Do it yourself in the forest

Skybird · 09-18-22, 05:04 PM

I like how he also shows sense for beauty and asthetics, not just functionality. I have big respect for people able to do something like this. I could build a bivak, even a weather-prove biwk if need be - but a hobbit house like this, and then so cozy, and alone without a second pair of hands helping out? No, thats beyond me. At least in this skilled execution.

Sean C · 09-18-22, 08:06 PM

Just sayin' ...

Skybird · 09-18-22, 08:21 PM

Yes, I have seen such remarks as well, I think there are two types of guys at work.

The one indeed claims to do everything by themselves, but I start to become suspicious when they even make their tools themselves and do advanced woods craftsmanship with primitive wooden tools.

The other do not hide that they use technology and electric tools, steel naisl instead of selfcarved wooden nails, they use civilisational aids of metal, glas, plastic, and do not try to brag with that they do not need these.

Of course that is no evidence for everything, but I try to make sense of it this way.

The video posted, to me looks believable. Only that his solar battery will always get enough light on the panel while being in the forest - but then, I do not know the real and realistic lighting conditions in that specific place. And I konwo that last year I tested my panels and was surpised how well they worked even at overcast sky. Not perfect, but better than I expected.

Anyway, it is indeed relaxing to watch such films, faked or not. Very relaxing.

Rockstar · 09-18-22, 09:17 PM

Pretty impressive build, I like it, a lot and like you said relaxing. I’m not knocking it or his methods but only thing I might have done different would be to build a raised floor so any rain water coming down the hill would flow under.

Still though it’s pretty nice backyard project/man cave/hobbit house.

em2nought · 09-18-22, 11:52 PM

It's all fine and dandy until the Blair Witch moves in.

Jimbuna · 09-19-22, 07:13 AM

Found the thread title 'misleading'

August · 09-19-22, 08:36 AM

One of the most ridiculous (by which I mean ridiculously-skilled) videos on this subject that i've seen is from some Russian lawyer dude from St Pete. This guy makes everything. I hate him.

09-18-22, 05:04 PM	#1
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,612 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Do it yourself in the forest I like how he also shows sense for beauty and asthetics, not just functionality. I have big respect for people able to do something like this. I could build a bivak, even a weather-prove biwk if need be - but a hobbit house like this, and then so cozy, and alone without a second pair of hands helping out? No, thats beyond me. At least in this skilled execution. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

09-18-22, 08:06 PM	#2
Sean C Grey Wolf Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 984 Downloads: 16 Uploads: 2	Just sayin' ... __________________ If you have a question about celestial navigation ... ask me! Celestial Navigation Spreadsheet

09-18-22, 08:21 PM	#3
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,612 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Yes, I have seen such remarks as well, I think there are two types of guys at work. The one indeed claims to do everything by themselves, but I start to become suspicious when they even make their tools themselves and do advanced woods craftsmanship with primitive wooden tools. The other do not hide that they use technology and electric tools, steel naisl instead of selfcarved wooden nails, they use civilisational aids of metal, glas, plastic, and do not try to brag with that they do not need these. Of course that is no evidence for everything, but I try to make sense of it this way. The video posted, to me looks believable. Only that his solar battery will always get enough light on the panel while being in the forest - but then, I do not know the real and realistic lighting conditions in that specific place. And I konwo that last year I tested my panels and was surpised how well they worked even at overcast sky. Not perfect, but better than I expected. Anyway, it is indeed relaxing to watch such films, faked or not. Very relaxing. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

09-18-22, 09:17 PM	#4
Rockstar In the Brig Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 12,614 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Pretty impressive build, I like it, a lot and like you said relaxing. I’m not knocking it or his methods but only thing I might have done different would be to build a raised floor so any rain water coming down the hill would flow under. Still though it’s pretty nice backyard project/man cave/hobbit house. Last edited by Rockstar; 09-18-22 at 09:48 PM.

09-18-22, 11:52 PM	#5
em2nought Ocean Warrior Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 3,485 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	It's all fine and dandy until the Blair Witch moves in. __________________ em2nought is ecstatic garbage!

09-19-22, 07:13 AM	#6
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,500 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Found the thread title 'misleading' __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

09-19-22, 08:36 AM	#7
August Wayfaring Stranger Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23,197 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	One of the most ridiculous (by which I mean ridiculously-skilled) videos on this subject that i've seen is from some Russian lawyer dude from St Pete. This guy makes everything. I hate him. __________________ Flanked by life and the funeral pyre. Putting on a show for you to see.