicks7256]

I like how he wares the POC goggles

[@gmbn]

Gotta keep that sawdust out the eyes!

[@austrailalanmtb7557]

Was thinking the same. Blake not riding, still finds a use for goggles.

[@mattgies]

Eye protection, check. Hearing protection... whoops.

[@slimjimi681]

Wears*

[@allisonmapley-hicks7256]

Global Mountain Bike Network yeah man gotta stay safe while corona is on

[@dustraptor1337]

just when i was bored, GMBN uploads Blake's 2nd episode, nice~~

[@Zimblake]

DustRaptor SICK!!!!

[@burgesspaul1]

Blake! Blake! Blake!! What a fantastic job you are doing with your Garage/Bike Cave, I just love IT! and your energy is so addictive on all your projects. As a 56 year old watching you inspires me to get out there and ride so thanks. Keep up the good videos and Stay Safe.

[@nellyandbert]

This is making me want to rip out my garage/bike cave and start again similar to Blake’s build. I bought off the shelf items but really like the homemade and bespoke build going on here. Can’t wait for the next episode.... awesome work guys, well done Blake - you’re right to be proud!!! Love and peace, stay safe fellow mtb bikers!

[@quinnmiller-smith4155]

This made it to the trending list on KZbin. Congrats!

[@markopolo9559]

Blake could put a drinks fridge on the right hand side of the units on top of the worktop. Enjoying this series of building a workshop, amazing work Blake.

[@mtbrider8286]

I think you have a future in woodworking. For someone that has never built a workbench before, you're doing an excellent job! Keep up the great work Blake!

[@brifrancis234]

GMBN should definitely keep this series going. It's only been two episodes but I am stoked for episode 3!!! It has inspired me to build my own bike cave.

[@brody2671]

Watching Blake build is really satisfying and therapeutic

[@jessiedaily3815]

Blake, Thank you bringing laughter to us! This was awesome to watch. Suggestions for the cave includes: 1. Radio Shelf, maybe on the right side of the window 2. Park tool wall mounted bike stand 3. Shelving over the window 4. Shoe rack in wardrobe 5. Hooks everywhere for anything 6. Pegboard for tools 7. Long 12 outlet power strip 8. Over head lights and interior shelving lights

[@tommtb9285]

Am i the only one that wishes they were older so they could convert there whole house to a massive bike cave

[@tommtb9285]

Tom Stefaniak ye lol

[@BruH-le3zg]

Tom Mtb I also would love to do that

[@elainedunn1150]

same

[@tookken3183]

me too

[@davejohnson3474]

Or be like seths bike hacks and have your own trails aswell lol

[@stingraydave9216]

Blake man all you need is a car wash roller system to was you and your bike at the same time EPIC vids you’ve got more tools than me and I’m a builder. Can’t wait for episode 3

[@Zimblake]

Dave Parrish hahaha more tools than you. Never have enough tools

[@vedanttoke20]

Blake saying Niiiiccceeee is the best thing in the world at 12:02

[@davidking3699]

Nice progress... Suggestions: Overhead shelf over window, mounted just below gas pipe to hide it... with hooks on underside to hang stuff from... you need a TV in there somewhere, and make your garage door more secure (maybe deadbolts from inside and enter the space through side door, plus good mesh on the windows and side door locks - see Doddy's video on security and locking your bikes up at home... a ground anchor maybe? with that corner, think about other things besides bicycles that you may want to do in the space... motorbike stuff, mechanics tools... what bike repair stand are you planning on?... free standing, or a bench or wall mount one from Park Tool? With the shadow board for tools, add strips of scrap to the back to clear the pipe... and layout all your tools when the board is horizontal, draw around them for place holders, and then, when it is on the wall, just add the pins / screws / nails or such to hold them in position... Don't forget lots of powerpoints - at both ends, some with USB ports for all that stuff that needs charging... phone, cameras, lights, etc... but with that gas line and meter inside the place, not sure if a bench grinder would be recommended...

[@logannave6169]

I like how Blake is wearing POC goggles instead of safety glasses Lol

[@MattMaggioChannel]

Honestly, Blake and the energy he gives off is why I love GMBN

[@martinjoyce779]

For any gaps in joints of wood, make a slurry out of wood glue and sawdust and fill it in. Let it dry and sand and you’ll never see it! Great job Blake

[@Zimblake]

Martin Joyce great tip. I remember doing that in wood work at school. Can’t go wrong with that technique

[@tylerross964]

Love the jeep! Should do a walk around of what its got for off roading and for the bikes! Garage is lookin deadly! Love the top planks. Much nicer than plywood!

[@Zimblake]

Tyler Ross I’ll do a walk around for sure.

[@dermax_hd]

Just finished re organising my garage.. again. It's really really nice now but its crazy how long it took. I'm talking organising bit biding the whole garage so Blake's project is crazy! Really looking forward to how it turns out. A round about what it all cost would be super interesting as well if the diying is not just more customisable but also cheaper

[@jackedwards9444]

Idea: drill holes in the cuboard doors as handles

[@vomErsten]

Jack Edwards Big holes, sand and smooth the inner surface, perfection!

[@BMad-we6qf]

Could cut triangles in the top corners and fix his cutting boo boo on the gas line cupboard.

[@mark1webb956]

Love the look and build of this. Really well crafted. Only thing missing is power sockets for your tools/chargers/GMBN TV etc. Plus the obvious bike part decoration that comes later.

[@chrislukes9037]

Good work, Blake! You mention door knobs at the end -- you might have some trouble fitting these into the right angle corner cabinets, based on the tight clearance demonstrated @11:27. Just spacing the handle further toward the middle of the door would be the simplest solution, but might look a little weird. Other possible options: switching which side one of the doors' hinges are on, cutting a recessed "finger slot" type handle instead of a protruding knob, or redesigning around a "lazy susan" style door (a single, two-piece, hinged door covering both cabinets with specialized hinges; this would obviously require the most re-working). Separately, for the three adjacent cabinets I would definitely consider flipping the hinges of one of the drawers to the right -- this will essentially make two of the cabinets a pair that can be easily opened together by spreading the doors left/right outward from the center. As you have it now, with adjacent cabinets open, there will always be a door sticking out in the middle. This could make it harder to find stuff if you are not sure which cabinet it's in, or if moving stuff around as you decide how you want to organize your workshop.

[@glenwatridge1771]

love the attitude man and the simplicity of the design. Inspirational.

[@ZachRice]

Blake is a riot. I love this guy.

[@lachlan_mtb9980]

Posters or photos of Blake riding in his favourite places

[@Zimblake]

MTB that’s what I’m thinking. Like it

[@lachlan_mtb9980]

Blake Samson Mean

[@shayneroberts9793]

French cleat wall would be nice for storing and hanging a variety of tools and consumable items.

[@felipezam]

Awesome!! don't forget some work station lights, some lacquer to protect the wood, right corner, cover it in plywood and hooks to have wall mounts for your most used tools (easy quick access). keep up the awesome work!

[@jsjsjehsnebehshejdejejjrrj9386]

Blake builds are the best

[@MaxCotton]

Looks so good, your content is still amazing even though we’re on lockdown

[@willshawyer7280]

Get some handles for the cupboards!

[@m77hw04_media]

Blake vs Sam Pilgrim DANCE OFF! That would be super cool to watch and hella funny to make!

[@leighclark969]

It's shaping up really nice! It would look mint if you painted all the cupboards to hide the nasti looking chipboard grains, sand and seal the bench top. I'd say mostly overhead shelves and try keep as much bench space as possible. Maybe wall mount a small tv on a swing arm in that corner and can be folded flat and out of the way? Just keep it simple and clean, especially IF you might record videos in there. What about a fold down island bench!? That you can use when needed or as a desk when doing sit down videos/presentation? The end and legs mounted on strong gate hinges that can be golden up flat against the wall when not needed and can still store your motor bike in front of it then roll the bike out and fold down when needed

[@gordo_0012]

Blake, you should use old bike components/spares as door handles for the cupboards 👍 Loving this series, can’t wait for episode 3 🤙

[@mrbadger9920]

Looking great there Blake. Very high standard for diy It would be wise to get some of those moisture trap silica gel things to leave inside each cupboard to help prevent mould. They don't cost much and will save your kit getting ruined or tools rusting if the garage is unheated. I also chuck the sachets that come in electronic stuff in my drawers.

[@AN71H3RO]

Great work Blake. Can't wait to see the finished project. Just bought a house next to the woods and I'm grateful for some inspiration.

[@ericenglish6463]

Great work, Blake! Great camera work, editing, and sound too. Really enjoyed it. Just had ideas for the space to the right of the window... bolt a bike stand arm for frames-only projects at shoulder height above the counter, put your wheel truing setup on the counter below and that’s your corner for the deep work of bike maintenance. In the same manner as the wall-mounted bike stand arm, but well above it, bolt in some dowel to hang spare wheels and your on-deck tires. Have a great time in the subsequent steps. Stay safe.

[@camnationm8]

Iv been a joiner for about 6 years and I think I’d struggle making as good a job as Blake’s done here! That’ll outlive any modern kitchen 👌🏼

[@thefullstop23]

Blake is freakin' awesome! Haha. Hope he hangs his bike there somewhere on the wall, cause for "inspiration", nothing beats your own sexy bike and helmet gear etc on display (instead of just tools). Can't wait to see the finished outcome!

[@scott3519]

Would look awesome if the door handles, knobs etc. we’re all made of old bike parts. Chains, gears, levers, grips, axel nuts etc. Any workshop stool should also incorporate a dropper post! Maybe some bike lights for work lamps?

[@tedhinchley6226]

Been waiting for this for so long :)

[@raphaelbg7088]

Blake's have some serious Carpenter skills wow!

[@j4n3r]

Are you going to do some impregnation of this wood? It would be especially useful at the work bench, because it will get a little bit liquiproof, so when you spill something it shouldn't soak into the wood.

[@brianantnssn5177]

Kuba Janer was looking for this comment, put some kind of oil on it, or it will looking awfull after a year from wd40 spots or any grease you spill. Some linseed oil or something

[@davejohnson3474]

He's probably going to metal top it as i would and treat all the wood or it will swell and rot

[@dillonhayes3402]

You'd be best to lacquer the benchtop afyer a good sand and oil the cupboards I reckon lacquer would make the top a bit more hard wearing

[@ForTsz]

It needs some sanding and some resin Or go metal which is pretty good for work bench

[@chelarestelar]

Maybe soak it with some epoxy?

[@tbrown1865]

I think there should be a wiggly Blake doll on the countertop. You know one like the shaky Elvis. Blakes moves are so awesome 😜

[@GurjeetSagoo]

Got to have a neon sign somewhere, maybe some old school bike memorabilia. Seriously impressed with the work, basic and simple yet effective. Or I love the thought of an old damaged bike cut in half or a quarter and attach it to the wall.

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

Amazing job Blake, I would be over the moon with that.

[@judsmtb2484]

Blakes got bike skills, and geometry skills! 😳🔥

[@tractorrestorations6055]

Love following this build and the channel in general, For above your worktop I would say shelves shelves and more shelves Mainly for all them reach to items Like sprays/ nuts/bolts/parts/rags/boxes etc Look forward to the next

[@TunedIn1]

You make it look possible for anyone to attempt a workshop build with a bit of planning... shows nothing too tricky if you take your time and measure 3 or 4 times and cut once.. plus overcoming mistakes is all part of the learning process. Maybe not how a joiner would make it but who cares as long as it works.... Good Job🤙👍🤟

[@DirtSailor5]

L & R speaker shelves or a long shelf above the gas line. A mini fridge for popsicles and drinks as well as a mounted fan. Besides bike mounts, I think those are the only things left that I would need.

[@lifeinthesaddle3248]

Looking wicked! Don’t bother with door knobs. Drill a hole in each door (like 25mm) and use that to open. Will look very smart and be flat. Or better still cut two holes a little apart and cut out the middle section to achieve a rounded rectangle hole. Vertical on cupboards, horizontal on the draws.

[@jonathanjedi640]

The first 2 episodes of your bike cave build where great Blake,can't wait for the 3rd......all I need now is a garage!!!!

[@philipwoolgar2011]

I would say leave the corner until you finish and see what you still need. If nothing needed then a cool memorabilia area to make it look cool. Big respect looks dope .

[@sturutter3378]

Love this guys energy.

[@kyleposner9173]

I would 100% recommend a Karcher WD 2 shop vacuum, pretty inexpensive and does a great job of keeping your bike cave tidy and dust free!

[@mtb_dirtworx_sa]

Put a Tea station in the corner? And perhaps knobs on the doors make it look abit better and help you open the cupboards 👍nice building Blake.

[@bigbarrelbr]

Blake is a great entertainer, he is in the perfect job!!

[@JonnyImpreza]

Door & drawer handles would definitely make this look awesome, it’s already amazing though!

[@kevinshort3943]

And make it possible to open the cupboards and draws...

[@jackgaffney3575]

Blake’s energy is inspiring

[@benjybluehat]

Mate you're doing a cracking job. Looks proper man-style. Can't wait to see it all finished.

[@skiandbike4life]

I'm in the process of building my own bike cave right now and this has been really helpful for ideas. Nice work! Can't wait to see the next episode.

[@daryngoldsbrough]

So good Blake! Don't forget about the lighting, a workshop needs proper lights!

[@hwinterr]

Hey Blake man you've motivated me to redo my workshop during quarantine much love and your shop looks amazing!

[@adamclark9588]

Hey Blake, Excellent carpentry work. Its looking really good. The flush fit cabinet doors are a nice touch.

[@jameslucken1537]

Very cool Blake! If you go for door nobs be careful on the corner cupboard. You don't want them to stop the other door from closing. The holes in doors is a good idea. Keep up the good work dude.

[@mik3natty]

i dont know why this series is so satisfying to watch. cheehuu!

[@callumsumsion9261]

Sick build Blake! One thing I would say is to put a small lip around the bench to stop any small parts from rolling off.

[@kauffman424]

Everything looks great so far. Just add some handles or knobs to the doors and drawers. Love watching the videos. You make everything look like a blast

[@drock1136]

Damn dude!! Some quality craftsmanship. Nice work.

[@jamiesmyth7366]

@Global Mountain Bike Network @blake samson you should paint the wood with a cure to make it look older 👍🏼

[@kalebreyes6357]

That right hand corner should be your studio set up for future GMBN videos and blake builds. A flood light installed there would be good for work and videos.

[@vedanttoke20]

The quality of the eedits is getting better day by day SO GOOD BLAKE!

[@willshawyer7280]

What’s funny is that gmbn blurred out the number plate at 15:11 and then in the next scene you can see it clearly. Look out for those tiny details guys! Your doing great just watch out!

[@Mybike4life4ever]

Blake you should have a wall organizer for tools :) good light and electrical socket and of course garage chair :D The vice is also useful :)

[@michaelquinlan4817]

I would put a thin sheet of galvanised tin over all or part of the bench top. It's great for overhauling shocks and other greasy/oily jobs. You just wipe off the mess and it doesn't soak in. Get it folded up somewhere if you can't do it yourself so it covers the front edge of the bench and isn't sharp.

[@gmbn]

Could be a nice finishing touch there Michael!

[@11Fraz]

Maybe some corner shelves for the RH corner? it would be awesome to see some cool lighting installation! and perhaps some bike inspired/repurposed handles for the cupboards and drawers. Cool episodes man! 👌

[@mrbadger9920]

Have you fitted a plank/brace under the 45° worktop joint to try to stop it shifting/warping as it dries out?

[@jakesadler9449]

A man of many talents 👊🏻 if you have any old scrap kashima stanchions kicking around, use them as cupboard handles 🤙🏻

[@cameronallan3771]

G'day from Australia Enjoying the build the dancing is priceless. As far as that right corner gos I think you should leave it as is. So when you need to have a bike or something like that up there you have the room.

[@seblizziethomas6244]

Love the safety glasses for all the jobsworths. Looks good Blake🤙

[@danielstusnick6011]

Blakes got some serious skills :-). Well done!

[@ShaneHarderPhoto]

Put sound panels on the ceiling to cut down the echo when filming. It would also be cool to see everything stained or painted.

[@Zimblake]

Shane Harder I was thinking of painting the units and varnishing the tops

[@Knipex_officel]

Please more of this

[@GrafRamolo]

Great job, as a person who made my workshop myself I really enjoy your work.

[@Zimblake]

olomarfarg thanks dude. Glad you enjoyed it

[@adamramsay3781]

Great job. Make sure you get proper lighting. Especially over the bench, it’s a game changer

[@Magister899]

That all looks amazing! Soft-close sliders and hinges are the way to go man... Whenever i build any drawers or doors i'm sure as hell going to use them!. :D

[@racer89gt]

Love the work! Lighting is always important- good for working and good for videos as well

[@TheGrayshon]

Looks spot on, depending on your door knobs you might have to have the corner cupboards opening the other way round so they don't hit each other.

[@adventuresinsimland4626]

8:31 That laugh just makes you wanna build shit. Cheers Blake, these are class.

[@DDrawer66]

Beautiful flush cabinet doors.

[@j_roache_doherty]

Really buzzing to see the finished product dude. I think a tool board were you said is good but in the right corner like a wheel truing stand. Would be 👌 Matte Black paint job on the wood too would be nice.

[@ddsgardening7437]

Thanks again Blake for great show u always make me smile keep it up you're the man!!🙏

[@paavojunkkila7682]

"Hi my name is Blake Samson and Im going to build a pimp ass bike cave"😂

[@chelarestelar]

Pimp my cave