Straight Edge Clamp Guides | A Low Cost High Value Accessory

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[@cady.moriarty]

This is exactly the product and video I've been waiting for before investing more into my work. This will make a world of difference for me, really appreciate your honesty!

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[@jazzbamrah9162]

Hy mate I've started a woodworking workshop and selling small stuffs in Melbourne. Ur videos are really helpful. Thanks alot

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Very cool! Good luck with everything!

[@KD_designz]

I have had this clamp for years, its good to know there are attachments for the clamp guide, great video 👍

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Love Trend tools! Thanks for the comment.

[@thomasbrovarone7136]

Good video and advice. I bought a Kreg accu-cut straight edge guide. It wasn't as intuitive as one would think; matching your saw to the sled and then making that 1st cut to establish a 'kerf-like' line took some time and a couple of replacement strips. The Trend or Bora guides, even Kreg's good old fashion straight guide is much better. I'm in the market to replace my accu-cut so very timely. As for a video to show the use of the router jig ... many other wood working channels have sported their hand made version of this router jig and its uses so I'm 50-50 on whether you should make your own. I've attempted making home-made jigs, some better than others. Seeing this jig, I'd buy instead of make. A CNC machine is a lot more precise than me and this is a jig that needs precision. Aloha ... Tom

[@nataliefenelon4796]

Bloody brilliant!! I’m loving your channel, it never ceases to amaze me how obvious techniques are ONCE you’ve been shown 😵‍💫 Much cheaper, more easily moved and less daunting than my table saw.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks so much 😊

[@gefaber482]

My straight edge finally went kaput so I've been researching the Trend as well as the Bora. With the expandability the Trend system offers, it makes this a must have. Thanks to your unbiased and insightful info, I just purchased one for my shop. You always have such great, honest content. I would like to hear more about this. Thank you and keep it coming.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for the comment my friend, and thank you for supporting the channel!

[@mburke1211]

Great content as always. I would like to see more tips and techniques for using that jig, as well as tips for making sure you get square cuts with an edge guide. I have the Bora, and there is a learning curve, particularly when you’re not referencing factory edges.

[@_elevated_]

If you're on a a budget, I highly recommend a steel square beam as well. These tend to be pretty straight and run ~$25 where I'm at. Just add some clamps.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thank you for adding this info!

[@andrewhorne808]

I have a single trend straight edge clamp as shown in the video. I use it to cut doors to height, it's much quicker than using a planer or setting up the track saw. I use a battery circular saw with a fine trend blade and it's gives a great cut everytime

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I total forgot about that use... that does work great. Thanks for the comment!!

[@brendaking737]

Thank you for your professionalism. Easy to follow your instructions. Happily subscribed

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Thank you for reaching out. Sorry about that... I had an error in the video I wanted to fix. I'll put it back up soon.

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[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I appreciate that Joe!

[@robertdemers702]

Yes I would not mind seeing what more you can do with that guide. I have and use the same straight edge cutter you had for 20 years. I m terrible at cutting a straight line. The edge guide is a great tool.

[@gyanendraprasad6798]

Many thanks for the helpful hints. Just awesome. Stay blessed.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks a lot

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

I make setup guides for placing the straight edge in the correct position. It can be tricky to determine where to clamp the straight edge for the correct cut. Every brand and type of saw seems to be different and not an easy whole number. from blade to side of saw. Using 1/4" ply or hardboard I cut pieces with the saw to be used by placing the board against the straight edge then making the cut, (12" long is plenty). I then cut this guide piece halfway down the length. This gives 2 guides, (one for each end of the straight edge. These two pieces now can be placed on your cut marks and the straight edge pushed up to the guides. After clamping, remove the Spacer pieces that you made. Mark these for the saw used and keep them with the saw. You can make a set for each tool you use. For a router also mark what size bit you used.

[@ngarber]

I have that same Clamp 'N Tool guide. Probably bought it 30 years ago. Still has the price written on it, it was expensive at $35.

[@guillaumepare9651]

Good video. Would be cool to have an edge clamp review. Seems like nobody did that, which is surprising considering it's almost a must have tool even for very casual users, like you said. Something like the 5-10 most common and easy to find models. Because there might be other interesting products other than the Trend one (different budgets, other qualities, etc.). As an example, Trend is not distributed in Canada. Take care

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Great suggestion!

[@enterprise59]

Two years ago, we down sized, sold our home, and went full time RV. I had 8 of those "Tru Grip" edge clamps. HAD. Four of the 50 inch, 2 36 inch, and 2 at 24 inch. Sold them ALL ! Now, we own another house, and guess what.. yep, starting from SCRATCH!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Man, I feel you. About 12 years ago I sold almost everything... thought I was getting out of the business... nope, had to buy it all over again.

[@GennG]

I'm so glad to have found you (and I immediately subscribed)! I'm a very newbie and just purchased my first circular saw (but have yet to use it until I watch several of your videos). Sorry if this is a lame question or I shouldn't ask here (I don't use Instagram). Your link for the Trend straight edge clamp only has 24" or 36" options, but I think you may have been linking a 50" option. Amazon has a 100" one, but that seems way too big, cumbersome, and spendy for a first purchase. It would seem 50" makes the most sense if I'm trying to cut plywood, so is that what you'd suggest for a first purchase?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes, I would recommend getting the 50". Thanks for the sub, and you can ask as many questions as you like... the more the better. :)

[@robertguenther7774]

Just discovered your content. Very helpful, thanks!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Welcome! Let me know when you have questions.

[@r.m.2301]

great video, and yes it might be nice to do a video more in-depth into the product.

[@tedpuckett2779]

Always enjoy the vids. A quick internet check also learned these , less the accessories, appear to be less expensive than the Bora I’ve been contemplating. Also the Bora isn’t expandable. Thank you

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for the comment Ted!

[@PeterSodhi]

My 8ft Kreg guide is amaIng

[@aaudain1]

Great idea 💡 👍 👏 👌 😀

[@grat2010]

Bummer, just bought another brand of clamp guide but still interested in seeing more about the router jig with this one.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for the comment!

[@MegaKane84]

I'd like to know more on that newer guide 👍

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Ok, thanks!

[@taqveem]

If only I knew about these tool beforehand, I've been cutting not so straight cuts with a circular saw, no more!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Great tool... game changer for sure!

[@mykyaniteam2957]

I need to cut the bottom of my exterior front door but also plan to do some routing. I just saw that they have on the Trend-USA website a 50” clamp. Would that be a good all-purpose length to have?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes, that is the only one I have... perfect for everything!

[@mykyaniteam2957]

What are the start and stop guides you attached at the 2:54 mark? Is that also a Trend product and where can I pick those up? Also, are there any other Trend Tools add-ons that go well with the straight edge clamp?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes, those are also trend products, and you should be able to get those on their site. I also used these as well. Trend Pivot Clamps: amzn.to/3r0DN8P @@mykyaniteam2957

[@mykyaniteam2957]

I can’t find the start and stop pieces on their website. Does it have a name or part number?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Looks like they changed them. Here you go. amzn.to/3tKxcTK @@mykyaniteam2957

[@Micro_Trader]

I can't find it in Amazon, the link did not bring me to right product.

[@jackgiven2003]

Please make a full video for this router I will appreciate it

[@beauthesuperawesomemagical2808]

Imma just use a jigsaw and a straight edge for everything now 😂

[@bugwar5545]

Nice.

[@DrEnginerd1]

Can you use these to get rabbet or dado joints?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes

[@johnnyshinnichi1785]

"Today we are looking at two different brands". Erm, where was the other brand? Nice Ad for Trend.

[@jgrogg]

Very nice.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks buddy!

[@thetransformer6780]

Do they have an 8ft one? For cutting sheets of plywood long ways

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

www.trend-usa.com/u-vjs-cg-pro8-varijig-clamp-guide-pro-8-foot

[@joshuahasson9687]

Yeah make another video with the capabilities of this clamp guide

[@enriquetorres7176]

👍

[@henrysara7716]

Please bring it.

[@charlesviner1565]

👍

[@ben68442]

straight edge guides tend to bow sometimes