How To DIY Skate Coping (Beer Canned Coping)

[@ZackDowdy]

Make sure to LIKE this video if you enjoyed this process! It was such a blast making this skate spot, can't wait to go back and get a full session.

[@dizzlebeatz5774]

Yo Zack can you do a video on DIY Skate Copers for your trucks??????

[@fmtnic]

When doing projects like this you should dress like a construction worker (safety vest and hard hat) and do it on a weekday. No one will mess with you.

[@VEXTHESAVAGE]

I take the tops off with my teeth its way faster

[@onitbrkn]

Nice. I would cut pvc in half then zip tie back together, fill and cut zip ties. Probly would straighten a metal coat hanger and poke wet cement every 6 inches or so to get air bubbles out. Probly lube the pvc before to de shell easier.

[@cuztm1500]

zack check that link i posted for a can top remover. would make life alot easier

[@SeanEnuks]

Damn that cop must have been having a slow day. Boo at the Karen who rang the police

[@jmac2279]

I'm a subscriber of yours aswell I was so sad about (your park) keep up the diy i was obsessed with your content❤❤❤

[@loganclarke8936]

Aye wassup sean!

[@loganclarke8936]

@@jmac2279 yeah the slab was so good it’s sad that it had to be taken down!

[@pszenda12]

sean got more likes than zack lol

[@lucasfrench1841]

ayy sean

[@nikosoup7999]

someone had to make this video eventually you’re a legend

[@ZackDowdy]

Appreciate it 🤘

[@dwaipayandattaroy9801]

doctor as butcher

[@nikosoup7999]

@@dwaipayandattaroy9801 right

[@kendalldavis99]

You need a florescent jacket and a hardhat next time dude

[@davidgerth2276]

Yeah and just tell them he's taking it down next time

[@antihero898]

This is incredible content man. I just started building ramps at home due to covid and the DIY tips and tutorials are absolutely bringing out my creative side again. Appreciate all you are doing man!

[@ZackDowdy]

Love to hear this, that's what it's all about!!

[@SeanEnuks]

Shouts out to the night crew

[@ZackDowdy]

You know it brother!

[@petestyles8911]

wicked idea, would a Pringles can work well so each one is longer?

[@tennesseerailhead213]

You’re a fucking genius.

[@tard1776]

Uhm I don’t think cardboard would be able to grind

[@TheDoctor1492]

Absolutely cardboard tubes are used as forms in construction all the time for footings

[@tastysk8s]

@ its a joke...

[@scottstroh2564]

Thats hella smart. Itd be more easy to get the form off aswell

[@moondogg_monte]

dude, this is some sacred ass knowledge!!! thank you 🙏

[@jdeveryday8952]

😂

[@princetulip28]

"I just picked up some crack" 14:42

[@ZackDowdy]

I wasn't lying ? LOL

[@awkwardbot15]

You could water cure with the cans on if you wanted to. If you have a really good mold that’s tightly sealed, you can periodically spray the exposed part of the concrete and cover it with some plastic. It has the same function as water curing. Also the bottles that Smart Water comes in make amazing coping molds.

[@Aiden-nl5ti]

I must say you deserve way more recognition in the community your videos are so high quality and always have a good vibes

[@mrzoom214]

Skate session it’s logicaly end. Thx Zack for this good job. Spot looks so nice.

[@ZackDowdy]

Couldn't agree more, I had to do it!

[@angelokefalas3750]

Another Killer video Brother! Love all the DIY videos. Another great way to make beer can coping or parking blocks is to use 2"-6" PVC pipe. Cut with a grinder using a metal blade. Will cut pvc like a hot knife through butter! Cut in half and to length for a perfect round coping. Just choose your size, use plugs for the ends. Use some wd-40 to coat the inside to make it come out easy. Pour concrete and wait 24hrs. Bam, beer can coping as long as you want in a single piece! Keep up the good work Brother! 👊🍻🤘

[@ZackDowdy]

Yes!! My friend Lucas does some PVS pipe stuff, it's so cool! That's also a nice way around making a curb. Thanks for this man.

[@TheDoctor1492]

You gotta dress the part when you're in these areas. No one would've questioned if you had a hard hat and vest

[@Officialflacolow]

Dude I love diy spots and street spots I’m all about street and I’ve never thought about this you’re a smart man zack🔥🔥

[@ZackDowdy]

Rad!! I was thinking this could be dope for a flat rail or spine/bank spot too!

[@stephaniefineza]

I need to find a place where I build my own skatepark. Honestly all your videos I watch just make me so inspired. Lets pray that I can make my dream a reality.

[@ZackDowdy]

So do I though!! Haha, the struggle.

[@cornfarts]

How has the search been? Keep pushing!

[@indyskater19]

14:42 I just picked up some crack Flex sealant

[@ZackDowdy]

😂

[@TheBigSquidAZ]

DUDE YEAASSS THANK YOU FINALLY NONE OF THE OLD HEADS WOULD EVER TELL ME HOW YO DO THIS MY BRIDGE SPOT IS GONNA GET SO MUCH BETTER

[@ZackDowdy]

Inspired to keep inspired!! Can't wait to see how you incorporate into your bridge spot.

[@dolhfin]

You're a source of inspiration, Zack. Love your vids, specially the DIY ones! I just wanna build spots everywhere I go, thanks to you. Keep it up!!

[@HardflipShit]

watching from France thank you for inspiration and positivity !!

[@il24ir]

I like it that you are trying it for your first time and showing the process with the trial and error. Makes it enjoyable even though I'm not building a skate park.

[@playboiscience]

I’ll never get why u don’t have more subscribers. Ur channel is so high quality and every video has the best vibes

[@KyleAndersonSkates]

Damnnn what a mission! I was super worried when the clip of the officer came up! Glad you didnt get cited with anything on this one, hyped the spot turned out so good!!

[@MrTripsJ]

The quality in your videos, and the uniqueness of them. 👌 seriously underrated Zack

[@bungholio4836]

My brother, im at 14 beers right now because i live a bit out of town and all my friends chickened out but i think i found the perfect opener for beer cans. Its those ones that have a circular blade which you click in and then just turn around a few times. Leaves it nice and smooth and you dont cut off your fingers after 14 beers. Whatever theres some Idiot in Germany that likes thy videos, keep on building and keep on what ever the fuck you wanna keep on keeping on!

[@bungholio4836]

And yes that first like was from myself.

[@VierNecroma]

what a guy, such a hands on and informative vid. keep it up man, i can’t wait to see what’s in store for the future

[@ZackDowdy]

Appreciate it!

[@Khavrenrockz]

Thanks for everything you do man, spread the wisdom to the youth! Awesome to know people are still at it!!!

[@nikosoup7999]

if your spot has mad tiny cracks flex seal spray works perfect it slides like lacquer you’d think it would be sticky but I use it a lot to get rid of cracks in curbs

[@ZackDowdy]

I gotta check that out!! Thank you

[@RobHingle]

I went completely pepe silvia trying to identify this spot lol was so satisfied when I spotted it, now I guess I have to make good on the intel try to get a grind on it. Maybe you can do tutorial on that blunt and I can try that? Love your videos Zack, thanks for helping me appreciate the grittier side of skating from the polished parks, rekindle the old joy of a horrible curb behind the grocery store. Now wherever I go I see potential DIY spots calling out to me

[@RobHingle]

ha just noticed you did do that video, you're killing it man

[@ZackDowdy]

Dude that's amazing, love to hear this. I hope you got to hit it! The grit always makes you appreciate the refined skateparks :)

[@Beradikals]

#Concrete mixing tip: add water to wheelbarrow prior to dumping in concrete. Makes things easier. Roughly 3/4s of a gallon per 80 lbs bag. You can also wrap any concrete in plastic to keep in any moisture on concrete that exits the concrete through evaporation. That will create the water curing process as well. And concrete takes roughly 28 days to reach full PSI strength. And add some moisture to the coping cans to help bind them to the new concrete you’re laying down when installing. Aside from a skatehead, I’m a fence/concrete contractor. That’s why I share these pointers. Rad to see you doing these DIYs.

[@GravityPancake]

Yesss! Been waiting for 'Dowdy Does: Beer Can Coping' without even knowing it 😅 Tips - you can cleanly remove can tops by sanding them on some smooth concrete. - Use the tallest cans you can find, more grind less gaps. 🤘🤙

[@NOAH1995able]

can you explain that? sounds interesting but i dont get what you mean by sanding them on concrete for some reason!

[@GravityPancake]

@@NOAH1995able hold the bottom of the can in your palm, then scrub the top ring down in small circles til the seam gives way. Leaves a nice edge if done well. 👍 Search for 'how to remove can top without tools' or just use a can opener.

[@ZackDowdy]

Thank you!! I was thinking that same thing, taller cans would make for easier grinds for sure, less catching up. Maybe keep the smaller ones for corners and such.

[@Dantrooker]

Love how you leave a trail of skate spots wherever you go!

[@amoeba_x]

I’m learning from people like you that “this isn’t about the haters”. One day, I’ll be that chill.

[@jaredluviano7558]

Don’t ever stop these vids man, keep it up 🤙

[@ZackDowdy]

Thanks Jared!

[@dmtwookboi728]

Not gonna lie, one of the more creative approaches I've seen here. This is pretty genius tbh, im definitely gonna have to give this a try!! Thanks bunches for this vid

[@ZackDowdy]

Thank you!

[@dmtwookboi728]

@@ZackDowdy nah thank YOU man, this was genius

[@zaintaylor2358]

Definitely a huge fan, I always get notifications for your vids, so I really thought that I was subscribed already, but when I actually looked it turns out I wasn't, so now I "smashed that subscribe button" and "hit that bell" so I won't miss anything, hahaha! Thanks for the great video's brotha, haha.

[@neuroaux7430]

Best DIY tutorials, man. Keep it up! Handled that cop call great.

[@jacksondoring9691]

Definitely one of your best videos!!! I skate also and I made a petition to get a skatepark in my town. I am definitely going to make this. Thanks🤙🏽🤟🏽🛹

[@ZackDowdy]

Nice work dude, would love to hear more about your skatepark petition and getting that going.

[@jacksondoring9691]

@@ZackDowdy I will dm it to you!! We would love your support. Thanks🤙🏽

[@RaspberryMeatsicle]

Put the canopener sideways so it cuts around the rims outer edge. Takes a sec to figure out but once you get it, it's easy and doesn't leave a sharp edge. Great video :)

[@ZackDowdy]

Thanks for the tip!

[@richsantiago1]

what a timely process. thanks for puttin in all the effort to do this! super cool!

[@rompebotoncitos]

underrated channel, thx for all you do

[@xn-triq7607]

subbed just for the DIY! Sick!!!!

[@galephphicol]

This vid got me sparked! Thank you Zack. The Halberns ditch in Santee is begging for some DIY

[@ChrisButtery]

This was such a fun project to do. I just made a case of coping! Thanks

[@briceecantbreathe]

Youre a G my man 🙏 i know you had help at night which is understandable, but given a different situation you would of finished it! Just wanted to say the videos I've seen you DIY stuff you've almost ALWAYS done it solo. I respect you for that its dope my man 🤙 vids are great man keep it up 🔥

[@jmanborg]

You rule man. Thank you for this and all the videos. Inspired for sure.

[@trevore7716]

Good video man that rock and roll boardslide was sick

[@ZackDowdy]

Thanks Trevor

[@marcocapetillo8879]

All purpose kitchen scissors from the dollar store worked for me to get the tops off. But you gotta cut where the top curve of the can is. (Where the can goes straight) working on this today!

[@SB-sx2hp]

Oh man, I like your enthusiasm for DIY!

[@McNateDoggYT]

I watch all your videos man you keep skating fun much love from indy

[@PIN666]

Thanks for this one dude been building a DIY with my homies and said I wanted to do a beer can coping however the way I would have went about it was wack so thanks now I can do it proper aha

[@loganyoshid_a9165]

Sick vid man I needed this cause I’m making a diy ditch spot to🤘

[@ZackDowdy]

Dope, I hope it helps!!

[@mrzoom214]

Zack make the best stuff

[@ZackDowdy]

Ayy much love brotha!

[@drblue9472]

Well done man! Gotta try to make some beer coping:p Looks like a cool spot, gotta envy that California weather tho, havent skated for 3 months cause of winter and pandemic.

[@ZackDowdy]

Truth! I really need to stop complaining about the 2% of real weather we get haha.

[@Gassed_out]

I enjoyed this a lot, I bet if you used taller cans too it could make for more grinding surface

[@tristanbarlow1060]

You could also ask a local brewery for some empty cans - they come without the top attached.

[@ZackDowdy]

Now that's genius, I'm doing that.

[@bobisbob9876]

This looks wayy to fun to make with a friend also that cop was pretty chill.

[@ZackDowdy]

He was, and it's such a fun process! I really want to make more, maybe a flat-rail version.

[@ieuangwynne7736]

That cop was so chill

[@joshjosh3627]

another banger, good work, and good call on the quick skate sesh, would've been totally 🔵'd if we didn't get some coping sounds out of this vid lol

[@jmac2279]

Love all your building videos keep it up I'm totally gonna use this idea

[@ZackDowdy]

Thank you, I appreciate the love!

[@jmac2279]

@@ZackDowdy I'll throw some likes your way an views vlog is fire got me inspired to build I watch everything of yours

[@cartererickson6474]

This was sick! Loved the vid

[@derekolivas6943]

I was in the zone listening to that song when the cop showed up and it killed the vibe 🤣

[@paulpilkington4994]

In terms of removing the caps I know with a food can you can rub the top of the can against the tarmac/concrete until you wear through the crimp of the cap and can. Maybe you can do the same with beer cans and should be quicker being aluminium

[@paulpilkington4994]

That being said there is no contender for good old solid steel.

[@nickcardona]

Dope vid and transitions dude

[@coreyreece3487]

Great attitude, love it

[@steventhehistorian]

20 years from now there will be an entire new generation of skaters who will have you to thank for building all of the monuments they learned to skate on.

[@Doctorphil-ob3jb]

When he said his friends went and put the rest of the concrete on, he means himself lol you a funny guy

[@ZackDowdy]

😬

[@michaeldalton6184]

This was great! Good on you for filming when Johnny law came calling!

[@Spaceinvaderzim]

step two!!! drink your beer !! love this guy!! cheers mate

[@maximustheskater911]

yoo! I never noticed it was concrete, i thought it was just like the metal can with concrete inside. This is like pool coping thats so sick and it gives me a lot of ideas!

[@falcosk8]

good work! had me worried when the fuzz showed up!

[@ZackDowdy]

Thanks Falco!

[@reecewannabefamous]

Every element was against you on this vid and you pulled through. 💪🏽😂 Legendary stuff! #DIY

[@tannerl3363]

Awesome video man!

[@JoseOchoa-ef2vf]

Love this! Have you tried “pour in place” coping? You’d need a coping trowel (which you could make out of plexiglass) and normal concrete or Rapidset (which cures super strong really fast)

[@James_cowley]

The tops of the cans are crimped on. With a good pair of scissors you can cut the very top edge (1 or 2 mil down from the top). And the top will come off super easy and with no sharp or jagged edges. This also keeps part of the ring I place which keeps the top rim stable.

[@ZackDowdy]

Good advise!

[@michaelromero5505]

Before skateparks in the early 70s me and some friends used to DIY ditches in our area.san Jose.los Gatos.

[@Here_lies_Earth]

Super legit i've never considered this!

[@scannytron5179]

For reference, 2 inch diameter, 10ft galvanized steel pipe from a hardware store is 54 dollars.

[@CaveDDECanem]

Beers and concrete are priceless memories though

[@meganmisaki4429]

You can use a can opener and it makes it nice and clean, to get the tops off the cans

[@ticoskate]

That looks super fun

[@ZackDowdy]

The noise it makes is amazing!

[@mathieusporer8770]

nice work man !

[@RandomAngel1337]

inspiring me dude, thank u 🙏🏾

[@ozzy8151]

Use a can opener homie 🤙🏼 love the videos 👌🏼

[@beggars5891]

I wonder if you could use pvc and make one large long coping

[@rockm0001]

This is great info here. Thanks for sharing this info. I have been saving this video for almost a year and now im ready to make the coping for my wall ramp. What type of cement do I use? Portland?

[@ZackDowdy]

Rad! Something with high PSI ideally!

[@pablou8892]

Excelente! Thanks you Zack!

[@bigdingus6196]

Awesome video do you think it would be possible to install these on a wood mini.

[@ZackDowdy]

Totally possible, you would just have to setup your ramp for them.

[@Ares-tron]

so gangster building over night lol

[@IamtheWV17]

Can openers 😘

[@lochieaxon]

Amazing, absolutely inspired 🙏

[@KneeJerk]

Nice man you could also try peeling the cans after the water cure?! I may try like that..! Thanks

[@gonzgoesdumb]

This was awesome

[@curtisd9608]

Dope! Your the man!

[@ramrunsfast]

Zack, being that you are down in San Diego beer crowlers are probably even better to use. Sometimes breweries have to throw away cans that don't seal properly or you could ask employees if they could save the cans for you.

[@jazzyjay3283]

Great video thanks

[@brianlambert6120]

Wonder if mailer tubes can work. Great diy vid

[@ZackDowdy]

They might bust with the weight of the concrete, worth a try?!

[@brianlambert6120]

@@ZackDowdy Yeah there thick .5" going to maybe try spay glue on the outside and hope concrete isnt too wet for them ??? Its worth a test Got a curb idea in my head... An Oldman needs his curb. DIY goining build a mold 4'-6' triangle(?not sure?)and try to put some cans on top Sculpture lol.

[@weinersmalls5684]

drill a hole in the side for the rebar and one on the bottom for good luck - the bigger cans especially have trouble sometimes staying together on the ends when you take the cans off. orbital sander till it bleeds a little out the side hole. before you stick the rebar in. two nights in the can seems to help a lot of them survive being skinned - also might help keep the rebar peg in there solid. then submerged in a bucket of water for two weeks. that's it. i've tried making blocks (w beer cans) but it seemed to need more material (than traditional block thickness) to join them up. pour in place seems better. rapidset hi strength mortar to embed them is expensive but it has worked (so far). i've heard you might be able to cut that stuff w regular mortar too but i havent tried that yet. okay then. peace everyone.

[@cristobalolave9234]

is it not posible to actually skate the cans with the aluminum on them?

[@prod.byzaha954]

not sure but ive heard aluminum doesnt grind very well..

[@cristobalolave9234]

@@prod.byzaha954 but it would be against concrete, people say it doesnt grind good because it bend, with concrete inside it wont bend

[@prod.byzaha954]

@@cristobalolave9234 yeah it probably will work like i said i dont know for certain but it would be a bitch to fix if it didnt grind! haha

[@ZackDowdy]

Yeah, it works that way for sure! I prefer the sound and texture of concrete though. Like I said in the beginning, that's just subjective to me - it's my favorite sound.

[@mkb6479]

sick one thank you for sharing!

[@ZackDowdy]

Thanks for watching!

[@samgamgee6508]

Hell yeah! Making it happen for the people.