http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 17:45:33 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Cover-your-worn-bicycle-saddle-with-real-leather/
Cover your worn bicycle saddle with real leather - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SMALL.jpg thearchitect Right, I found this stray bike to fix myself this cheap recycled bike to get around (another instructable topic). It had a decent Selle Italia saddle on it, however the vinyl cover on it was completely shot. Fortunately the foam was intact and in good shape. So I decided to refinish the saddle with ...
By: thearchitect

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:14:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-wheel-bike-trailer/
Single wheel bike trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SMALL.jpg tom31200 At the beginning of the spring season, while sun begins to shine in South of France, I decided to build my own bike trailer. I read many trailer comparatives in order to find the best solution corresponding to my needs. I intend to have a trip along Canal du Midi during the summer for at least 3 day...
By: tom31200

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 04:44:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hakima-Roof-Rack-Poor-Mans-Strut-Channel-Cross-/
Hakima Roof Rack - Poor Man's Strut Channel Cross Bars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SMALL.jpg alhazen My SUV came with a basic luggage rack.  What I really needed was something with the functionality of a Yakima or Thule cross bar but with a dumpster diver price tag. For less than the cost of a single store-bought cross bar I was able to bodge a reasonably functional bar using strut channel that I p...
By: alhazen

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 16:42:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cargo-Trailer/
Bicycle Cargo Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This Instructable is entered into the Metal Challenge, Wheels Challenge, and the Make it Real Challenge.  If you think its a winner please vote for it in these contests.  I also have another Instructable in the Make it Real Challenge, DIY CNC Router, check it out and vote for it too!  Thanks Have y...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:40:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Facet-V1-Velomobile/
Facet V1 Velomobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SMALL.jpg jeff-o Let me start by saying that I have wanted to build a velomobile for at least five or six years.  I've been collecting little bits of research since then, but things finally reached "critical mass" just a few months ago.  The combination of assistance from a Coroplast velomobile group on Facebook, th...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 10:03:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hula-bike-no-pedals/
Eccentric-hub scooter / bike (no pedals) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Tim and Gael want to build a Hula bike . Main Problem : how to easily displace the hub from the center of the wheel ? Play around with spokes ? No ! way too painful . But Tim is a carpenter and has access to a router .  So They decided to craft it out of plywood planks . Quick, easy,  strong enoug...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:25:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Bike-Lock-aka-uber-epic-mega-lock/
Modified Bike Lock (aka uber, epic, mega lock!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SMALL.jpg angelabchua Yup, I just had a couple bikes stolen from me.  So you bet your buns I am not only incredibly angry at the person who hopped my fence and stole my bikes, i am super paranoid now too.  We are in full crisis lockdown mode at Chez Angie...so much so, you would have thought someone came and rooted throu...
By: angelabchua

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:01:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featherlight-fender/
Featherlight fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SMALL.jpg Castor bricoleur Designed for commuters and travelers, this fender will help you and your followers to stay clean on the road. There is actually no many product on the market that fits great with bike racks. The one I create take advantage of the bike luggage rack. Using a simple folding trick that I've learn doing ...
By: Castor bricoleur

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:08:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-Carnage-chopper-bicycle/
Atomic Zombie's Carnage chopper bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SMALL.jpg KoolKat Full suspension mountain bikes with v-shaped frames have become very popular over the years, so it's no wonder that the local landfill has been seeing more and more of the cheap steel versions lately. The typical lifespan of a department store type bike seems to be about three years. Although fully ...
By: KoolKat

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2006 08:59:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Train-Horn-Bicycle/
Extremely Loud Train Horn Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SMALL.jpg TheChadster   So you want to be loud? You want to make a statement? You want to scare the crap out people? A train horn will do the trick. Do you want to stand out in the process? Than a bike with a train horn attached will defiantly do the trick!  So you may be aski...
By: TheChadster

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 22:49:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Fenders/
DIY Bike Fenders - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SMALL.jpg eggplanthunter For the most part, I enjoy fiddling with bikes more than riding them.  I'm really a big baby and I hate riding up hills.  That being said, a bike is a great thing to have when you need to get across campus.  I recently bought a 20" folding bike and it's a great little bike, but it didn't come with f...
By: eggplanthunter

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:21:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-bike-chain-guard-made-from-large-chain-ring/
Simple bike chain guard made from large chain ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SMALL.jpg BradMartinson I built an inexpensive chain guard for my bike.  Getting your pant leg or shoelaces caught in the chain while riding is at the very least annoying, and can potentially be very dangerous.  The usual pant clip does keep your pant cuff out of the chain, but does not keep shoelaces safe. I ride a fairl...
By: BradMartinson

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:36:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Recumbent-Bamboo-Trike-Frame/
Building a Recumbent Bamboo Trike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SMALL.jpg kentdvm I've always been fascinated by bamboo and when I decided to build a recumbent trike it seemed like the obvious material choice for me.  Bamboo is beautiful, light, stronger than mild steel and renewable.  It does present some challenges however, as culms or poles are not perfectly round, taper from ...
By: kentdvm

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:34:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Where-to-hide-a-bicycle-locks-key/
Where to hide a bicycle lock's key - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/KIJ3/GY18K3DX/FF5KIJ3GY18K3DX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/KIJ3/GY18K3DX/FF5KIJ3GY18K3DX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/KIJ3/GY18K3DX/FF5KIJ3GY18K3DX.SMALL.jpg jaxpaboo I recently bought a used bicycle that came with a standard coiled locking cable and key.   For the most part I don't foresee using the lock much as I don't need a bike for my daily commute.   I'd like to put the key on my key chain, but I never know which car I'll be using to transport my bike, and ...
By: jaxpaboo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:28:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoring-a-vintage-Dumpster-Bike/
Restoring a vintage Dumpster Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2ZT7/GXRD6HKB/F1J2ZT7GXRD6HKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2ZT7/GXRD6HKB/F1J2ZT7GXRD6HKB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2ZT7/GXRD6HKB/F1J2ZT7GXRD6HKB.SMALL.jpg schkip1973 The old song goes "the best things in life are free".. and the same goes for bikes. I have had two bikes which I found in the dumpster (rubbish bin here in Australia). With some time and elbow grease, and sometimes a little bit of money you can restore a bike which was destined for the dump into so...
By: schkip1973

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:46:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-End-Bike-Theft-The-Honeybike-Project/
How To End Bike Theft: The Honeybike Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SMALL.jpg liseman Bike thieves suck, so I decided to get even. Why not track and, if you'd like, shock these most egregious of folk?With a $40 pay-as-you-go cell phone, stun gun, and some basic electronic components, you can teach bike thieves a lesson and, hopefully, foster a small social change through individual ...
By: liseman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 May 2008 23:59:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-brake-light-switch-to-a-bicycle-brake-lever/
Add a brake light switch to a bicycle brake lever - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/MO18/GW4S32XY/FZNMO18GW4S32XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/MO18/GW4S32XY/FZNMO18GW4S32XY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/MO18/GW4S32XY/FZNMO18GW4S32XY.SMALL.jpg abikerider I found a simple way to add a brake light switch to a bicycle brake lever. Specifically, this is for a mountain bike lever that pulls a cable for the brakes although it's possible it could work on other levers. I would not try this on super lightweight brake levers as the metal might not be thick en...
By: abikerider

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2012 16:43:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Night-Bike/
Night Bike! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SMALL.jpg Adobi Gas is too expensive and not ecofriendly, so I like to bike wherever I can... unfortunately that means a lot of biking back from work at night.  This always makes me a little nervous, how much can you trust drivers going 45 miles per hour right past you?  I mean, a little dinky bike light can only d...
By: Adobi

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 19:47:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Side-by-Side-Bicycle/
Side by Side Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/WDKN/GW3X2H6E/F88WDKNGW3X2H6E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/WDKN/GW3X2H6E/F88WDKNGW3X2H6E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/WDKN/GW3X2H6E/F88WDKNGW3X2H6E.SMALL.jpg carlitos The Side by Side bicycle, also known as a "sociable", or more recently as a buddy bike, appears to date back to 1896.  Unlike a tandem, where the riders are inline to one another, here the riders are side by side.  To build one, you start with a regular bike and make 3 modifications: pedals, seats, ...
By: carlitos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:22:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rubberized-Armor-for-Joan-of-Arc/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SMALL.jpg graceduval This is a suit of armor made entirely out of cardboard and bicycle tubes, styled after the style of armor that Joan of Arc would have worn. Materials: cardboard used bicycle tubes (free at any bike shop) hot glue/gun screws of varying lengths acorn cap fittings scissors The entire base is constru...
By: graceduval

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 22:46:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-turn-signals-for-a-bicycle/
Simple turn signals for a bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SMALL.jpg NEIN If you commute regularly on your bicycle, the lack of sun in the winter can be a bit intimidating, particularly if your journey is not well lit. I ride my bike to work all year around, and in November, much of my commute is in the dark. I have a good set of lights (front and rear) to see where I'm...
By: NEIN

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:37:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-minute-electric-bicycle/
5 minute electric bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SMALL.jpg ride on toy dude * Since you asked, here is a link to a video of the bike in action. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ98oZ8h4HQ this is my first instructable so please point out any mistakes. For this Instructable you will need the following materials -a bicycle -a cordless drill (any voltage will work but the ...
By: ride on toy dude

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 08:56:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-heel-clipless-bike-shoes/
High-heel, clipless bike shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SMALL.jpg corwin I was inspired to make these shoes on my ride home one evening when I witnessed a beautiful woman riding in high-heels along Market Street in San Francisco. True to form, I will acknowledge that I noticed the sexy handmade bike before the woman, and what was (perhaps, unfortunately) most noteworthy ...
By: corwin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 22:30:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Row-pull-push-bike-la-marianette/
Row pull-push-bike "la marianette" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SMALL.jpg m a r i a n o Here is how I build a simple rowing bicycle with a child’s bicycle and a folding bike. Several rowing bicycles are available aiming to improve upper body training. However, they are expensive, it is difficult to find local distributors and most of them are not really suitable for everyday use. This...
By: m a r i a n o

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Aug 2011 22:29:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-bike-whitewalls-with-PVC-tape/
DIY bike whitewalls with PVC tape - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOW/QK1G/GP7IGK41/FOWQK1GGP7IGK41.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOW/QK1G/GP7IGK41/FOWQK1GGP7IGK41.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOW/QK1G/GP7IGK41/FOWQK1GGP7IGK41.SMALL.jpg Vranov Hi there! Did you know, that the PVC duct tape is ideal material for whitewalls for custom bike? Whitewall tyres costs more than regular ones on Ebay, or local bike shop, and sometimes it is really hard to find them cheap. If you want to customize your beach cruiser, you may heve it done for a few b...
By: Vranov

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2011 03:50:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Rollers/
DIY Bike Rollers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/3QCW/GPBD5GDO/FQ13QCWGPBD5GDO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/3QCW/GPBD5GDO/FQ13QCWGPBD5GDO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/3QCW/GPBD5GDO/FQ13QCWGPBD5GDO.SMALL.jpg Sky-Monkey It is my personal belief that many people own bicycles, and that many of those people aren't interested in riding for pleasure / exercise when it is raining, snowing, dark, etc. outside, and that many of those people would ride their bicycle indoors if they had a fun and challenging device that al...
By: Sky-Monkey

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2011 21:54:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorized-Drift-Trike/
Motorized Drift Trike!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SMALL.jpg josh333 This is my first Instructable If you haven't heard of the new craze called drift triking then you are missing out! A drift trike consists of a tricycle with a pneumatic front wheel and hard plastic rear wheels. The front wheel can have a freewheeling crank or foot pegs Original Drift Triking ...
By: josh333

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2011 05:15:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-simple-bike-lock-0-10-dollars/
Make a simple bike lock (0-10 dollars) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SMALL.jpg kill.cactus Bikes are great things. Unfortunately, no bike lock is going to stop someone from stealing your bike. Locks are only deterrents that make it more of a hassle for someone to steal your bike. This article from Slate magazine will show you how much you need to spend to protect your bike from hand tools...
By: kill.cactus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:06:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Bike-2/
Wood Bike 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/JIWW/GN4CZWJF/F5OJIWWGN4CZWJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/JIWW/GN4CZWJF/F5OJIWWGN4CZWJF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/JIWW/GN4CZWJF/F5OJIWWGN4CZWJF.SMALL.jpg HanzieO I got into wood bikes recently. I made Wood bike 1 and then have been looking on the net and elswhere for ideas for number 2. I found one on this site that I loved http://www.instructables.com/id/Bent-Plywood-Bicycle/ . This bike and others inspired me to make my own bent bike. I am fairly competent...
By: HanzieO

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 02:37:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Breakfast-Bar/
Bicycle Breakfast Bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/PYS1/GNNUWF0I/FT2PYS1GNNUWF0I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/PYS1/GNNUWF0I/FT2PYS1GNNUWF0I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/PYS1/GNNUWF0I/FT2PYS1GNNUWF0I.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity I was late this morning. No time to sit down and eat breakfast. Cycling along with one hand on the handlebars  and a coffee in the other, with a pocket full of muesli and some toast in my hat . . . that's no way to live. How to start the morning with the most important meal of the d...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 May 2011 08:01:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gravity-Bike/
Gravity Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/CLIC/GNOD59J9/FR9CLICGNOD59J9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/CLIC/GNOD59J9/FR9CLICGNOD59J9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/CLIC/GNOD59J9/FR9CLICGNOD59J9.SMALL.jpg Harlan Whitman Howdy, We are S.I.N. Cycles builders of gravity fueled machines. This is our most recent build, hope you enjoy! Just want to add that if you are interested in some of our other machines check out http://sincycles.blogspot.com/  A Gravity Bike? It is what it sounds like, a bicycle that goes down hil...
By: Harlan Whitman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 May 2011 09:40:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/License-Plate-Bike-Fender/
License Plate Bike Fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SMALL.jpg lxc6 Build a bicycle fender from a license plate! Fenders are nice to have when you need to ride in wet weather. Road gunk spraying you from below is a lot worse than rain pouring on you from above.  I wanted a fender for my 26" front wheel. Turns out a license plate works perfectly. It's the right len...
By: lxc6

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 03:23:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Complete-Tandem-Bike-Build/
Complete Tandem Bike Build - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/EMTX/GGMMR3WT/FZNEMTXGGMMR3WT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/EMTX/GGMMR3WT/FZNEMTXGGMMR3WT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/EMTX/GGMMR3WT/FZNEMTXGGMMR3WT.SMALL.jpg B4SEC4MP This is a true tandem bike build. From two bikes to one. No shortcuts. If this is what you've been looking for... here are my tips, tricks, mistakes and advice. If this doesn't seem like your cup of tea... consider it anyway! This project is a great opportunity to get creative, learn some great sk...
By: B4SEC4MP

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jan 2011 14:32:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pencil-Bike/
Pencil Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/MN34/GFRWRZWP/FNCMN34GFRWRZWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/MN34/GFRWRZWP/FNCMN34GFRWRZWP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/MN34/GFRWRZWP/FNCMN34GFRWRZWP.SMALL.jpg ellenhereandthere What could be more practical than a bicycle that doubles as a pencil?!  It is surprisingly easy to make this fun and functional 'riding implement' out of an old kid's bike and a 4" x 4" wooden beam.  Start Design on the CAD system See Woodenbikes' genius "CAD" instruct...
By: ellenhereandthere

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 May 2011 20:00:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Bamboo-Bicycle-And-Light-it-up/
Build a Bamboo Bicycle (And Light it up!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SMALL.jpg Technochicken If you have ever wanted to build your own bicycle frame, but can't afford a framebuilding class or the materials to braze a frame, building one out of bamboo and carbon fiber is a great and relatively inexpensive way to get started.  In this Instructable, I will explain in detail how to build a grea...
By: Technochicken

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:51:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Mini-Recumbent-from-a-Kid-Bike/
Make a Mini Recumbent from a Kid Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/GSNC/GM9QKKVD/FIFGSNCGM9QKKVD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/GSNC/GM9QKKVD/FIFGSNCGM9QKKVD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/GSNC/GM9QKKVD/FIFGSNCGM9QKKVD.SMALL.jpg Woodenbikes &ampamp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br&ampamp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; CAD system Layout CAD (Cardboard Aided Design) layout of 12 inch wheeled small recumbent. Yellow lines show the chain line. You can also see the Center of Gravity (approximately the bellyb...
By: Woodenbikes

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:17:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-bike-worm-racer/
How to make a bike worm racer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/ECCA/GM9QKAFA/FNYECCAGM9QKAFA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/ECCA/GM9QKAFA/FNYECCAGM9QKAFA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/ECCA/GM9QKAFA/FNYECCAGM9QKAFA.SMALL.jpg maxstevenson This 16 foot long earthworm/bicycle was raced in the Davis Deadly Derby VI with Team Worm Bin (Me, Clara, Jenny, Bobby, and Rezz). We got third place out of 10 teams! It's support frame is 3 inch PVC pipe, the skin is from burlap sacks, and stuffing is straw. It weighs about 35 lbs, cost about $40 ...
By: maxstevenson

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Apr 2011 01:15:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Red-Baron-Childs-Bicycle-Trailer/
Red Baron Child's Bicycle Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/7NZ3/GLPH1MTV/FEJ7NZ3GLPH1MTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/7NZ3/GLPH1MTV/FEJ7NZ3GLPH1MTV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/7NZ3/GLPH1MTV/FEJ7NZ3GLPH1MTV.SMALL.jpg tmherrin This instructable will detail how to make a small airplane bicycle trailer.  I make these for sale, but am glad if other people try their hand at it.  I make a plane, train, tank, taxi and tractor version of these.  My son loves this particular trailer (it was my first) and I bet your child will lov...
By: tmherrin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 21:02:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/motorcycle-whack-bonk/
motorcycle whack-bonk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/V2KO/GJQEDOGB/FVZV2KOGJQEDOGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/V2KO/GJQEDOGB/FVZV2KOGJQEDOGB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/V2KO/GJQEDOGB/FVZV2KOGJQEDOGB.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Anyone who has spent any time on a motorcycle has probably experienced some close calls with unobservant drivers. Motorcycles and cyclists are powerless most times to do anything in these situations, other than shake a fist and yell in hopes the offending driver hears your colourful language over th...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Apr 2011 10:12:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dinabike/
Dinabike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/R1IR/GLFUE19Y/F2XR1IRGLFUE19Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/R1IR/GLFUE19Y/F2XR1IRGLFUE19Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/R1IR/GLFUE19Y/F2XR1IRGLFUE19Y.SMALL.jpg ajtorres Electric Bike with energy generator. This project was developed by students from 12th of a vocational Course of Computer Maintenance at EPFelgueiras (Portugal), as part of PAP project under my orientation. The goal was to build an electric bike under European legal rools but with a good performance ...
By: ajtorres

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:36:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Powercranks-for-less-than-600/
Powercranks for less than $ 6.00 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/Z43O/GKS0SV6U/FFVZ43OGKS0SV6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/Z43O/GKS0SV6U/FFVZ43OGKS0SV6U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/Z43O/GKS0SV6U/FFVZ43OGKS0SV6U.SMALL.jpg Ob1kn0b The other day I found some videos on the internet about powercranks and they seem quite interesting until you get to know the price, more than a thousand dollars in the US plus the smuggler fee and bribes to import those things to my third world country, we will be talking about $3,000, I could buy ...
By: Ob1kn0b

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Mar 2011 14:04:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Ghostride-a-Bike/
How To Ghostride a Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SMALL.jpg dan This month I'll teach you a simple skill that is very handy for car-free living. I know everyone out there loves their bicycle, and generally it is inseparable from the self. But now and then you or a friend has somehow left a bike locked up somewhere else and needs to get it. No need to trek out th...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Feb 2011 17:35:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/What-Not-to-Build-Drunk-Bike/
What Not to Build: Drunk Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/OR3L/GK0YUNQZ/FNZOR3LGK0YUNQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/OR3L/GK0YUNQZ/FNZOR3LGK0YUNQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/OR3L/GK0YUNQZ/FNZOR3LGK0YUNQZ.SMALL.jpg TheMadTinker I go to a little work college somewhere near nowhere.  Everyone there works for the college at least fifteen hours a week, in addition to keeping up with their academic obligations.  It's great.  I work in the Community Bike Shop, fixing bikes, helping students build bikes, and teaching bike repair ...
By: TheMadTinker

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Feb 2011 07:26:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Antique-Bicycle/
Antique Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SMALL.jpg carlitos Picture yourself riding one of these, and you will be the talk of the town. Here I'll show you how to build your own antique bike like the Ordinary Bicycle, also called a Penny-Farthing -- common in the 1880s which became an iconic symbol for transportation history.  With an old bike...
By: carlitos

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:21:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Party-Sound-Trailer/
Bike Party Sound Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SMALL.jpg dan Build a mobile sound system for off-grid concerts and dance parties! This setup uses dual 12" PA speakers.  A hidden below-board 24V battery keeps the handling stable.  The flat-bed trailer design is easy to build, lightweight and durable.  We integrated ~150W amps inside each speaker, but other am...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 20:52:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/diy-quarter-pipe-instructable-easy/
diy 4ft. or 3ft.quarter pipe easy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/1EOM/FK7OAARR/FH31EOMFK7OAARR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/1EOM/FK7OAARR/FH31EOMFK7OAARR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/1EOM/FK7OAARR/FH31EOMFK7OAARR.SMALL.jpg the_burrito_master this instructable will show you how to easily make a perfect quarter pipe with: 4: sheets of 1/4 inch 4 by 8ply wood 6: sheets of 1/2 inch 4 by 8 ply wood 11: 2 by 4s each 5 ft 11 inches long 2: 2 by 4s at least 5 ft long. if you want to build a 3 ft half pipe use 3 sheets of 1/2in ply wo...
By: the_burrito_master

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:02:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Bikers-LED-Light-Flip-flopping/
Make a Bikers LED Light. Flip-flopping. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/DYV3/GGAORDAM/FXODYV3GGAORDAM.SMALL.jpg ynze Bikers are vulnerable at night in traffic. Now, being vulnerable is fine, as long as it can be noticed by others. So what does a biker need to get noticed at night? That's right! Blinking starlight! Have a look at the video: If you can't see the video, take a look at it here. But where I live, ...
By: ynze

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Nov 2010 05:38:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Bicycle-Ramp/
Build A Bicycle Ramp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SMALL.jpg lee_schnitz This is a simple project that evolved from a promise to my son, Max. Earlier this spring, I found him dragging some plywood and bricks out of the garage. I asked him what he was doing, and he said 'building a bike ramp', I told him not to do that, and we would build one the right way.So we sat do...
By: lee_schnitz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jul 2007 16:28:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-bicycle-pump/
Automatic bicycle pump - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/7EN5/HYDEP27VP7Q/FD37EN5HYDEP27VP7Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/7EN5/HYDEP27VP7Q/FD37EN5HYDEP27VP7Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD3/7EN5/HYDEP27VP7Q/FD37EN5HYDEP27VP7Q.SMALL.jpg Aleksi Fill your bicycle wheels with conveniently available pressurized air stored in automobiles. Materials You need a 50cm-100cm long air hose and two chucks. Make sure the hose fits very tightly on the chucks. Assembly Push the hose onto the chucks. It should be a very tight fit. If it is too tigh...
By: Aleksi

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:07:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Rear-Mudguard/
Recycled Rear Mudguard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SMALL.jpg BillieGene This is a quick hack I just thought of to make a rear mudguard for the rainy season. It should be noted that this setup may be only suitable for those with a unused rear brake bridge like those cycling fixed gear bikes or those with disc brakes. The reason for this is that the guard is mounted on th...
By: BillieGene

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