How to Build a Beautiful Cedar Strip Kayak with Kumiko Deck

My Limited Run 200 Kumiko Starter Kit: paskmakes.com/the-pask-makes-...
I was never sure whether I should make another kayak video but many of you asked for it, so here it is. There were a lot of requests for a kumiko deck design so I went for that too.
The video would've been with you a couple of weeks ago but as I was nearing the end of the project I got Covid which delayed thing a little.
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[@jc5c515]

It's not a kayak, it's a masterpiece

[@mumblbeebee6546]

“Both?” … “Both!”

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@avinashramroop1817]

Yup agreed 👍👏

[@kryptykomedy]

Agreed, in fact masterpiece is an understatement 🥰 😂.

[@allenseymour1895]

@@PaskMakes pppp

[@corinkayaker]

Normal human: “to make the Kumiko deck I fired up the CNC Router” Pask: “to make the kumiko deck I cut and laid out by hand 1.6 million little pieces of wood” Love your work mate this is the most beautiful think I ever saw!

[@marcelo403polo2]

normal people don't use cnc. period!!!!

[@randy-yk1yk]

​@@marcelo403polo2Thousands and thousands of normal people use CNC every day. Maybe a rethink on your attitude?

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much mate! It’s been a blast making both of the kayaks! 😊

[@corinkayaker]

@@PaskMakes and tomorrow they will be reunited on the water

[@multi_misa72]

😂, yup, guy's awesome to say the least.

[@KevinGenus]

Functional art. This is absolutely breath taking. Always wondered how people do it, now I know one way.

[@ra6378]

I watched it start to finish and still don't feel like I wasted time. I'm inspired.

[@linsen8890]

This is literally one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen in my life. It's an heirloom quality piece of fine furniture masquerading as a kayak. Incredible work. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@freddie201]

His whole channel is a gold mine, I’m honestly really glad one of his videos got recommended to me

[@andrewford80]

Everyone else has already said it better than I can, but this is seriously one of the most amazing pieces of craftmanship I've ever seen.

[@Alfahippie]

I don’t know how much a kayak like this would cost, but it’s a fair price. Amazing work.

[@deldridg]

For a kayak of this quality, you'd be looking at somewhere north of AUD$10k, perhaps closer to $15k.

[@SofaKingDumbSry]

​@deldridg double that price and you'd be getting close.

[@deldridg]

@@SofaKingDumbSry True - that makes sense. Not sure how big a market there is for such an article, but hopefully folks appreciate the staggering work that goes into making something so complex and beautiful. I'm a woodworker (hobbyist) and years ago made an Australian Red Cedar cot for my first-born. It had 88 hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, bookmatched panels etc. and was hand sanded to 2000, finished with coats of Danish Oil etc. In all modesty, it was (and still is) a stunning piece - at least by my standards. To have made it work out financially, I worked out I'd need to sell it for something close to $30k as well - which is why I still have it I suppose. 🙂 Hopefully in time, my son - now 13 - will appreciated the efforts I put into giving him a luxurious start to life!

[@Skibbityboo0580]

@@deldridg That is really cool, and inspiring!

[@deldridg]

@@Skibbityboo0580 Thank you - you are very kind. It was certainly a labour of love! Note - I just saw that I made a mistake with my son. He is 13, not 31 - so his kids may be a few years away (I hope!!). Cheers, Dave

[@bshagopian]

Holy cow man! I clicked on this just so I could see the technique for the inlays that you did and you have the patience of a true craftsman. Six whole days on just the Kumiko pattern is insane! Hats off to you sir.

[@BigTubz]

"I didn't have a piece of Camphor Laurel long enough, so I planted a new sapling and waited for nature to take its course before continuing with the project" You're not human Neil. Absolutely beautiful work as per usual. I'll never have the skill to create anything you do but it's a joy to see you create.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it James! 😊

[@dougsullivan9022]

James.......don't underestimate yourself. Admittedly, this is a high skill level project but Neil didn't start of doing projects this difficult and even with this one, he got help. Start modest and build your skills.

[@budwoodman1716]

Without a doubt, one of the most incredibly beautiful builds you have ever completed !!! Your skills are absolutely outstanding and NOBODY who sees the final results will believe this is your first attempt at building a canoe. You are a master builder in my opinion.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Bud, it was a fun project. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@ericjohn3664]

Another gorgeous project, Neil. Your patience and attention to detail always impresses me. Thanks.

[@ricktimmons458]

I am ashamed to call myself a woodworker. The Artistry of your work is outstanding.

[@OctavMandru]

Half way the video I was thinking "this is the most beautiful thing I have seen". Then you started laying the Kumiko... Honestly, what you did there is God level.

[@frankkuchenbecker]

Sometimes "most incredible" is not a click bait ! Well done, Sir!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Frank! I was unsure about wording it that way. 😊

[@MichaelVivian]

Agreed. Title is apt. I'm used to watching videos like "Boy makes amazing canoe in surprising and very new way" and I'm always disappointed.

[@larrybud]

No, in this case, it's a complete understatement!

[@ravenyangwenda368]

Wow you're crazy buddy. Those thin strips of veneer shavings plus ironing and applying glue on each of them? Speechless dude your patience is on another level

[@casinoroyal93]

Jeebus that took A LOT of work. Truly a great piece of art

[@aeynosarturii8053]

Neil Paskin is the purest form of craftsman I can imagine. Talent, vision, creativity, and persistence. Your videos are always interesting, and your work shines like no other. I especially like whenyou point out areas that didn't go as planned, or how you fix things. I should add, it isnot only woodworkers and artisans who will praise this work. I'd bet a damn fine amount that any kayakers you encounter are going to go nuts when they see that beautiful boat, and then you can tell them that you builts it.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@SpencerIsAFunnyOnion]

It is the epitome of the full old quote, often used to denigrate when it should be to exalt; "A jack of all trades and a master of none, is almost always better than a master of one" Neil clearly takes the time and effort to learn and apply the correct combination of skills, techniques, and materials that are peculiar to a myriad of disciplines and utilise them to fulfil his projects. Anyone can master one thing with enough practice, it takes a special kind of person to put that amount of effort into becoming proficient enough at lots of things.

[@Garryck-1]

@@SpencerIsAFunnyOnion - I had no idea there was more to the quote... *many* thanks for teaching me something new! As a "jack of all trades" myself, I look forward to being able to use the full quote!

[@andrewFull]

I love that technique of gluing and then ironing on the kumiko veneer.

[@kylemilford8758]

I've occasionally built things with fiberglass. Usually 5+ layers. Never would have imagined a single layer would be completely transparent! This is beautiful

[@jpdemer5]

You probably need just the right epoxy, to match the refractive index of the glass. When you do, the results are indistinguishable from magic.

[@towerdave4836]

A masterpiece. The attention to detail is stunning. I’m in total awe of what you’ve achieved.

[@NickCerione]

Amazing! The amount of patience you have with these projects is astounding. Love the show!

[@BogdanWeiss]

Indeed ! But it's not patience, it's a shitload of hard work & dedication :-)

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it Nick! 😊

[@mustii22]

Man this is totally insane, the amount of detail and precision you made this with is incredible, it’s like watching a jeweller or watch maker, well done sir, that was 45 mins of enjoyment

[@corporalcrimson3295]

I just accidentally watched 46 minutes of incredible craftsmanship. 😳 Woops not sorry. Well done sir this brilliant!

[@torbjornahman]

That's a stunning boat! Lovely work.

[@corinkayaker]

Hey man great to see you on here! Corin Urquhart

[@-NGC-6302-]

Lovely work describes both of your channels. Inspiring indeed.

[@connorhenen9476]

i wolle like go see you blacksmithing one

[@robertdobe8984]

I have never watched a full build from start to finish of anything on KZbin before. This had me absolutely enthralled throughout the process! What an incredibly beautiful piece of bespoke craftsmanship. I am in awe!

[@rossthomas7425]

It's not the full build, there are about 200 things he is doing off camera. Some of them easy with enough knowledge, Most of them hard even with knowledge, and all of them meticulously boring to watch. This kayak is the culmination of hundreds of hours of work thousands of hours of knowledge and thousands of dollars worth of tools.

[@katherinesmith8873]

I've seen a few hundred builds on youtube, but this one was particularly special.

[@anythingoutdoors783]

Robert I totally agree absolute masterclass i have built an open canoe but this is certainly an eye opener

[@Huttify]

This is one of those videos where one like isn't enough. Well done!

[@CreepyChappy]

It’s absolutely beautiful

[@georgeerasmus7051]

Man this guy teaches me so much about patience, persistence and positive attitude. Makes a mistake, no stress re makes the part or restarts. Patience in taking is slow and steady like the kumiko in this project. I’m typically in a rush to try get the project done as quick as possible and then get so upset when i make a mistake that some projects never get completed. Keep it up mr Pask. Teaching us more that just woodworking.

[@Andy_XT]

This is a masterpiece! Amazing! We, mere mortals, can only dream of being this good. Sometimes you show some projects that we can try in our workshops, but this another level. This is like a documentary. Pure joy watching it. Congratulations and thank you, Neal.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it Andy! 😊

[@azpcox]

I would love a calendar in the shot so we get to fully appreciate the weeks and months this artwork took to create. And I love the overlay in-lay technique! That really made this kayak so beautiful, I didn’t even want it to get wet. But it’s a kayak first. Artwork, close second.

[@artfx9]

It looks like something that goes into a 100 million yacht for leisure paddling time (but never actually gets used). Crazy quality craft!

[@vandelftcrafts2958]

The patience to do the kumiko artwork is just on another level. really nicely done!

[@brenttaylor6395]

Agreed! Your love for the art is self-evident. Kudos my man!

[@dougggiereid]

Neil you have outdone yourself. I have been watching all your videos in awe. I will never be able to make anything you have done, but watch them anyway because they are so damn entertaining and informative. But this video reached a new level. Your hand veneered Kumiko was absolutely mind bending. I feel so privileged to have witnessed such a masterpiece in the making. That must be the coolest kayak ever made. In fact the coolest anything ever made. Wow. Just WOW!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Doug! Glad you enjoyed it he video!

[@ikmalomar2874]

It belongs in a museum! Fantastic build

[@troykinnison4575]

There is no way i would have waited till next day to put it in the water. You sir are a man of will power

[@ohhpaul7364]

That is just a beautiful, heirloom quality boat you have made. Thank you for taking the time to include us during an already arduous build.

[@lizday8140]

That's truly a work of art. I used to watch my dad repair and refinish bass boats when I was just a young girl in the 1970's. He used vinyl pinstriping to make his own professional-looking designs beneath fiberglass finishes. I would always help at the end by polishing all the brass fittings on the live wells and rails, etc. Good times!

[@PaskMakes]

They really do sound like awesome times Liz! Thanks very much! 😊

[@mattsadventureswithart5764]

That sounds like a wonderful memory.

[@jasmijnariel]

Sorry but this kayak should be in a museum, not in a lake. This is just mindblowingly gorgeous🥰❤️

[@harrisric128]

This right here is absolutely amazing friend. MasterCraft work right here

[@dangeloyoungkin1506]

I really just sat here for 46 minutes and watched this man make a beautiful kayak. I don't regret a thing, actually inspiring.

[@steveanna4550]

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[@steveanna4550]

; Lolo kko;;kkk; pool k Lolo lo; lolol ko lookup k;k k;

[@marksworkshop8724]

This is amazing! Thank you for taking the time to share the whole process with us...I know it is a huge undertaking to film and edit such a project, and being able to follow along and appreciate your artistry is a privilege.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Mark! It really is a huge amount of work but all these positive comments make it worth it. 😊

[@meeDamian]

This is the most insane woodwork I've seen on this platform, and I've seen A LOT!

[@waldogtv5486]

That Kayak is gorgeous... !!!!! Amazing work from a master craftsman!!!! :D

[@NickSchade]

The kumiko is fantastic. It’s great to see some of your different approaches to tasks

[@PaskMakes]

I know I mentioned it in the video but I want to thank you again for all your help. It was special project which couldn’t have been done without your guidance. 😊

[@NickSchade]

@@PaskMakes thank you for the shout out, and for representing the design in such an extraordinary manner

[@NTRprojects]

I am absolutely thrilled with this project. What an outstanding job: excellent craftsmanship, incredibly sophisticated, creative design, actually usable end product. On top the video was very informative. Overall this project was educational and inspiring. Thank you very much!

[@louisschorpp]

Well done. The verneer part is just crazy. The cherry on the cake.

[@KostasAlbanidis]

Your *dedication* and *patient* are out of this world! Are you sure you are ...human?

[@toons2676]

Absolutely amazing, I'm always impressed with people like Neil who are so creative and share their skills on KZbin, love watching

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@EliotChildress]

This absolutely blew my mind. I can’t imagine how tedious that kimiko must’ve been. Also it was brilliant to make it as in iron on veneer. I love it.

[@robertmurray2843]

the patience of this guy is next level omg

[@kpapi4355]

One of the most majestic things build I've ever seen

[@IanSmithKSP]

What a cool job you have now Neil. I hope you’re still enjoying it. It’s been a few years since I started watching you, and it’s fun to see how much your channel has grown. I can’t think of a more deserving KZbinr for your success. You clearly put so much effort into your projects and your videos and I’m glad to see it pay off.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Ian! Glad you’re still enjoying the videos. 😊

[@lynxg4641]

Damn Dude, that is absolutely amazing, the Kumiko pattern really takes it to that next level. Would be curious if you have an idea of how long it actually took you to get the whole thing done, but either way, despite how long it took, you'll have that beauty for years and years to enjoy, well worth all the effort.

[@PaskMakes]

It really is a fair amount of work and difficult to put a time to, but a fun project though. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@carlosnunez9154]

I would be afraid of putting that on the water. That belongs in an art exhibition. Masterpiece.

[@beenstork]

I barely have enough patience to sit through this whole video.... I can't imagine how much patience it takes to do all that work.... You have a very special talent

[@LucillenRory]

Its absolutely beautiful. All those tiny pieces of wood to be glued, amazing.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@sleepyjesus7265]

I've always thought that kayaks are a bit boring, tedious and a kind of a cliche DIY project. But this is something else. What an absolute beauty of a kayak with the kumiko and all.

[@ghetinknotabush8602]

You are off the chain! Immaculate craftmanship every inch of the way! I am surprised you ride the kayak because it is truly a collector item...

[@sterlingfordham7534]

Thankfully craftsman like this still exist.

[@jondrud3742]

I literally caught my jaw dropping ALOT of times during this one! Absolutely beautiful! Thank you

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@uKoalele]

Never seen anything like this before, what a beautiful kayak!

[@oni-one574]

Don't even know why I am here other than to say this is beautiful! Wish I lived in an area that was pleasant to kayak in.

[@danielskaska]

work of art and kayak at the same time

[@jaromir_kovar]

Neil, I'm speechless. Thank you for sharing this with us. This is so far the most beautiful and I'd say the most difficult thing of beauty you have created. Some special few are achieving your master level after making countless attempts over the years of their lives. You seem to produce highest level creations one after another. You truly are the master craftsman! Also, I burst into a joyful grin when all was done and you took it to the lake :o)

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Jaromir! It was pretty special project and a lot of fun. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@nilssieper6648]

My God this looks so good. It is truly amazing to look at. It looks so good in fact, that most people would not even take it in the water. Man ... what a beautiful Piece of work! I would love to make my own one day!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Nils! It really was a fabulous project and I’d recommend it if you have any interest. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@denno021]

I watch a lot of woodworking on KZbin, and almost all the time I'm thinking, "Yeah, I could do this". Watching this video, however, "this is so far beyond me". Thanks for sharing, I thoroughly enjoyed watching every step

[@perseus9428]

Wow.. Just Wow. It's a floating Persian Carpet. Unbelievable detail and, genuinely, a work of art.

[@chriscollins4375]

That was one of the most amazing pieces of craft. Thank you…. Stunning

[@johnking3863]

Stunning, this is a project that’s been on my bucket list for years, one day I’ll get round to it ;)

[@Tigrt6150]

The lessons packed into this one video are hard to find on entire woodworking courses. Leonardo DaVinci of Kayaks!!! What a piece of art!!!

[@Brucenator100]

You were terrific --- Brings back fond memories of Tornado Catamarans --- Excellent Job -- BRAVO...

[@hkstrongside]

One of the most beautiful projects I have seen completed. An absolute masterpiece. Well done!

[@stumpertsailing3831]

Its more a work of ART than a boat, just excellent ; very well done

[@thedrainjunkie5654]

Absolutely gorgeous! Told the Mrs '"I'm building one of these!!!" Incredible craftsmanship with just a handful of tools.

[@TwoStageTrigger]

That looks like a fun project. I can smell every step. The cedar and the fiberglass resin.

[@rfinsl]

just stumbled on this build. truly beautiful!! congrats!!!!

[@rileyasmrkitchen3859]

Absolutely beautiful. You're a huge inspiration for me Pask and I can only hope to have projects like this of my own. Thank you for putting so much time and effort into sharing your craft.

[@andreasschmid9292]

I admire you not only for your tremendous skills, but also for your infinite patience

[@mndlessdrwer]

It may be the singular most beautiful kayak I've ever seen.

[@BSmithPPG]

Just…. Wow…. Incredible!!!! Beautiful piece and such patience. Well done!

[@mattwilcoxuk]

Absolutely beautiful. I can't imagine having the patience, let alone skill, or time, or money to make something like this. Brilliant work.

[@theoriginalmonstermaker]

Watching things like this are one of the rare reassurances in humanity i receive... the amount of knowledge, skill, patience and MOST critical, INTEREST in learning and excelling is such an amazing and inspiring quality of the best of us.

[@JMJR07]

I didn’t know human beings were capable of making something so beautiful. Outstanding!

[@Tommy-Tom-Tom]

That kumiko deck combined with the rest of your stellar craftsmanship makes this hand-down the most beautiful kayak I've ever seen. Great job man!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Thomas! 😊

[@bjornsvalling1066]

What an incredible work! It has to be the most beautiful kayak I have ever seen! 👍

[@JoeAmericanLiberty]

Wow! Probably the finest thing I've ever seen a man make.

[@diafasshat]

1 week to apply the design... for someone who knows what they are doing... for the rest of us that'd turn into a month that's a crazy amount of attention to detail... and it looks NICE 👍

[@supermonkee48]

I can't imagine the amount of patience and dedication it took to complete the Kumiko pattern on the deck. I looks absolutely gorgeous, and was definitely worth the effort.

[@carolinefreeman4546]

Incredible and beautiful as always! You never disappoint. Thanks for sharing the whole process and especially for letting us see the maiden voyage. I hope you have many happy hours on the water (but it almost looks too good to be used!)

[@michaeldaruwalla8717]

You sir are not a boat builder...................but a true artist !

[@Gunzee]

Good lord that's beautiful & so much time, effort and attention to detail. No idea how you did this. Anything tedious, soldering for example, I begin to sweat and get frustrated. Your patience is just inspiring.

[@Wayne_Smith]

You're not a kayak builder, you're a kayak luthier. Next level project, thanks for sharing this. The geometry and aesthetics are perfect. What to even say...

[@marcusaurelius6607]

I hate kayaking. But this .. made me want to try it all again. Deepest respect for your mastery and attention to detail.

[@BEEHAPPY1965]

its a pleasure to watch a craftsman create a work of art

[@tauanthonymatapere6995]

Masterpiece is an understatement

[@BryanBowser]

Fantastic build! The deck is mesmerizing. I would guess that the extra resin in between the strips adds a bit of weight to the boat but it's worth it - it looks amazing.

[@aserta]

For veneering stuff, you should get (second hand) one of those high end irons that are about 7 cm long. They're small enough that you can use them for stuff like this without messing up the other work you're doing, and the platen part of the machine is a solid piece of stainless (unlike normal irons where it's a sheet that's bent around the core), which allows you to custom shape the nose. source: I've seen a few wood workers do this.

[@nickd5943]

aserta, I think your talking about finishing irons used in model aircraft building. The larger ones head ( part that gets hot ) is about 2” or 50 mm by 3 1/2” or 80 mm and shaped similar to a clothes iron. Also one can put a cloth sock made just for the iron to give it a soft non-marring face/surface. The other is a trim iron, looks like a soldering iron except the tip. The tip looks like an mini cloths iron about 1/4 “ or 8mm by 1” or 25mm long. Both of them get hotter than a cloths iron and both are adjustable for the desired heat setting.

[@PaskMakes]

A supporter on Patreon told me about them as I started the kumiko. I looked but couldn’t find one locally. It would’ve been perfect though. 😊

[@holysmoker420]

It's way easier to just buy one from Amazon. I'm just kidding, this man is a true craftsman, probably one of the last. And I bet that the boat we just seen built will be amongst the last few built that way. Again, it's way easier to buy one, or print one. But that kayak is truly beautiful and far more appreciated than any store bought one. Bravo, sir.

[@howardrait6725]

Ive spent over 50 years building surfboards... Even deapsea fibreglass fish for NZ Nation Museum and i was entranced by the amount of work and the artistry of what you have done . If i had made that i think id be tsking it to bed with me. Congratulations on your skill, artistry and presiverance Cheers, Howard Rait

[@JonasRabbe]

That’s an absolutely amazing piece of art. As a kayaker and woodworker, I’m envious, and have gotten curious, but I don’t know that I have the patience to pull off this kind of project. Well done for sure.