Make a Stick Drive, Literally.
The onslaught of technology threatens to degenerate mankind into a species of ignorami, imbeciles, and nincompoops. Fight the trend by going old school, back to when men counted using sticks and rocks. Make a USB stick drive today!
Parts Needed
Stuff you'll need for a stick drive:
1. A stick* of about 3/4 inch diameter
2. A USB drive
3. Hand saw
4. Hot glue and gun
* Suggestions for type of stick: black walnut gives a classical and refined look, balsam is the most weight-friendly, cypress is good for its resistance to water damage. I chose maple because of its hardness (however it may soon be banned by Major League Baseball due to its tendency to shatter).
1. A stick* of about 3/4 inch diameter
2. A USB drive
3. Hand saw
4. Hot glue and gun
* Suggestions for type of stick: black walnut gives a classical and refined look, balsam is the most weight-friendly, cypress is good for its resistance to water damage. I chose maple because of its hardness (however it may soon be banned by Major League Baseball due to its tendency to shatter).
Cut the Stick to Desired Length
The first thing to do is to cut the stick to the length desired. I left a short branch sticking out to pull with. The length is to your preference. I chose a longer length due to it's grab-ability and because it looks good in my pocket.
Notch the Stick
Cut down vertically then cross-cut into the stick to notch it out for the USB.
Attach the USB Drive
Draw a small seam of hot glue along the cut-out section of the stick. Press and hold the USB until it's secure.
Plug It In!
Plug in your new stick drive and off you go! It's old school and it's eco-friendly and green.
An added bonus: your stick drive should float if you ever drop it in water. That way, you can retrieve your now-dead USB drive. (Or does water actually kill a USB?)
An added bonus: your stick drive should float if you ever drop it in water. That way, you can retrieve your now-dead USB drive. (Or does water actually kill a USB?)