Jacob Dodd

Review of Solid State Depot: The Boulder...

Having been a continuous member for more than 9 mo...

Having been a continuous member for more than 9 months, I feel I can give a fair view of the place.

First of all, this is the embodiment of a 'Hackerspace', the rules that are in place are common sense, in the interests of safety, and to ensure a good time for all members.

The facilities are not quite top of the line, but they are in fact more than adequate, with many high end machines! Especially in Boulder, and for the price that they're asking, you definitely get your money's worth.

I've been using the table saw, have been taught how to use the ShopBot 8x4 foot CNC machine, and intend to soon be learning some of the metal working equipment.

Being a budding designer of furniture and decorations, the space has been invaluable in helping to launch that aspect of my life. I've created lamps, models, 2.5D animals, attended educational events, and built the bed my wife and I sleep in!

There's also social events and classes as mentioned, most of which are free for members, or a trivial fee.

Would recommend, 5*