What happened to the tractor shed, and moving -- again!

Tendonitis problems in both arms made me give up on finishing the tractor shed, and on the rural property all together. So we will be moving again, to Fredericton. The tractor shed is taken.
More details at: woodgears.ca/mi...
My other (second) channel
/ @matthiasrandomstuff2221
Other channels I mentioned:
/ darbinorvar
/ mikeandlaurentv

[@MattHeere]

Best wishes to you Matthias. FWIW, the Raspberry PI is an endless set of project possibilities that require no lifting and your content on the subject is quite good.

[@MrScotttraynor]

could also do it with PIC controllers too

[@RachelSchell]

I'm interested in Raspberry PI stuff! +1

[@RambozoClown]

Raspberry Pi controlled Pantorouter! No templates needed.

[@srmofoable]

Rambozo Clown very interesting idea but i think at that point is just a horizontal mill. However it would be fun to watch someone go down that rabbit hole. CNC routers are all the rage these days so it would cool to see a different take

[@itsmaxlim]

You could also team up with others for Raspberry PI projects.

[@benm8503]

Your health is more important than my entertainment, swift healing! We will still be here!

[@benm8503]

you think I watch that crap? can't help but be reminded of that scene from Django unchained where the slaves are beating each other

[@arduinoversusevil2025]

Freddy Beach! Big Fish meet little pond...

[@peter_kelly]

He missed the Ribfest :(

[@ionymous6733]

Gentlemennnnn!

[@willbembridge1081]

Lol - welcome to NB, AvE must have spent some time in Freddy to know the nickname :-)

[@arduinoversusevil2025]

Will Bembridge Ha! I got arrested at one of them bars downtown. I went back a decade ago, no sooner had I ordered a drink, the manager told me to get out. Made an impression, apparently. >.

[@ursamajor26]

Given what I did over the years and never got 'barred' anywhere, that's impressive :)

[@tonybaggett1984]

Mathis you’re someone to really look up to. You make big logical life discussion with full confidence. Reminds me of a person from the greatest generation. You don’t complain about things or your injuries you just keep going.

[@reynaldovalle1773]

Hope you get well soon good luck on the move and on the new property I wish you the best

[@petercollin5670]

Check your pride at the door and hire movers, my friend! Best of luck to you and Rachel.

[@damonsmith7297]

I would be screaming to hang on to 1.4 million subs. I've enjoyed for a couple years now. Thanks for the education, the share of your time and view of your world. We all make decisions in our lives that steer us. I wish you the best in this turn with your family. Hope you and your father in law are well soon.

[@dobrovik]

Matthias, you've given us all so much - if you need a big break to be a dad, go do that, man. You've given us 100x our fair share. Thanks and take it easy, you've earned it!

[@drapakdave]

Heal well, Matthias! You have been a source of inspiration for years. Selfishly, I would like you to continue for many years more. So take your time and heal nicely. Besides - you have more than earned a break.

[@fynbo1007]

Sorry hear about your arm, and you had to move again. God bless you and your family

[@stla9805]

I like to join my brother Carsten - whenever god closes one door he WILL open another one. Be patient and look out to see what he plans to give you instead of beeing able to lift things and do great woodworking. You are are really gifted teacher by the way! I really loved to take you classes over the last 4..5 years!

[@chris3m98]

1st all THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR PAST VIDEOS!!!! Good luck with your next move. Most of all my prayers for your health to return to normal. As a 86 year old person your work would that me back when I could work in my wood shop. Blessings to you & your family, THANK YOU!

[@charlesjackson516]

I don't have a preference for what kinds of videos you produce, just so long as I get to watch them. Take care of your arms, and keep up the good work. I appreciate all that you do for us KZbin consumers.

[@MikeAndLaurenTV]

Thanks for the shout out! A much-needed "kick in the butt" to get back into making regular videos. Big changes coming up for us as well ;)

[@TheVirindi]

When he mentioned you guys, I was like "oh they're gone, so sad". Glad to see that you haven't dropped off the face of the Earth :)

[@adamonline45]

Yeah, get with it :D I want to see more of your videos :)

[@PeteBarta]

I was happy to see the shout out for you too. You two are my heroes

[@arendjanmulder330]

Mike and Lau o

[@dandesjardins937]

I hope Rachel's dad is doing ok. Thanks for the update. Your small projects can be just as interesting. Not everything needs to be a big project.

[@glenbengtson4607]

THANKS for sharing. I've had tendonitis issues in my arms, on and off for over 30 years now. I learned that it is treatable but only when I do exactly what the doctors tell me. And yes, it does take time to heal. Give it time and direct your attention in a new direction. Your work ethic, drive and smarts will carry you and your family quite nicely. Thanks also for all your videos over the years. Glen in Minnesota

[@kizbo]

Hi Matthias, I'd just like to let you know that I really admire what you do, especially your willingness to share your knowledge, creativity, and humour with all of us. Watching your videos has gotten me into the habit of looking at problems from an engineering perspective, as well as thinking about things more creatively in general. Thank you so much for all you've done. I'm looking forward to your future videos, and I wish you and your family all the best! -C. from Massachusetts

[@kaycox5555]

Wishing you the best....when I had tendonitis, I was told that just standing in the shower and allowing hot water to stream down on the arm/shoulder, then making fingers walk up and down the shower helps. Believe it or not, it does help. Moves are happy - once done, ha!

[@Jeffhuebner]

"Maybe I don't need 5 table saws" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Best wishes with the move and healing. Please keep all the videos on this channel.

[@jojomoman]

I have been watching your channel for years and I intend to continue watching for years to come! Take it easy and heal up, and I'll keep watching whatever you post!

[@jcortizenterprises]

Hey Matthias. My son (11) and I love your videos and we wish you and you family the best. Take care of your health. Love from Atlanta USA

[@DavidStanton]

I will keep watching Matthias. I love human nature stories as well.

[@hypnolobster]

Any content you make, I would be happy to watch. I hope all goes well with the move and your tendonitis.

[@BigRock804]

Welcome to the club of old Age. I was not able to even walk to the shop for 9 months and now for only about 4 hours a day. I am not complaining because I am back in the shop and able to build projects and I am happy. I hope you get better, so you can have fun in your shop.

[@paulodeoliveira3368]

Matthias you (and several other YT) encouraged me to get back to my love of woodworking. I pray you heal up fast, but your varying expertise (raspberry Pi, etc) is also project I'd love to learn from you.

[@JustinY.]

Best of luck with your move!

[@QuippersUnited]

Okay, I seem to see your comments on like... everything I watch. Including Mandelbrot sets, 80s Japanese pop music, I'm pretty sure some knife making shit, and probably some anti-SJW channels or something, because you comment on about half the channels I'm subscribed to. Who are you, and can I borrow your time machine so I can be everywhere at once, too?

[@Justin-ou6gq]

Justin Y. Oh god please not here

[@TheMetalButcher]

That face when someone had more subs than I ever will and has 0 videos.

[@Cheese_1337]

Justin, you are ......Everywhere! :D

[@ThumpertTheFascistCottontail]

click farmer

[@nicolle2126]

So....wooden cyborg arm build next? All kidding aside I really do wish you all the best with your recovery and your family's health. And best of luck with your move!

[@chrispritchard8866]

Matthias, I don't know if you read the comments section. But I've been a subscriber for a good long while. Anyho, years of weight lifting and motorcycle riding landed me in some tendonitis pain. I did therapy, massage, talked about surgery. And when I was about to give up, a college yoga class landed at my feet. I don't know why or how but it completely vanquished my tendinitis... Food for thought! Good luck!

[@object77b81]

You bring so much value to so many people wiith your projects and your videos. PLEASE take care of your self. Your to precious!! :)

[@ga5743]

Sorry to learn of your health issues Matthias, no fun, been there done that. Best wishes with your move, and hope you can get lots of help. Always enjoy hearing from you. You were one of my first followings on KZbin, totally enjoy watching your skills.

[@Roganberg]

Thanks for sharing. Maybe you can find/recruit some nice people who will help you pack and lift a bunch of stuff in exchange for a bandsaw or other power tool...? Sort of a two birds with one stone situation. Here's hoping everything goes smoothly and your tendinitis gives you a break!

[@ryanc5054]

I live just outside of Ottawa and would gladly help you with this been a fan for a few years now.

[@darkdelta]

Maybe folks on both end of the move?

[@danielwilliam9018]

Always the epitome of an engineer. Amazing the way you approach problems-from cutting a piece of wood to relocating your family. Thank you for all you have shared.

[@jessjulian9458]

Sorry about your injuries. But please don't stop making woodworking videos and the other things that you get into from time to time. I've enjoyed all of them. And, I plan to watch whatever you're videoing and putting out. Thank you so much for sharing your talents.

[@82camino96]

Dang Matt. I’m sorry to hear that. I know how that feels, it’s awful. I got it in my left elbow/bicep about 15 months ago and I stopped using it for like 6 months. I thought it was better but when I got busy earlier this year, I realized it never went away. Feels like it will never get better and I can’t really even play golf. Good luck man, sucks you have to move.

[@SuperYtviewer]

Life is change...hope this change makes you and your family healthier, closer, and satisfied with your future. God Bless. - Annie

[@CTmoog]

I just injured my back last week working on a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia project video. I'm hoping to get back on it soon. You take for granted you mobility until it's compromised and then you realize how precious it is. Take care and wishing you all the best.

[@pools2]

So sorry to hear about your problems! I´ve been following you're videos for years now. And you are my favorite "woodworker". I sincerely hope you're wife and you're arm get better, and I which you and you're family all the best in the feature. Thanks again for all of you're videos!

[@69virgin1966]

Good luck with your move. I hope that your arm gets better soon. Thanks for sharing and God bless

[@MarionMakarewicz]

I am happy for you but what a major change. Your outlook on life and work ethic is so amazing. Your choice reflects some great values. Selfishly I want you to continue as before. But man, what a bite with the tendinitis. Has to be challenging. Take care of yourself. Good luck in the move and prayers for father-in-law.

[@debramcknight]

We wondered where you went! So sorry to hear of your troubles. Take care of yourself. Thank you for all the confidence you have given me through your build videos to try things myself!

[@Wobwill]

Dear Matthias, really enjoy your videos, and thinking of you and your family. Please take all the time you need to recover. All the very best, Will

[@Yonatan24]

How about making more electronics/workshop physics videos that don't require lifting in the meantime, _to halt our Wandel-less withdrawl?!_

[@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738]

Take the time you need Matthias, Hire a mover it is worth it for your health. From Elliot Lake Ontario Canada.

[@freewave04]

Best wishes, feel better, take care of yourself and your family. We all love you and how much of yourself you give to us.

[@tsstn]

So sorry to hear you have cronic tendonitis pain. It is tough thing to reconcile your dreams and plans with reality in such a circumstance. And yet, it is completely necessary to do so. A good friend once told me that stress was simply a resistance to your reality. I wish for you to have a stress free move and adjustment to your new shop and home. And I look forward to anything that you share here. You are a friendly face in my house, we all enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@Lutzboater]

My best to you and your family on the next life adventure for the Wandel crew.

[@schm4704]

Das klingt tatsächlich wie ein Abenteuer. Viel Glück dabei!

[@braniganmj]

Thanks for sharing, best of luck moving forward and believe me simplification and consolidation are both admirable and essential

[@dakotamax2]

I would have been heartbroken if I finally had a big shop and had to leave it behind. Your approach is so logical and rational. I would have kept the shop, built a bridge crane to hoist everything around and lived in agony. I understand there are other reasons for the move as well. Good luck Matthias, I will be watching the journey.

[@francisbarnett]

Get well soon

[@JamesBiggar]

Been from one coast to the other, ended up settling back home in NB, ~15-20 min away from Freddy. People seem to have a hard time with driving, especially through the new two lane traffic circle (so beware lol). But for the most part it's pretty nice here. I think you'll enjoy it. Have a safe move!!

[@SandyWalsh]

James and Matthais in the same area ... watch out KZbin!!

[@peterconstant3762]

Matthias so sorry to hear of your tendonitis problem, have spent many hours watching your videos you havea rare talent. Do hope everything goes smoothly with the move and wish you and your father in law a speedy recovery, and look forward to more videos some way down the line. Best wishes Pete. UK.

[@R925Brian]

Matthias, keep posting on this channel! Anytime you are problem solving you inspire!

[@foulukun]

Good luck moving and yout arms.

[@darbinorvar]

Are you going to be including any of this selling / buying process in a future vlog? Because I find it interesting watching vlogs too... 😉

[@uptish1]

Wish you all the best for your health, moving and life!! Your contribution is outstanding, sir!!!

[@jesperjohannesen1696]

Love your honesty Mathias. And your videos, no matter the content.

[@Traderjoe]

Matthias, get a Rolflex Pro. Use it to squeeze massage your forearms. Magic, the tendinitis goes away. Also look up cupital tunnel syndrome. Not carpel, but cupital. It’s like carpel tunnel, but the affected nerve runs right through your elbow and there’s a video of a guy on here, I’ll send a link, and it is an amazing quick fix

[@zolatanaffa87]

I hope you get back completely soon, and it does not matter that you do video with gigantic structures that's fine whatever you want to do, I remember with pleasure the two videos with the mousetrap and the labyrinth with peanut butter, they were very interesting . Hello and have a good life, you and your family! i hope see you soon!

[@RonFarberNewman]

Best wishes to you Matthias - please do go easy on yourself so that it can heal properly. Thanks for all that you do!

[@matejzatko2085]

Such a big life change, I respect you for handling it so well

[@DenmarkRadar]

I wish you a fast and full recovery.

[@sapelesteve]

Congrats on the new home purchase & best of luck! Looking forward to seeing how things progress with the move.

[@daviddevillers6790]

oh my goodness! take care of your arms and family! the new location looks like a great spot. keep us up-to-date but take care of yourself! your archive of videos will keeps us busy! peace!

[@nancyrfrinemonsreal]

Matthias, you'll be miss! I hope you get better soon cause you are one of my favorites to watched..

[@quintendewit3220]

Hope the move goes smooth Greats from belgium

[@jarbuthn]

Indeed! Good wishes from elsewhere in Canada too (Calgary)!!

[@hydrusje]

Belgium represent! Subbed on the second channel, don't want to mis the first steps on unseen territory ;)

[@dakel20]

Glad to hear from you again, best of luck with your move! You're really heading way out there, but Fredericton seems pretty nice. Do whatever videos you feel like, raspberry pi is a pretty great thing that would be fun to do.

[@timloer5419]

Sorry about your injuries, and hope you heal quickly. Your videos are some of my favorites!

[@andrewekstrom4439]

Hope you get well soon and looking forward to to seeing your future videos. I will miss your project videos but I understand and respect that you and your family come first. Thank you for all you have tought us and shared. Best wishes!

[@lectrosonicstech]

Best of luck and God bless.

[@awldune]

Very difficult to avoid heavy lifting when you have a toddler (or two!) Good luck

[@xl000]

why ?

[@awldune]

Picking up a toddler is heavy lifting, and more or less unavoidable at times.

[@decwow]

.....toddlers are not heavy.

[@SKIND-SMOKEWAGON]

+1 on this. Doctors told me I couldn't (shouldn't) lift my newborn son for the first 2 months, after he was born, due to a minor back injury. He only weighed 7lbs but the doctor insisted any extra weight can easily cause further damage. Also, it's not so much the weight that is the problem, but that the weight is moving constantly. It's one thing to lift a dead weight of 20 pounds. It's another to lift a constantly moving, wiggling, and kicking weight of 20 pounds.

[@chrisis9030]

+ decwow .....I'll bet you have no kids of your own.

[@stephanjansengmail7970]

Good luck with your arm Matthias. I'm sorry to hear you have to leave your perfect workshop. But am happy to see you so positive about moving. Much luck for you and your family.

[@Netsend-Norway]

I have had very strong pain in my back for 2 years now. So I understand what you mean. I have been in my workshop all this time and just looked at my tool. Hope you get well soon and good luck to you and your family. Greetings from Norway

[@MakeSomething]

Congrats and get better!

[@tom95521]

Wow. That's like a musician who loses their hearing or an artist who loses their sight. Bummer. Hope you recover.

[@TheArchangelRaziel]

Tom Mendenhall Errmm.... a musician is an artist... just sayin... :)

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

Stefan Razvan Anghel ... so?

[@andythebritton]

Best wishes, Matthias. Your videos have inspired me to be more creative and I can't thank you enough. Good luck with the move, and whatever comes next.

[@russdrummond7292]

Sorry to hear of your difficulties. Thanks for all your content in the past. Hope things turn out for the best.

[@Alexander84129]

Now you can troll John full time!!

[@jimintaos]

For what it's worth. I am a great believer in a combo of Arnica Gel and elastic supports. Not an overnight fixit but it has worked for me. I also add in gentle exercise with light weights and therapeutic movement designed to gently stretch and strengthen. I have also found that cutting out all sugars and processed grains helps with reducing the inflammation.

[@atstfi]

Hi Matthias, I've been watching and enjoying your videos for quite awhile now and wish you all the best with your recovery. Having been an acupuncturist for over 35 years I can highly recommend you seek out someone close to your new home to help speed up your healing process. Best wishes from Queensland Australia.

[@2swifty177]

Your channel is such an inspiration to a hobbyists woodworker such as myself. I genuinely appreciate the care and effort you put into sharing your knowledge and experience with the world. Thank you. Matthias.

[@peterjoy931]

Sucks getting old.

[@AppalachianLife]

better than the alternative

[@usageorgepa.3293]

Old? Hell he's a young man. With his talent he should make a wood bionic arm!..lol, Best wishes Mathias.

[@AnttiHarri]

Yeah tendonitis in the arm is most common for approx 28-35 years old, so.......

[@allluckyseven]

Best of luck, Matthias, to you and Rachael's dad. Has anybody suggested making robotic wooden arms yet? I'm kidding, I'm kidding!

[@suckers0]

Similar to the one made by Howard in The Big Bang Theory? :-)

[@user2C47]

Maybe a lifting machine should be his next project.

[@frollard]

Thanks again for all you do for us. Definitely take the time to heal!

[@bloodgain]

Get better, and good luck with the move. Your real fans will still be here waiting.

[@norxcontacts]

Hire an apprentice.

[@mrhumptydee]

I hear John heisz is available.......?.

[@bighands69]

Hire some interested 16 year olds and let them gain experience. Even if it is only part time.

[@frankyboy4409]

Hire? I'm pretty sure plenty of ppl would do that for free :D

[@1ssac1]

teach some youngsters !!! And make video of that !

[@teodca]

Teaching is a great option. Wish you good health for you and all your love ones.

[@welshman100]

Sorry to hear that mate, make sure to look after yourself over doing stuff for us. You ever thought of taking on an apprentice/helper or something? Hope you and your family stay well, good luck with the move.

[@user2C47]

Maybe it should be made of wood and robotic.

[@zibish3095]

Best wishes to you, Matthias. You have so many skills and are so creative. I will remain your loyal viewer!

[@SKIND-SMOKEWAGON]

Get well, Matthias. Wishing you the best and will keep my eyes peeled for future videos.

[@yannick2738]

Can you give updates on what will be for sale and when? I live near Ottawa and be interested in buying a few things!

[@scotttovey]

When you do get better, set up an electric winch to help you lift the heavier items, that way you won't cause a relapse. I like the Darbin Orvar channel too.

[@Furiends]

This. In fact should just get a warehouse crane!

[@waynoswaynos]

Good call.. make Robo-Matthias suit!

[@williamlaird2136]

Physical problems are very frustrating. Best of luck moving and in your physical recovery.

[@geofham8332]

Hi, You and your family comes first. Take care, good luck, thanks for all your videos.

[@Shopbuilt]

Pretty close, that's only an hour from me, I'm in saint John.

[@Netsend-Norway]

Just 1 hour from he. I do expect you to volunteer to move and help him to get back in his shop!! :)

[@PirateDest]

I beat all of y’all. I’m in Moncton.

[@liviO13]

I’ve got space in mi house to help you with a pentorouter, a tablesaw, a bandsaw, a jointer, a planer, and few other tools you don’t need ! I’ll be very very glad to help you!!!! 😝

[@robertpaulson2043]

Hope your arm heals Matthias! Good luck with the move, and hope everyone enjoys the change of scenery.

[@pa6390]

Tendonitis is very painful. I had surgery 2 years ago and I am 100%. You will get better.

[@jeremyspecce]

Oh, and, weird question maybe, but I'm curious, if you took a mortgage out, did you have any issues with having a non-standard "job"? I know, even for me, I work in film so i work for many different employers so it can be tricky at times to get credit. I have done pretty well by maintaining good credit, but it always gets tripped up when it comes time to fill out the part of the form where it says "employer". Do you do self employed? Do you have a company? Woodgears corp? don't mean to pry but it's always a consideration when you don't have a regular job and want to make a big change like that.

[@pratikpramanik7782]

I believe he's a multimillionaire from the early days at BlackBerry/RIM. So he probably has an investment portfolio and a detailed financial history that the mortgage agent can work with.

[@h4st3didk7]

Smells wooden exoskeleton soon.

[@williamgibson8910]

Wish you and yours the best and that you heal up and once again sharing what you enjoy ...

[@mrprimenumbers6448]

Wow, sorry about the tendenitis and about your father in-law. Best wishes and prayers for you and your family, really hope you are able to heal and continue to share your experiences and knowledge.