Wet Riding Gear? How to Build a Heated Dryer Box
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- Опубликовано: 2 фев 2024
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If there’s one thing that sucks harder than wet paper straws, it’s putting on wet riding gear from the previous day’s ride. It’s hard to say whether he was inspired or tortured into finding a solution for this, but 45’s DIY gear dryer is quite an interesting build.
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#45 has been out and about for a while now! Seems like a pretty successful clone through and through. It will be a very sad day when something unfortunate, but comical, happens.
#44 isn't that bad either. Emancipated him self early on, and I'm pretty sure, he's still doing all right out there even if we are not aware of he's undertakings .
As good as Ryan is, I prefer #45 and wish he could become a proper named presenter.
@@vaterchenfrost7481 #44 is still alive?
@@sammaldonado5931 yes, he's roaming around in the canadian woods, with all the camping gear, we learned about in he's last known video. Enjoying now an then good old lager beer ;). who knows, for how long and if he'll change the location at some point.
My favorite was #19, yes - I'm an old timer. He seemed more autonomous than the ones before, and the newer ones only seem to be an extension of #19. However, #45 does seem to offer a bit more class and sincerity so I'm hoping that his internal battery has a longer life than the others.
In Finland we have this thing called 'sauna'. That is where I hang everything that needs to be dried quickly. And when it's hot I go there myself too, two flies with a single slap as we say.
Two flies with a single slap? If you have a sauna, it should be more like "Thrill two birds with one bone" 😅🙃😜
I been to Finland... there is never just two flies.
@@3_character_minimumand if it escalates there's never only a single slap
'Two birds stoned at once'
I travelled through Finnland 6 years ago.
But i haven't seen a guy with motorcycle boots trausers and jackets in a 90 degres Sauna
"Remember #42" 😂
You beat me to it.
Connor is a pretty cool dude
Sorry! What’s the reference? (I need coffee…)
@@Bigheaddonut It should be a quote to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy movie
@@Bigheaddonut It's written in Sharpie on the table saw. The world's best H&S warning 😁
An old bathroom exhaust fan works really well instead of the hairdryer. Less fire risk and doesn't heat mold your ski boots in the winter.
Another alternative: 12V PC fans - they're infinitely quieter than a bathroom exhaust even going full tilt and if you put them on the intake there's no issues of steam/humidity causing damage to them.. pretty sure a couple 120s or even single 200mm PC fan would push a similar volume of air, just with less pressure
Then to make up for the lack of heat and to avoid turning your entire room into a swampy sauna (assuming this is indoors) you can place silica gel packs around the exhaust vents. Cheaper alternative to silica can be the crystal-type kitty litter from the local pet store as it's very absorbent, no mess unlike the sawdusty variety and deodourizes too! (If it can make the stink of cat shit tolerable, surely it can help with sweaty gear too)
Yep most people have issues with to much heat and air flow
Definitely a bit silly to use a hair dryer. Probably used for the "DIY" aestetic. That hairdryer had to be opened and wired to a switch and I assume the power cord was spliced into the outlet, the latter part being... not something I would recommend to a wide audience. Not blowin smoke here, I've built a bathroom-exhaust-powered spray booth. Don't do what I did either unless you know precisely what the safety ratings are for your device (aerosols and non-shielded electric motors don't mix). Anyway, you can get bathroom exhausts with heat elements if that's what you want from the hair dryer. They are already intended to be wired directly to mains 120/230v, so you can safely connect them to a simple lightswitch, outlet box, w/e, to a power cable. Just don't be stupid. Always connect your ground wire to the metal exterior and don't use the American 2-prong groundless plug for anything like this. If you're looking for something safer for aerosols or just paranoia in general, squirrel cage heater fans are properly shielded, for obvious reasons.
@@Varadiio you missed a few shots as well as the verbal exposition. The hairdryer was not wired to a switch nor was the power cord spliced. The "WiFi outlet" box is controlled by the app in his phone, the hairdryer is plugged into it as if it were any other outlet with the switch "on." The app turns the power on or off *within the outlet box* and the hairdryer is unmodified.
But I still agree that a hairdryer is overkill and a bit hazardous in this application. And that aerosols and unshielded electrical is bad joojoo.
500watt space heater in the bathroom, central hvac unit fan stays switched on for air circulation.
F9 has evolved to become the new (old) Top Gear. Epic cinematic shots, great storytelling, humor. I love it !
I don't know how much you pay your director and video editor, but it's not enough. Every video is a cinematic masterpiece.
Easy way to start the aluminum tape is to flick towards the aluminum side, it bends, the backing springs back and separates. Best at a corner. Once you have tried the trick you think of all the wasted hours picking at the joint 'cause you didn't want to mess up the foil side.
This is the kind of comment that brings the world closer to perfection. Thank you for that tip, the struggle is too real.
The real life captured in peeling the backing off the tape...
Using that tape often the struggle is real!
This is awesome. The only thing I'd like to add is a caution to NOT use a hairdryer, or if you do to reduce its wattage somehow. At least in the US (Canada might be different), you cannot run anything at more than 80% of a circuits current continuously. Which is why if you look carefully, almost ALL space heaters are rated for the same wattage, no matter what room "size" the manufacturer suggests. 80% of a 15 amp circuit is 12 amps, times 120 volts is 1,440 watts. That's the max you're allowed to run "continuously". Hair dryers aren't used in this fashion, so they're allowed to be higher. If you use it this way you run the risk of tripping your breaker, or worse. So make sure you de-rate it somehow or use another heat source (venting a space heater would work).
Replying mainly to boost this up so that more eyeballs see it, would hate for anyone to get hurt as it's otherwise a fabulous idea
As an electrician this made me cringe. Hair dryers get really hot and use a ton of power. A 50 watt heating pad inside the box and a computer fan would have worked with less risk
here's another boost
@@Spoonboy79 As not an electrician, I also cringed a bit. When empty it's not much of a concern, but as soon as you put your gear up there the reduction in airflow is going to be significant and that hairdryer is gonna get toasty quick... definitely needs to be used on the low setting if at all.
I live in Western Australia, so I need a gear wetting box.
As an east coaster, maybe we should set up some kind of gear exchange program for people of similar sizes.. 🤔
We send you our swampy wet gear and you send us some crusty dry gear
move to Albany 🤘🤣😂😂😂😂
The videography and editing is INSANE
INSANE is absolutely correct their editing and videos make me laugh, everytime I watch. Keep up the humorous videos. AWESOME
The production quality, the storyline, the music!!! I'm not remotely thinking of building one of these and I eat these videos up! You need to make a feature leght!
Living in the Pacific Northwest, I've had ideas like yours, but I wanted to use a lightbulb for heat, because of fire concerns.
Now we have tiny fans for cars with USB plugs that use practically no electricity. It's a slower drying process, but that's easier on gear.
I wish I had a place to work now. I'd go out and steal your idea! 😊
I'd just go with a small box fan, larger airflow minimal electricity, less chance of a hair dryer catching fire.
just get a off the market drying cabinet, theyre the size of a fridge and could fit the gear of 2 people
@@gwot hair dryer catching fire would be great content for Hydraulic Press Channel, Garage 54, or Project Farm!! 😂
@@gwot just a fan, no heat, is really effective at drying boots.
PVC pipe, with many small holes at the top, to stand them upside down on is pretty clever.
Sadly, the light bulb approach is essentially no more as incandescents change to LED which offer no meaningful heat.
My boot dryer has been one of my favorite motorcycle gear investments. From riding in the wet or just sweating in my boots in hot weather, I put my motorcycle boots on the dryer after most rides. After many years and miles, my boots area in good condition and have never developed a bad smell. The rest of my gear goes into the clothes dryer with a damp towel.
Eyeing the "Remember #42" on the table saw almost made me spit out my morning coffee :P lol Awesome content as always
what does it mean?
@@mikesmiley6036 There is this running joke about how #45 is the 45th clone and all the previous ones have had some gruesome accidents happen to them. This is also why at the end when they record their voice they use wording like "we believe in us".
@@mikesmiley6036 The mechanics are clones, first one I found is 43, he appears in the Tyre Sealant test. 43 dies in the line of duty while anodising alluminium and gets replaced by 44. 44 dies while VOLUNTARILY testing the breathability of goretex. The only appearence of 42 I found is in a dream sequence in "Build a Heated Paint Booth" with a piece of wood through his heart.
I wonder if they have a list of all the ways previous clones have died, for reference
I bet they do... That don't seem like the people who leave a job half done
@@ananass8030 Surely, we all know the continuity of Fortnine mechanic clones is very important.
The F9 mechanic is improving with each iteration, they are truly learning from past mechanics.
And it's not only the engineering, the video making is also getting astonishing.
Don't build the new improved one until Ryan steals the old one !!! 🤣😁😇
Ryan is busy developing the new design to steal, he'll BRB.
And this is yet again, another reason I love this channel. This is a great idea for more than just riding gear! Keep up the great work folks!
Thanks for taking the time share these tips and tricks.
I'm in stitches watching him try to peel the tape film 🤣
Those of us who were genetically diminished generally use a utility razorblade tip to peel that GDMFBASOB thin backer off the bloody tape. But my thick stubs can still (through my bifocals to) thread a needle.
@@ljprep6250Upvote for the acronym.
Brilliant video and editing, as ever.
I have an old Espar D4 Airtronic diesel heater in my camping cabin, powered by car batteries charged by solar and a small back up Honda generator. The batteries also powers LED lights and USB charging sockets.
I've been thinking of adding a locker like the one next to your drier and ducting some of the hot air to make a dry robe for wet gear.
Or a standalone drying locker bolted to the outside of the cabin with an older, smaller D1LCC heater, so I don't fill the cabin with warm damp air. I could also add a 12v socket to keep the bike battery topped up.
I love these little build vids, they're great ideas and get me thinking too!!!! Keep them coming!!! We believe in us!!!
Production value is always superb. Ace vid!
These videos are so good.
It a joy to watch them about 3 times every time a new one is uploaded.
the opening alone is award worthy!
#45 doing an angled rip cut on a table saw with no riving knife and a make shift fence out of a 2 by 4 that says "remember #42" is amazing.
While I'm sure this works, I would personally omit all the insulation and heating and use a dehumidifier instead. It uses a lot less energy and might be more material friendly (not sure about that though... is heat the issue when drying leather or is it the speed at which it is dried?). I would also include hangers for a jacket and pants and funnel the dry or warm (or really any) air into the arms and legs. This prevents moisture from going through a membrane into the (hopefully still dry) interior, but is even more efficient if the garments are soaked through. I've been using a system like this for years and it is extremely effective. Unless you already have a dehumidifier, it is probably going to be a lot more expensive up front than a hair dryer, though.
1/2 inch Baltic birch plywood! Surprised Ryan put that in the budget for you #45 thats some expensive stuff these days.
1/4” Baltic would still have been overbuilt.
Anyone else would have turned that into a one hour video, with three parts. Epic work.
Add a humidity detection for automatic shut down.
As the stuff dries, it creates humidity, and once the stuff is dry, there isn't any water, so there is no exhaust humidity.
Normal household driers use that (if they have an "auto" function).
I can watch this and your subtle humor for hours nonstop, great work as always!
That moment when the motorcycle channel has better woodworking content than most woodworking channels. Man I'm impressed with this channel, well done guys!
Unbelievable quality of output as always !
These build videos are becoming some of my favorites. On par with Ryan's deep dives into technical stuff videos.
Been a machinist for 30 years. Bought a 2018 klr because of your input. Your content is supreme
Honestly fire video, I was unsure at first but you’ve been growing on me a lot since you started doing videos on this channel!
The "Intro" was awesome, you guys could make a great roadmovie, this stuff belongs to the big screen!
I built something similar. Hair dryer from Goodwill, 5gal bucket, a hole saw and some bulk vacuum hose. Does riding gear, ski gear, kids rubber boots, etc. All parts stash in the bucket when not in use, and it goes in the closet. Under $40 IIRC, works a treat. I don't need it all the time, but it's amazing to have when you need it.
The colorgrading is just perfect replica on 1980's movies. All the details are 100/100.
I've got an old metal gym style locker, could add a hairdryer and timer.... Perfect!
Great ideas and well presented as always, thanks guys!
I've been planning on making one with a diesel heater for a while.
Dude. Kasa Matter Smart Outlet. 18A and will auto shut off after a given time. VERY nice smart outlet option without having to do an outlet.
Awesome idea. Not sure how it would work out in tropical weather though but im gonna try it anyways. This is gonna be a motivation for me to make one.
I love watching these even if I’m never gonna do it. I have a big fan in my garage for summer ventilation that pointed at a clothes horse with my gear on dries it pretty fast for a lot less watts than a hairdryer, but I love the creativity here!
Only FortNine can mix together Vivaldi's Winter and motorcycles (or home made motorcycle gear dryer) in harmonious way!
Well done guys! Well done!
That was brilliant!!!
🎻🏍
All the best from Brazil! ✌
I love the clone backstory. It is a nice bit of lore for the videos.
Every episode is a masterpiece!!
The vibe of this video is amazing!
I ride a lot, especially in the rain. We get a lot of rain here in Johannesburg, South Africa.
And us bikers get wet.... A LOT!!!!!!!!!!
Best trick I have for drying out your soaked shoes or boots so they good for the next morning...
Remove them, and pour out any excess water. Yea, they sometimes do fill up in the heavier storms.
Then grab as much newspaper as possible, balling pages up and stuffing them into the shoe as much as possible.
I also then, with the last few balls, incorporate the laces into the bundle then stuff that into the shoe so they also get dry.
I leave the shoes or boots upside down in the basin or bath overnight.
Next morning, pull out all the soaking wet paper and your boot / shoes should be nice and dry.
But it does depend on how wet they were, but usually they are 80 - 100% dry the next morning.
If they are really wet, it does help to maybe change out the paper middle of the night, if you can, with fresh dry paper. Then it should be good the next morning.
I tried this with my AlpineStar Winter gloves and it also works a treat on them too!
So maybe FortNine and team can give this one a test for the wet bits... 🤣🤣👍
I get a kick out of your dryer box 45. I did something close for my kids hockey gear. Ikea cabinet/closet insulated foil foam inside, flood light installed in bottom with wire mesh above incase a piece fell from hangers. A few holes for the heat to flow by convection. Worked great 4 hours dry without cracking leather.
Holy cake, guys, awesome footage, awesome sounddesign, awesome details, i like little parts of bigger story and kind of lor
10/10
You re my inspiration for my own ch
Well, you're doing such a great job with this channel. No. 1 on RUclips!
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Outstanding creation, of both, the dryer and the video, the tape/pilling part it so funny and real !! Thank you as allways F9 !!
That is a fantastic project idea. I was gonna make the heated paint booth but decided not to this year. But this? Man, I might have to get crackin' on this one. A dryer box would be helpful all year 'round. Thanks for the idea!
Also, I know Flying Eyes is sponsoring a lot of moto content lately, but I own a pair of their glasses and they are indeed very nice.
Still the best motorbike content on RUclips. Great stuff
We believe in us! A t-shirt logo with a big 45 on the back! Yes i would!!!!
I added that width retro synth track on my Spotify a few weeks ago, it slaps and I’m happy to hear it here
Keep rocking 45!
Always amazing what you can build with a budget and pizza box.
How could a RUclips Channel have such a great production, keep up the great work!
I Love love LOVE my peet dryers. I have both the v1.0 and v2.0 with forced air.
I have the attachments for helmets and gloves, but primarily just use them for boots.
In fact, I use the absolutely silent v1.0, that just uses a warm heater to allow the air to gently rise on its own, 24/7 and rotate the last pair of shoes I've worn and I no longer have smelly shoes at all. Fellow foot sweaters will love it as much as I do.
My suggestion doesn't help with the rest of the gear like the jacket and pants. I'm definitely not dissing DIY (I have a home workshop), but wanted to make sure folks knew about the fantastic peet product. I think I have the top reviews on Facebook for these lol
Looks like peet makes some products for cabinet spaces that could be used with this idea. I also have their v1 silent boot dryer.
I love my peet as well. I thought it was a gimmick but now having owned one I’ll never go back. I work construction in the PNW so just rotate between my two pairs of work boots. Dry my moto boots on it too. I need to get the attachments you mentioned.
@spacecruisers the helmet one is great to avoid that stank helmet if you've gotten all sweaty in it. The glove one is meh as I've just shoved the gloves over the regular boot ends and it's done good enough, but I just use breathable non insulated or sealed gloves in hot ass florida.
I get regularly soaked down here in New Zealand but I just hang everything up in the bathroom and a cheap dehumidifier does the trick in no time whether its motorcycle gear or hiking gear
Love the 80's style synthwave background music you had going there. Love the content too of course.
It's the first time I have watched a FortNine video with headphones and not just smartphone/tablet speakers, and I appreciate the audio design!
Love the Wera multi bit screwdrivers.
Your scripts are so artistic with a dab of chaotic and i'm absolutely here for it.
That shop light looks like it came from a surgical suite. Pretty cool
Someone should take these lads out for a beer man! 🔥
as always, unnecessarily lavish and well made video. always a treat when you guys upload
"remember #42" on the fence made laugh chuckle out loud. Love the ongoing gag. Also great video as always :)
well done 45, you are a great team
Been looking for a good way to dry out my sea kayaking gear, also.
i use a cut out sock to dry my boots when they get wet. But it's so much pain that I decided to just avoid riding in rain and cold and i'm choosing to add to the traffic at least for 3 months a year.
Since I'm neither used to getting stuck in traffic nor enriching the saudies (~115km per day), i chose a 2 door electric ---- MG Comet. It's no 2 wheeler but it gets through spaces that a even a typical 4-door hatchback can't manage. What ever time I lose from a slower cruising speed I make it back in traffic.
This was really cool. I also fi d that the biggest "bat house" I have ever seen looks awesome.
Killer sound track. Gonna try this one.
love to all of you guys
You guys are amazing!! By far my favorite channel!!
wood is such an amazing material to work with. enjoyed the episode as always!
love how short this video was! keep up the good work.
I have broken a TV and two pots while trying to cook rice. There is literally zero point in me watching this, but I love every pixel.
😂🤕😎👍
Free advice: A gore-tex pro suit always stays dry as water shakes off easily. And the boots, gloves and helmet can receive an ozone treatment with optional heating, using a compact €80 device. Ozone kills smells ( bacteria and fungus), heat can only prevent it to get worse - to some extend.
509 snowmobile helmet is my year round go too for street riding. Heated visor of course.
Quirky.
I love it!
Watching your great video from here in Australia we cannot relate to riding in snow. Evening winter it isn't THAT cold
Took me to the end of the video to figure out the clone theme. It's hard to be pretty, and smart, at the same time. Bravo. Well done.
I got in an hour ago. My sopping wet gear is currently hanging in the heated spare room with towels under to catch the drips.The boots are bone dry inside so don't need the usual stuffing with newspaper.
Drying box = room with a heater.😅😅
Love the diy videos
Now you’re just showing off #45, and I like it!
Love the build videos!
Amazing production, funny, informative, and entertaining as usual for F9. The "clone mechanic" gag never gets old.
I also came to the sad realization that I'm not nearly rugged enough to live in Canada 😂
I wasn't a huge fan of 44, but I gotta say, 45 is stealing my heart
Plywood modification specialist. Great job 45.
Pretty cool glasses!
As good as the supporting cast may be at FortNine,,,I really want to see more RYAN,,, he is a wordsmith and a real genius.
Following Ryan is a pretty tough gig! You’re great!
2:58 you could thin the jnside by using the similar thermal foil as used behind radiators.
“Remember #42” awesome!
I think I need one of these just outside my bacon smokehouse in Fairhope. I could pipe a little bacon smoke into the box.
Dry gear and the smell of bacon on every ride just sounds perfect. Bacon On Fellas. I really enjoy your videos. Bill E.
Diggin' the synthwave jam.