http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 14:16:03 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Road-bike-shift-indicator-using-scrap-packaging/
Road bike shift indicator using scrap packaging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SMALL.jpg acevh3 I really don't like to cross-chain. It's never been a problem before, since I've always had a pretty good sense of what rear cog I'm in. But when I got a bike with a compact double after riding 12 years with a triple, it seems like I'm shifting the front so often that now it's hard to keep track of ...
By: acevh3

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 21:24:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pressurized-Hydration-Pack/
Pressurized Hydration Pack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/8OVN/HFD1DNOO/FE78OVNHFD1DNOO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/8OVN/HFD1DNOO/FE78OVNHFD1DNOO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/8OVN/HFD1DNOO/FE78OVNHFD1DNOO.SMALL.jpg jdsachems19 This is an instructable for a presurized hydration pack. There is a co2 bike pump which pressurizes the hydration pack storing the liquid and the pressure inside the pack forces the liquid out of the hose giving it a spraying effect. The parts for the project are listed below and it is important to...
By: jdsachems19

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 21:00:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-coroplast-boat/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/HMRR/HFD1F5VG/FN1HMRRHFD1F5VG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/HMRR/HFD1F5VG/FN1HMRRHFD1F5VG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/HMRR/HFD1F5VG/FN1HMRRHFD1F5VG.SMALL.jpg BATbuilder What did you make? I made a coroplast boat.  What is coroplast?  Coroplast is a plastic material that you can fold just like cardboard, but it is waterproof.  The hull is made from a folded piece of coroplast with a piece of plywood for the transom (the flat part on the back of the boat).  I used P...
By: BATbuilder

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:44:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Catamaran-SUP/
Catamaran Stand Up Paddle board (SUP) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/TFA7/HFD17ULK/FYYTFA7HFD17ULK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/TFA7/HFD17ULK/FYYTFA7HFD17ULK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/TFA7/HFD17ULK/FYYTFA7HFD17ULK.SMALL.jpg mayala6 This is a fiber glass catamaran stand up paddle board or simply SUP. SUP boards are more related to a boat like construction rather than a surfboard. The sport of stand up paddle boarding came about in the era of surfing. It is a much larger board used along with a paddle in a standing fashion, to e...
By: mayala6

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:33:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-pannier-handlebar-mount/
DIY pannier handlebar mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SMALL.jpg boxofpoo Where I live it rains on average of 155 days annually so good rain gear is a must and I always carry them in my pannier. I commute everyday on my bike and I also enjoy recreational cycling on weekends and holidays switching between the full size commuter and 20" folder. Mounting panniers on the comm...
By: boxofpoo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:59:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Cycle-Programmable-RGB-LED-Strips-on-Bike-F/
Light Cycle: Programmable RGB LED Strips on Bike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SMALL.jpg cstewart000 I have already been working on similar projects, this one really is the next step of an earlier project. See: http://www.instructables.com/id/Inbedded-Bike-Rim-Lights/ And before we get started, we should have a demonstration of the finished effect (the video is when the bike wasn't yet covered). ...
By: cstewart000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 01:34:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hummingbird-Feeder-Hanger-And-Perch-with-Optional/
Hummingbird Feeder Hanger And Perch (with Optional Ant Trap) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/B3P9/HGH6JDMG/FY3B3P9HGH6JDMG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/B3P9/HGH6JDMG/FY3B3P9HGH6JDMG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/B3P9/HGH6JDMG/FY3B3P9HGH6JDMG.SMALL.jpg jguy2 My wife and I purchased a Perky Pet Antique Bottle Hummingbird Feeder. When we got home we brainstormed ways to hang it because it didn't come with a hanger or a chain that matched the metal hoop on the feeder. We came up with 3 or 4 lame ideas before my wife suggested we use the interwebz... Duh! S...
By: jguy2

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 07:47:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rope-Tackle-for-Pioneering-Use-Truckers-Hitch/
Rope Tackle for Pioneering Use (Trucker's Hitch) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/WSTL/HGH721SJ/FDWWSTLHGH721SJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/WSTL/HGH721SJ/FDWWSTLHGH721SJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/WSTL/HGH721SJ/FDWWSTLHGH721SJ.SMALL.jpg Larry Green When you want to lift or pull more than your own strength will permit, or when you want to make a heavy lifting job a little easier, the rope tackle is a device that can be used. The idea behind a rope tackle is similar to that of a tackle using blocks and pulleys. In a rope tackle, one lead (end) ...
By: Larry Green

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 20:24:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Pizza-Carrier-built-from-scrap-materials/
Bicycle Pizza Carrier built from scrap materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SMALL.jpg ajax_electronics I love bicycles and I love pizza.  So, what could be better than using my bike to pick up a pizza!*  That is the inspiration behind this instructable - a Bicycle mounted pizza carrier.  Unfortunately it will be difficult to exactly duplicate my build (more on that later), but hopefully this instru...
By: ajax_electronics

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 20:33:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Enhancing-the-Bike-to-Work-Day-experience/
Enhancing the Bike-to-Work-Day experience - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SMALL.jpg Woodenbikes It's easy to be a bike to work day hero and to improve the ride for many bike commuters. On Bike to Work Day, I grab my bike pump, chain lube and a few simple adjustment tools and ride down to my local bike trail or energizer station. There, I join the fun and set up shop to do quick tire top-offs, ...
By: Woodenbikes

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TubeFob-Handy-Bicycle-Inner-Tube-Luggage-Tie/
TubeFob: Handy Bicycle Inner Tube Luggage Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw TubeFob: Handy Bicycle Inner Tube Luggage Tie This is how I carry a strip of inner tube that can be used to tie down groceries etc. to the luggage rack of my bike. As fellow makers will appreciate, this stuff has many other uses. Why not add inner tube to your Every Day Carry alongside paracord and...
By: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 06:39:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Removable-Turn-Signal-Light/
Removable Turn Signal Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SMALL.jpg Gezus My goal was to add some type of blinker style, turn signal lights to my bike. The lights had to be removable and composed of bits & pieces from spare parts laying around the house. I'm hoping this servers more as inspiration than a step-by-step how to, your scrap pile of recycled glory may be differ...
By: Gezus

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 18:38:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Trailer-Hitch-to-Luggage-Rack/
Bicycle Trailer Hitch (to Luggage Rack) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Here is how I made a strong and permanent hitch for my bike trailer. The trailer is a Bellelli Eco Trailer Maxi which I modified (with a little woodworking) to a luggage rack level hitch. Why? The original seat post hitch did not adjust high enough to ride level - and I hate seat post hitches, as t...
By: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 11:09:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Spike-theft-deterrent/
Bike Spike- theft deterrent. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SMALL.gif FriendOfHumanity Hello, Bike thieves are a pain in the bottom; I thought that I would get my own back. Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you  . . . the bike spike. When locking your bicycle in a dodgy area simply remove your saddle and replace it with the bike spike. Please read on  . . . Materials and tools A pie...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 11:07:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Gallery-with-Moving-Walls-on-Bicycle/
Art Gallery with Moving Walls on Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SMALL.jpg dontstop1990 I'm not sure what to call this yet but for now lets go with The Art Pedaler (get the pun?). The Art Pedaler is designed to be a pop-up art gallery that can situate itself anywhere. Artwork is to be hung on a motorized conveyor belt wall that spins slowly around the bicycle attracting the attention ...
By: dontstop1990

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 21:29:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apartment-PVC-Bike-Rack/
Apartment PVC Bike Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SMALL.jpg fuego316 For my apartment I needed a rack to keep my bike upright and off the walls. Nothing can be permanent in my apartment so I built a portable rack from PVC Materials List I wanted to keep this simple construction 3/4" PVC and connectors was used throughout. Materials: 2x 10' PVC piping 6x: L Connec...
By: fuego316

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 22:53:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tune-Up-Your-Brakes/
How to Tune-Up Your Brakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SMALL.jpg p.garratt Tuning up and re-aligning your brakes is pretty easy. This will reduce wear on your brake pads, reduce squealing, and make the lever easier to pull. There are two main steps, realigning the brake pads and adjusting the tension in the brake cable. To make this a little bit easier, there's a picture ...
By: p.garratt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 11:09:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Interior-bike-rack-for-Rav4/
Interior bike rack for Rav4 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SMALL.jpg acevh3 I made this for my 2010 Rav4, but I assume it will work for all 2006-2012 Rav4s since they have the same body style. I wanted to be able to stand up the bike inside (with the front wheel removed) so that I didn't have to worry about the possible damage or security problems of an exterior rack, but ...
By: acevh3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 12:10:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-weld-rear-wheel-drive-recunbent-la-Vronimatik/
No weld rear wheel drive recumbent la Vronimatik - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SMALL.jpg m a r i a n o This bicycle is really easy to do, cheap, and does not requires any welding skills. Front wheel drive recumbents not requiring welding are popular in instructables: http://www.instructables.com/id/Front-Wheel-Drive-Center-Steer-Semi-Recumbent-Bicy/ http://www.instructables.com/id/Chucks-No-Weld-Re...
By: m a r i a n o

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 22:02:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Repainting-Explained/
Bike Repainting - Explained... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SMALL.jpg cadllmn ... I hope. My girlfriend has had the same bike for almost her entire 2-wheeled life. Though I am not sure exactly which mid-90's year her Raleigh 'Tarantula' came from. It's an old one and treated like most family bikes... Sadly, I don't have a full picture of the bike before I started - Only thi...
By: cadllmn

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 08:36:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/From-beat-down-pram-to-shiny-kids-trailer/
From beat down pram to shiny kids-trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SMALL.jpg uersel Some months ago we where cleaning out one of our prop storage rooms (they really tend to fill up and get messy very quickly). While throwing out old useless stuff, I found the leftovers from a 50ies or 60ies pram. There was no more cover, the wheels belonged to another pram, only the body and the ha...
By: uersel

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 14:53:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/MONSTER-Chain-Single-Speed-MTB/
MONSTER Chain Single Speed MTB! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SMALL.jpg sw.machinist This idea came to me when I broke a chain on my hard-tail GT MTB.  I have always wanted to ride a SS and now was my chance.  This Monster chain conversion (motorcycle chain) is stronger and heavier than conventional bike chain so it can put up with more abuse and last longer. Parts & Supplies!! S...
By: sw.machinist

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 23:06:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Crank-Removal-Tool/
Bike Crank Removal Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SMALL.jpg sw.machinist This Instructable will show you how to build/ machine your own bike crank removal tool from SCRATCH and for under 3.00 $!! I know that Park Tool has their own crank removal tool but, WHAT IF you want to make your own?? Materials & Tools Materials •1.375 inch x 1" Dia   6061 aluminum solid r...
By: sw.machinist

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 00:42:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Fork-Graphics-Removal/
Bike Fork Graphics Removal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SMALL.jpg josh So I Hated The Printed Decals On My Forks Got a good deal on some new forks for my mountain bike but I hated the graphics. Mostly because I don't want anyone to know I'm riding RST shocks... So I wanted to remove them. Trouble is they're not just decals. Some chump decided to print them on the f...
By: josh

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 09:24:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Waterproof-Camera-Float/
Waterproof Camera Float - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/5JE1/HFSH7SGY/FI15JE1HFSH7SGY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/5JE1/HFSH7SGY/FI15JE1HFSH7SGY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/5JE1/HFSH7SGY/FI15JE1HFSH7SGY.SMALL.jpg flstumpjumper The Things You Will Need Pool noodle, a pair scissors, some para cord, a clip, and a lighter. Thread The Noodle Loop the pair cord and thread it through the noodle with the loop going in first. Put the other ends of the para cord through the looped end of the Para cord you pushed throu...
By: flstumpjumper

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 16:11:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Pedal-Fix/
Bike Pedal Fix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SMALL.jpg joker31698 During a recent bike ride my son went to pedal after walking across a section of grass, and as he did his pedal just dropped out from under his foot. It must have been loose, working its way out, and when he pushed down it ended up stripping out the threads, making it difficult to screw and tighten ...
By: joker31698

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 18:14:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cupholder-for-Big-Drinks/
Bicycle Cupholder for Big Drinks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SMALL.jpg troopersmachine A few years back I started riding a bike to commute to and from work.  I like to drink large cokes and iced teas so I felt the need for a cupholder that would fit my 64oz cup.  None of the sport bottle holders I saw were even close, so I made a heavy duty cupholder for my bike out of a chunk of alum...
By: troopersmachine

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 00:01:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbon-disc-wheel-for-a-track-bike-without-custom-/
Carbon disc wheel for a track bike without custom tooling - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SMALL.jpg ideas2cycles This instructable describes how to make a one-off carbon track disc wheel without having to fabricate jigs, tools or moulds. A lathe and a drill press/milling machine is needed as well as some common composite lay-up supplies. Basic knowledge of machining and laminating is required. The wheel is ma...
By: ideas2cycles

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 09:34:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fly-fishing-Maggot-fly-blowfly-larvae-step-by-/
Fly fishing - Maggot fly (blowfly larvae) step by step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/M12W/HDOW3J02/FIOM12WHDOW3J02.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/M12W/HDOW3J02/FIOM12WHDOW3J02.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/M12W/HDOW3J02/FIOM12WHDOW3J02.SMALL.jpg Korvinst Yummy… necrophagous larvae, or maggots, of the blowfly. The larvae of many species of fly feed on dead tissue. Is it disgusting? Not. It is part of Nature. This is highly useful as an ecosystem service as they very effectively clean up any carrion that is missed or left over any from larger scavenge...
By: Korvinst

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2013 01:58:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Massive-Snowmobile-Tank-Bike/
Build A Massive Snowmobile Tank Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SMALL.jpg jsmith259 After getting inspired by the final episode of American Choppers and then seeing my neighbors driving around on their snowmobiles, I set out to make a crazy combination of the two as a pedal-powered monstrosity.  I designed and constructed this bike in just under three weeks using three broken bikes...
By: jsmith259

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 02:39:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Almost-too-Bright-Bike-Light/
Almost too Bright Bike Light (blue or what ever color you want) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SMALL.jpg jguthrie3 A friend of a friend of mine asked me to build a rear bike light that would be better than anything he could buy (for a budget of $45). So I set out to build this light and I thought I might as well try to help anyone else out there that want to do a similar project. He rides road but there is no re...
By: jguthrie3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:38:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Lock-from-Laptop-Security-Cable/
Bike Lock from Laptop Security Cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SMALL.jpg chunkyhampton This is a simple and short instructable to make a cable bike lock/bike lock extender from a disused laptop secutiry lock cable, like this. A number of these laptop security cables were donated to my local hackspace in Nottingham UK (www.nottinghack.org.uk). I needed a cable extender for my bike lock...
By: chunkyhampton

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 07:53:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-60/
Bicycle LED Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid This Instructable will guide you through the process of lighting your bike with LED lights. I get these lights pretty cheap on eBay and the biggest cost is batteries. I use a 12 volt rechargeable battery, but you can use other configurations. The video posted above is a quick guide to lighting yo...
By: Tater Zoid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 16:21:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-tandem/
Diy tandem - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Ok, to begin with I'm sorry about the limited amount of pictures taken during the actual build. I was a little bit too excited while building this to think of regularly taking pictures, some of you might know a little bit about this... So if the pictures don't make it clear enough, feel free to ask ...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:56:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-great-big-tall-bike/
How to build a great big tall bike. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SMALL.gif FriendOfHumanity Hey, here is my great big tall bike.  I was given lots of parts of bicycles and as as none of them were any good or complete I decided to uses up all the parts that I could to make something beautiful. I used two mountain bike frames and an extra sets of forks ( three in total) and a bmx back whee...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 07:48:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Toolbox-Compatible-Bike-Valet-With-Fork-Mounts-For/
Toolbox Compatible Bike Valet With Fork Mounts For Pickup Trucks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SMALL.jpg Nick_momo396 Do you ever wonder how you could fit your bike into your truck without a hassle? Do you have a toolbox and/or a shortbed pickup truck and have no way to transport your bike other than those pesky bungee cords? Look no further, because with my new design, I will revolutionize the way you transport yo...
By: Nick_momo396

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:49:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Drillium-Drilled-bike-components/
Make Your Own Drillium! (Drilled bike components) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SMALL.jpg distanceman89 Today we are going to learn how to make Drillium! For those that are curious, drillium (and millium) are words developed to describe bike components that have been modified by means of drilling holes in them or machining them to decrease weight and add personality. I'm not going to give a history o...
By: distanceman89

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:56:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rope-ladder/
Rope ladder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TFVK/HFWST64U/FELTFVKHFWST64U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TFVK/HFWST64U/FELTFVKHFWST64U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/TFVK/HFWST64U/FELTFVKHFWST64U.SMALL.jpg rinkishimo We do geocaching with family and friends and sometimes it's really hard to get someone somewhere high or low and rope ladder comes quite handy. This instructable is about our first one made only from two ropes as we had plenty of ropes around ;) Safety first, so adult person with common sense shoul...
By: rinkishimo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:07:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Bike-Disk-Brake-Carving-Knife-Set/
Build A Bike Disk Brake Carving Knife Set - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/XWA5/HFSH4XEP/FD5XWA5HFSH4XEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/XWA5/HFSH4XEP/FD5XWA5HFSH4XEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/XWA5/HFSH4XEP/FD5XWA5HFSH4XEP.SMALL.jpg desertsniper After I showed you guys the hatchet I made with the disc brake I pondered what else can be made with this great piece of steel? That's when i thought of making a few carving knives.thanks for looking and enjoy. Please Vote! The hatchet i made can be found here     http://www.instructables.com/id/Bu...
By: desertsniper

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:07:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Bike-Stand/
PVC Bike Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SMALL.jpg dmuldoonlla We needed a bike rack.  Bad.  Like, the shop is a disaster bad.  Lucky for us, we had lots of PVC lying around, so it was time to make our own!   After searching around the internet for design ideas, we settled on this one.  We adapted this design to hold 7 bikes, rather than the original 5, by sim...
By: dmuldoonlla

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:01:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Kayak-Anchor-Trolly/
Kayak Anchor Trolly - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/LDMN/HFD1FSUX/FRYLDMNHFD1FSUX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/LDMN/HFD1FSUX/FRYLDMNHFD1FSUX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/LDMN/HFD1FSUX/FRYLDMNHFD1FSUX.SMALL.jpg Kayak Kid       Hey this is an instructable I am making about how to make an anchor trolley, for under five dollars.  An anchor trolley is what allows you to basically tie off your anchor line at the front or back of your kayak.  This I would say is for one of those times when the wind is blowing hypothetical...
By: Kayak Kid

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 08:11:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wooden-balance-bike-diary/
How to wooden balance bike (diary) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SMALL.jpg tazier123 This is an instructables on how to make a wooden balance bike that is also my diary of making for my GCSE product design project. What You Will Need To be able to make this balance bike you Will Need the following:2cm thick plywood 2cm thick pine (floorboard without tounge and groove)2.5cm thick...
By: tazier123

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:31:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Bike-Taillight-Upgrade-Incandescent-to-LED/
Retro Bike Taillight Upgrade - Incandescent to LED conversion (With Magnetic Switch) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SMALL.jpg Doodyideas I love my retro bikes. I've had about 6 of them over the years and despite their quirks (and sometimes dangers) you learn to love these beautiful steeds. But you know what REALLY annoys me? My Incandescent dynamo taillights and the amount of tiny little bulbs I've been through over the years! If th...
By: Doodyideas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:57:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-and-classy-Bike-speedometer-installation/
Clean and classy Bike speedometer installation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SMALL.jpg brianbarkey Anyone who has ever installed a bike computer/speedometer knows the problem.  How do you route the speedo wire in a way that is both good looking and keeps it out of the spokes and wheel?  Why do they give me 10 feet of wire?  Why are there only 3 cable ties in the kit?   And of course it ends up l...
By: brianbarkey

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:34:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-liftable-visor-for-a-full-face-MTB-helmet-/
Make a liftable visor for a full-face MTB helmet (longboarding :) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SMALL.jpg caronte23 This instructable will cover how to shape cut and bend a polycarbonate sheet into a visor for your helmet. WARNING: Doing this unproprely might lead to toxic fumes inhalation, so be safe and do this at your own risk. Things you need: -1mm sheet of polycarbonate (enough to make a few tries) -A3 siz...
By: caronte23

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 05:22:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Wetsuit-Hanger/
Paracord Wetsuit Hanger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/39F6/HFD1EWFU/FQT39F6HFD1EWFU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/39F6/HFD1EWFU/FQT39F6HFD1EWFU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/39F6/HFD1EWFU/FQT39F6HFD1EWFU.SMALL.jpg Petergottm Wetsuit shoulders starting to show some wear! Time for an upgrade! Tools Required Screw gun/drill, hand saw, lighter, scissors or something to cut the paracord & something pointy to push the paracord through the holes. Materials Pretty simple parts list just an old wetsuit hanger little bit of...
By: Petergottm

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:02:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-fire-pit-with-built-in-log-storage-rack-1/
Portable fire pit with built in log storage rack. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/9KJV/HFD1CZAZ/FT89KJVHFD1CZAZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/9KJV/HFD1CZAZ/FT89KJVHFD1CZAZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/9KJV/HFD1CZAZ/FT89KJVHFD1CZAZ.SMALL.jpg peinkc If you ever wanted a fire pit without spending  $80+ dollars, this if for you.   The total cost of this project was under $15.00.  Depending on materials on hand,  you should be able to put one of these together for about the same amount of money. You start with a search for a suitable shopping car...
By: peinkc

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:02:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Swedish-Torch/
Swedish Torch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/D2HE/HF23XEEQ/F64D2HEHF23XEEQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/D2HE/HF23XEEQ/F64D2HEHF23XEEQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/D2HE/HF23XEEQ/F64D2HEHF23XEEQ.SMALL.jpg josh If you have access to a chainsaw some dry softwood and a Swede here's a great way to make a self-contained camp fire with integrated pot supports! Cut 3 Slots In The Log. Unfortunately I am not dexterous enough to use a chainsaw and take pictures simultaneously. Sorry. Use the saw to cut at least...
By: josh

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 12:13:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Platonic-Solid-bike-light-fixture/
Platonic Solid bike light fixture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SMALL.jpg BradNiedt This instructable will show you how to make a platonic solid bike light fixture for a Bontrager "Glo" bike light.  This project began as a way to meld my passion for biking, geometry, and art. I remixed a platonic solid design created by WilliamAAdams from thingiverse to create the fixtures. The li...
By: BradNiedt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Wheel-Laundry-Airer/
Bike Wheel Laundry Airer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Here in the UK, we love drying our laundry outside . . . It is free, 100% environmentally friendly and it is always raining in England. Oh well, did I mention that it is free? So check out this bicycle-related Instructable that I actually use. Features Approx 20 feet of drying space. Des...
By: JohanJShaw

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