How Would You Slice That? - Making for the RRFs with Zany Maker Zak

Vicky Somma, TGAW YouTube

When: Jul 8, 2026 12:00 AM UTC

If you have been any of the North American RepRap Festivals, you have likely seen tonight's guest. He is a staple of those events and often has some of the biggest and most intricate pieces of the show. It could be a giant Skyrim Battle Ax or his Dreadnought build which took 1,735 hours to print. His Cloud Top Tavern trumped that with a staggering 3,268 hours and one broken toe. Although his 3D Printed chainmail only took 360 hours, it is no less impressive!

Even a car accident could not keep him from adding wonderment to the Rocky Mountain RepRap Fesival this year. When he couldn't do a booth, he decided to "be the booth". He wore a 3D Printed Suit of Armor which took 400 rivets to put it together. The joy it brought attendees, probably immeasurable.

His work has been highlighted on The Jerry Show at 3DHP, Maker's Corner, HotMakes, and almost every RepRap Festival recap done by The Real Sam Prentice.

To me, he really embodies the RepRap Festival spirit which makes him well suited as he embarks on helping with the next era of MRRF.

He says the secret to become zany is to have passion and keep growing. Tonight we'll get to see that passion up close and personal. We are thrilled to welcome Zany Maker Zak!

Follow Zany Maker Zak and his endeavors on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/zanymakerzak/