Instructables: exploring - outside - diy - popular http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 16:32:55 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY pannier handlebar mount http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-pannier-handlebar-mount/
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Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:59:08 PDT
DIY Camping Hammock http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-camping-hammock/
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Wed, 2 Jun 2010 20:04:16 PDT
Toolbox Compatible Bike Valet With Fork Mounts For Pickup Trucks 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...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:49:50 PDT
Diy tandem 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 ...
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Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:56:10 PDT
DIY Electric Skateboard http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Electric-Skateboard/
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Tue, 9 Apr 2013 08:10:51 PDT
How to make a tire swing! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-tire-swing/
How to make a tire swing! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/02LI/FGXS2K1I/F4J02LIFGXS2K1I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/02LI/FGXS2K1I/F4J02LIFGXS2K1I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/02LI/FGXS2K1I/F4J02LIFGXS2K1I.SMALL.jpg adlabens This explains how to build a tire swing. On the surface, a simple tire with a rope would seem to be a good tire swing. After all, it worked for us when we were children. But, these days, just tying a rope to a tire is not good enough. For purchased play sets, tires are now mounted horizontally i...
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Sun, 1 Jun 2008 21:14:54 PDT
Center Stitched Paracord Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Center-Stitched-Paracord-Bracelet/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane More knotty stuff on my blog:  Stormdrane's Blog This video shows how to add stitching to an already made paracord bracelet, using 1.4mm diameter cord with a lacing needle.  I have a photo collage, in a blog post done several years ago, for tying the particular woven bracelet used for the stitching...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:39:12 PDT
Nordic skates made of inlines http://www.instructables.com/id/Nordic-skates-made-of-inlines/
Nordic skates made of inlines - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SMALL.jpg jenspen Let's say you live in a country that have lots of ice in the winters with frozen lakes and seawater. That's the case fore me, I live in Sweden, to be more precise in Stockholm. A nice activity is to ice skate when there's an opportunity. But the equipment is rather expensive according to me. I figu...
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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 14:46:38 PST
DIY rebuild of a Zippo lighter http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-rebuild-of-a-Zippo-lighter/
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Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:29:09 PST
Office Chair Luxury Sports Sled AKA "The Relaxitrator" http://www.instructables.com/id/Office-Chair-Luxury-Sports-Sled-AKA-The-Relaxitra/
Office Chair Luxury Sports Sled AKA "The Relaxitrator" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/PGDU/HCV9BUCZ/FTGPGDUHCV9BUCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/PGDU/HCV9BUCZ/FTGPGDUHCV9BUCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/PGDU/HCV9BUCZ/FTGPGDUHCV9BUCZ.SMALL.jpg Aurimasmb This is a quick DIY sled Logan Williams and I built to celebrate the huge blizzard this past weekend in Boston. It's a luxury sleigh capable of extreme speeds and maneuverability - the Bentley Continental of DIY Sleds. Video demonstrating our first experience of The Relaxitrator's inexplicable ...
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Sun, 10 Feb 2013 16:43:00 PST
DIY Survival PVC Bow http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Survival-PVC-Bow/
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Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:40:37 PDT
Homemade bike repair stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-bike-repair-stand/
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Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:04:00 PST
Free megaphone (megýfono gratis) http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-megaphone-megfono-gratis/
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Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:38:10 PDT
Zigzag Spooling Paracord http://www.instructables.com/id/Zigzag-Spooling-Paracord/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/C6WL/GRTHM0HM/F45C6WLGRTHM0HM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/C6WL/GRTHM0HM/F45C6WLGRTHM0HM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/C6WL/GRTHM0HM/F45C6WLGRTHM0HM.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane Some cord and string comes from manufacturers on spools without end caps, wrapped around the spool in a zigzag type pattern that keeps it from spilling off the sides.  This video demonstrates how to wrap paracord onto a spool in that manner.  I used the same method with my Carabiner Paracord Spool ...
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Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:17:22 PDT
How to make a layered oak bow (or How NOT to make a pyramid bow) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-layered-oak-bow-or-How-NOT-to-make-/
How to make a layered oak bow (or How NOT to make a pyramid bow) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/KF7M/GRTHM9RO/FX5KF7MGRTHM9RO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/KF7M/GRTHM9RO/FX5KF7MGRTHM9RO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/KF7M/GRTHM9RO/FX5KF7MGRTHM9RO.SMALL.jpg RCS82 I've been wanting to make my own bow for a while and I had been reading up on it for a couple weeks when I decided to give it a go. I figured I'd make a pyramid bow based on Tool Using Animal 's instructable, found here . (Props to him by the way. Great instructions. I just didn't follow them very ...
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Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:25:38 PDT
Convert a Fiskars brush knive into a survival tool/platform http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-a-Fiskars-brush-knive-into-a-survival-tool/
Convert a Fiskars brush knive into a survival tool/platform - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/79A9/HAQ39N17/FL679A9HAQ39N17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/79A9/HAQ39N17/FL679A9HAQ39N17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/79A9/HAQ39N17/FL679A9HAQ39N17.SMALL.jpg Ximmers This Instructable will show you how to add a hatchet function to your Fiskars/Gerber brush knife making it a versatile tool for hiking and bushcraft. The Fiskars brush knife is a high quality tool for a moderate price available pretty much everywhere. While it does make up for a big knife it could ...
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Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:06:22 PST
Pocket Sized Camp Stove (The Improved http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Camp-Stove-The-Improved-quotPenny-/
Pocket Sized Camp Stove (The Improved - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FL6/2H5Y/FX23WEWL/FL62H5YFX23WEWL.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FL6/2H5Y/FX23WEWL/FL62H5YFX23WEWL.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FL6/2H5Y/FX23WEWL/FL62H5YFX23WEWL.SMALL.jpg Javin007 NOTE: A lot of work has gone into this instructable. If you appreciate it, please rate it! This instructable actually came about through necessity. I love camping, and often go hiking in the woods. How often have you spent a day fishing, and wished you could throw some fresh fish into a pan right t...
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Fri, 3 Jul 2009 20:21:44 PDT
Cobra Weave Key Fob http://www.instructables.com/id/Corbra-Weave-Key-Fob/
Cobra Weave Key Fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SMALL.jpg tevers94 You may have seen my instructables on paracord bracelets, well this is the same design with a few variations.  I used to reach in my pockets and have to search for my keys.  Now i reach in and go right for the key fob.  These can be all one color, or multi colored.  Supplies -6ft of gutted parac...
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Sat, 27 Mar 2010 17:54:41 PDT
Redneck Backyard Zamboni Ice Resurfacer http://www.instructables.com/id/Redneck-Backyard-Zamboni-Ice-Resurfacer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/NQJR/HA4MD9KD/FOCNQJRHA4MD9KD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/NQJR/HA4MD9KD/FOCNQJRHA4MD9KD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/NQJR/HA4MD9KD/FOCNQJRHA4MD9KD.SMALL.jpg web4deb What's the best thing to do with an old riding mower?  Make a home made ice resurfacer with it! This old riding mower had a blown engine so I built this one doing the following: Stripped off all the old mower decking and non-important parts and repainted it purple. Put on a small surplus e...
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Tue, 4 Dec 2012 09:34:41 PST
1000+ lumen MTB Light - Drill / Miter Saw http://www.instructables.com/id/1000-lumen-MTB-Light-Drill-Miter-Saw/
1000+ lumen MTB Light - Drill / Miter Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/J2I9/HA5M6YTG/F5UJ2I9HA5M6YTG.SMALL.jpg mtbgrinder FIRST POST!! Last year I set out to create a MTB light (Helmet and Bar) for trail riding without breaking the bank and with reasonable tooling and parts sourcing.  Everything here was sourced from Fastenal, Newark Electronics, Battery Space and LED Supply.com  To say the least, I'm very happy with t...
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Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:58:19 PST
Cross Knot Paracord Lanyard http://www.instructables.com/id/Cross-Knot-Paracord-Lanyard/
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Sun, 22 May 2011 05:01:14 PDT
Hack your messenger bag to make a bike pannier http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-your-messenger-bag-to-make-a-bike-pannier/
Hack your messenger bag to make a bike pannier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/9K7Y/H9G19JCH/F979K7YH9G19JCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/9K7Y/H9G19JCH/F979K7YH9G19JCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/9K7Y/H9G19JCH/F979K7YH9G19JCH.SMALL.jpg grammers I have a couple of messenger bags that I don't use very often (coincidentally, i also live in San Francisco). After some doctor-says so, I decided to lighten the load on my back and shoulders so I converted the bag to a pannier.  The whole process took about 1 hour and cost me less than $30.  The pr...
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Sun, 18 Nov 2012 21:45:32 PST
Hack-A-Lantern: Recycled Computer Power Supply Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-A-Lantern-Recycled-Computer-Power-Supply-Fla/
Hack-A-Lantern: Recycled Computer Power Supply Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/JLJC/H8CVIC6S/FVEJLJCH8CVIC6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/JLJC/H8CVIC6S/FVEJLJCH8CVIC6S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/JLJC/H8CVIC6S/FVEJLJCH8CVIC6S.SMALL.jpg bennelson Do you have lots of spare computer parts? Do you like to be prepared for emergencies? Are you ready for the zombie apocalypse? Do you get what I mean when I say the word "Junk-Punk"? If so, then you should build yourself a Recycled Computer Power Supply Lantern! Using salvaged, repurposed, and reus...
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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:41:41 PDT
DIY Bike Grips http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Grips/
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Sat, 10 Nov 2012 20:33:40 PST
How to Build a sail boat that is much cheaper than retail ones. http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-sail-boat-that-is-much-cheaper-than-retail/
How to Build a sail boat that is much cheaper than retail ones. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KGLA/H672XEXR/F7TKGLAH672XEXR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KGLA/H672XEXR/F7TKGLAH672XEXR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KGLA/H672XEXR/F7TKGLAH672XEXR.SMALL.jpg When in doubt, duct tape! WARNING: WEAR PROTECTIVE GEAR AT ALL TIMES. GLOVES, BOOTS, AND WHEN PAINTING A GAS MASK. DO NOT TRY TO SAIL THIS ON THE SEA OR IN DEEP WATER WITHOUT A LIFE VEST. This boat is made for calmer water, and rough waves may shred the boat.  DO NOT sail if you cant swim! Hi guys, I'm publishing yet a ne...
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Thu, 6 Sep 2012 13:13:36 PDT
The "Solar Baby 2 " Solar Oven. http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Solar-Baby-2-Solar-Oven/
The "Solar Baby 2 " Solar Oven. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/JPTP/H6738HP5/FLVJPTPH6738HP5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/JPTP/H6738HP5/FLVJPTPH6738HP5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/JPTP/H6738HP5/FLVJPTPH6738HP5.SMALL.jpg aleutianwind This is a larger version of The Solar Baby that was in another instructable i did a while back.  This one cooks better than the last one and can cook larger meals. It seals better and has better insulation. It has the curved back and pivoting sun finding system same as the Solar Baby.The hinged lid/...
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Sat, 25 Aug 2012 00:12:33 PDT
BIKE LIGHT 500 Lumen "Mt.Bike" for under 10 bucks NOW W/ LED TECHNOLOGY by Veggiecycle http://www.instructables.com/id/BIKE-LIGHT-500-Lumen-%22Mt.Bike%22-for-under-10-bucks-/
BIKE LIGHT 500 Lumen "Mt.Bike" for under 10 bucks NOW W/ LED TECHNOLOGY by Veggiecycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8V/9Y4O/SP6EP27UBDH/F8V9Y4OSP6EP27UBDH.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8V/9Y4O/SP6EP27UBDH/F8V9Y4OSP6EP27UBDH.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8V/9Y4O/SP6EP27UBDH/F8V9Y4OSP6EP27UBDH.SMALL.jpg veggiecycle Most good rechargeable tungsten halogen Bike Lights that put off a good deal of light (200 to 600 lumen) cost a ton of money 75 to 200 bucks. I took my really expensive light apart and found that its just a bulb you can buy anywhere for $ 4.00 and some rechargeable batteries. So here is a CHEAP way ...
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Wed, 8 Mar 2006 01:59:17 PST
DIY- Portable Toolbox Grill- Improved! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Portable-Tool-Box-Grill/
DIY- Portable Toolbox Grill- Improved! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/66KK/H673CMGL/F7566KKH673CMGL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/66KK/H673CMGL/F7566KKH673CMGL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/66KK/H673CMGL/F7566KKH673CMGL.SMALL.jpg bajablue My idea of a great family vacation doesn't include fancy hotel rooms or fine dining.  Hubby and I are literally happy campers sleeping under a ceiling of stars and a quiet campfire to light the night. Every Fall, we take a roadtrip south-of-the-border to sunny Baja California Sur.  The 3-4 day trek...
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Mon, 6 Aug 2012 10:21:07 PDT
DIY Pool Filter http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Pool-Filter/
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Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:59:17 PDT
homemade pool , outdoor tub , water filter http://www.instructables.com/id/homemade-pool-outdoor-tub-water-filter/
homemade pool , outdoor tub , water filter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FBC/Q855/H3Z3OL3O/FBCQ855H3Z3OL3O.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBC/Q855/H3Z3OL3O/FBCQ855H3Z3OL3O.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBC/Q855/H3Z3OL3O/FBCQ855H3Z3OL3O.SMALL.jpg bobby sissom Welcome to my instructable on diy homade outdoor tub / pool / hottub , water filter construction.As always, I am always looking for ways to save money. My goal is to live like a king,on a poor man's budget.A while back i constructed an diy outdoor water tub,in order to allow myself and my family to ...
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Sat, 30 Jun 2012 22:01:24 PDT
How To Lose 50lbs. The Fun Way! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Lose-50lbs-The-Fun-Way/
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Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:00:14 PDT
DIY Electronic Derailleur http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Electronic-Derailleur/
DIY Electronic Derailleur - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/XMVB/H2WEJD36/FVZXMVBH2WEJD36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/XMVB/H2WEJD36/FVZXMVBH2WEJD36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/XMVB/H2WEJD36/FVZXMVBH2WEJD36.SMALL.jpg nabilt If you just want to get building move on to step 1. Background This instructable is part of a larger project to build the ultimate bicycle computer, which you can read about on my blog. It will show you how to build an electronic rear derailleur for Shimano parts. I've tested it on the RD-4500 Shim...
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Mon, 4 Jun 2012 22:17:05 PDT
Hull Assembly Methods (Overview) http://www.instructables.com/id/Hull-Assembly-Methods-Overview/
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Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:44:00 PDT
Atomic Zombie's Carnage chopper bicycle http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-Carnage-chopper-bicycle/
Atomic Zombie's Carnage chopper bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/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 ...
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Mon, 24 Jul 2006 08:59:29 PDT
Emergency Fishhooks http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Fishhooks/
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By: TheREAL_Xman

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Thu, 5 Apr 2012 07:31:37 PDT
Fun & easy sailboat [Protei 009.1] http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-easy-sailboat-Protei-0091/
Fun & easy sailboat [Protei 009.1] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SMALL.jpg frits297 We are two students from the Technical University of Eindhoven and we are currently working on Protei, an open-source initiative to develop sailing drones to clean the oceans.  We designed and built a sailboat that could be easily adapted to different designs, we also took into account to built it ...
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Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:27:59 PST
Pocket Alcohol Stove - "Jet Stove" (Camper's Guide) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Jet-Stove-Pocket-Sized-Alcohol-Powered-Stov/
Pocket Alcohol Stove - "Jet Stove" (Camper's Guide) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/LDIQ/GXUYU3IU/FUQLDIQGXUYU3IU.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Today I am going to show you how to make a "Jet Stove". A stove that can fit right into your pocket! The stove can be powered by hand alcohol or anything similar. There are tons of useful applications for it. You can use it for camping, for winter warming, during brownouts, when you run out of LPG t...
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Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:35:05 PST
Restoring a vintage Dumpster Bike http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoring-a-vintage-Dumpster-Bike/
Restoring a vintage Dumpster Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2ZT7/GXRD6HKB/F1J2ZT7GXRD6HKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2ZT7/GXRD6HKB/F1J2ZT7GXRD6HKB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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...
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Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:46:31 PST
How to Build a Longboard http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Your-Own-Custom-Longboard/
How to Build a Longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SMALL.jpg bellbros123 This is a simple, easy, and cheap way to build your own longboard instead of paying hundreds of dollars. Materials Wood Glue 2 or 3 - 1/4" plywood sheets (depending on the amount of flex wanted)  Fiber glass cloth  Fiber glass resin and hardener  Longboard trucks Clear grip tape http://www.youtube...
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Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:34:23 PST
DIY Gas Mask http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Gas-Mask/
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Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:49:25 PST
redneck outdoor tub http://www.instructables.com/id/Beat-the-summer-heat/
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Sat, 6 Aug 2011 21:02:07 PDT
make your own charcoal http://www.instructables.com/id/make-your-own-charcoal/
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Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:49:24 PDT
Celtic Button Knot http://www.instructables.com/id/Celtic-Button-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This video will show how to tie a Celtic Button Knot, using a length of paracord for the demonstration.  The 'Celtic Button Knot' looks similar to the 'Lanyard Knot', but is tied along a single strand of cord instead of using two strands. They can be useful as decorative stopper/terminal knots.  Th...
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Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:55:24 PDT
Priming Wick for Alcohol Stove [and Pot Stand] http://www.instructables.com/id/Priming-Wick-for-Alcohol-Stove-and-Pot-Stand/
Priming Wick for Alcohol Stove [and Pot Stand] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/8VFR/GP7IFJ91/FK28VFRGP7IFJ91.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Priming Wick Made from Household Materials An alternative to using a priming pan or a fibreglass wick wrap on your drinks can stove. Tools and Materials You will need... Needle-nose pliers with wire cutters (or Leatherman) 1 bolt, 5 or 6mm diameter (I used M6) Thin, bendable wire like snar...
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Sun, 3 Jul 2011 12:23:28 PDT
Build a Bamboo Bicycle (And Light it up!) 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SMALL.jpg ben_k 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...
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Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:51:22 PDT
PET Bottle Fish Trap (Trampa de PET para peces) http://www.instructables.com/id/FEC-FastEasyCheap-fish-trap-with-two-soda-bott/
PET Bottle Fish Trap (Trampa de PET para peces) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/KWCP/FQCTIOS6/FF8KWCPFQCTIOS6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/KWCP/FQCTIOS6/FF8KWCPFQCTIOS6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/KWCP/FQCTIOS6/FF8KWCPFQCTIOS6.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 When I was a boy (many, many years ago), I used to go fishing. But I was never an sportsman, I only fished for eating fresh fish at night. (Cuando yo era un muchacho -hace muchos, muchos años-, me gustaba ir a pescar. Pero yo nunca fui un deportista, pescaba solamente para comer pescado fresco a la...
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Sun, 25 Jan 2009 06:29:49 PST
Duct Tape Hammock http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Hammock/
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Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:56:28 PDT
How to Install Drip Irrigation http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Install-Drip-Irrigation/
How to Install Drip Irrigation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/NJ0L/GAA12HGI/F0LNJ0LGAA12HGI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/NJ0L/GAA12HGI/F0LNJ0LGAA12HGI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/NJ0L/GAA12HGI/F0LNJ0LGAA12HGI.SMALL.jpg Thisoldhouse.com TIME 2 hours COST Starts at $40 DIFFICULTY Easy In most parts of the country, trying to keep yards watered throughout the summer requires an open tap like you haven’t seen since your last fraternity kegger. Which isn’t so great if you live in a conservation-conscious area that restricts sprinkler u...
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Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:30:57 PDT
How to Build Your Own Fire Pit http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Your-Own-Fire-Pit/
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Mon, 7 Jan 2008 09:10:36 PST
DIY Lockring Pliers http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Lockring-Pliers/
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Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:14:17 PST