Instructables: exploring - outside - popular http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 21:06:42 PDT BLOX v1.01 How to set up A Fishing Rod For Lure Fishing http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-set-up-A-Fishing-Rod-For-Lure-Fishing/
How to set up A Fishing Rod For Lure Fishing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/PDKR/FTY4CG5V/FV2PDKRFTY4CG5V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/PDKR/FTY4CG5V/FV2PDKRFTY4CG5V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/PDKR/FTY4CG5V/FV2PDKRFTY4CG5V.SMALL.jpg K-Dawg This is an Instructable to help all the beginners of the great sport of fishing! It will show you how to spool(put line on) a reel and attach it to a fishing rod. PLEASE RATE MY INSTRUCTABLE.. What You Will Need You will need:-A Rod-A Reel-Fishing Line-A Lure-A Scissors Putting line on a reel. ...
By: K-Dawg

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Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:13:36 PDT
How to make a coroplast boat 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...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:44:43 PDT
Road bike shift indicator using scrap packaging http://www.instructables.com/id/Road-bike-shift-indicator-using-scrap-packaging/
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Thu, 16 May 2013 21:24:44 PDT
Light Cycle: Programmable RGB LED Strips on Bike Frame 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). ...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 01:34:26 PDT
Rope Tackle for Pioneering Use (Trucker's Hitch) 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

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Mon, 13 May 2013 20:24:56 PDT
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
Hummingbird Feeder Hanger And Perch (with Optional Ant Trap) 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...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 07:47:05 PDT
Pressurized Hydration Pack 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...
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 21:00:52 PDT
How I built a Drift Trike a step by step guide. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-I-built-a-Drift-Trike-a-step-by-step-guide/
How I built a Drift Trike a step by step guide. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z58Q/HAUNN6L4/F2TZ58QHAUNN6L4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z58Q/HAUNN6L4/F2TZ58QHAUNN6L4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z58Q/HAUNN6L4/F2TZ58QHAUNN6L4.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This is a step by step guide to replace the tediously long slide show that frankly did not do any justice to the trike build. I first discovered the world of drift trikes about 6-8 months ago on You-tube and became instantly hooked and decided that I had to build one of these big crazy tricycles to...
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Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:40:42 PST
Catamaran Stand Up Paddle board (SUP) 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...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:33:56 PDT
From beat down pram to shiny kids-trailer http://www.instructables.com/id/From-beat-down-pram-to-shiny-kids-trailer/
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Fri, 10 May 2013 14:53:33 PDT
Buying used bikes for beginners http://www.instructables.com/id/Buying-used-bikes-for-beginners/
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Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:28:25 PST
Enhancing the Bike-to-Work-Day experience http://www.instructables.com/id/Enhancing-the-Bike-to-Work-Day-experience/
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By: Woodenbikes

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Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:18 PDT
Bicycle Trailer Hitch (to Luggage Rack) 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

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Sat, 11 May 2013 11:09:40 PDT
Building the $2 Birdhouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-the-2-Birdhouse/
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By: cheapchuck

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Wed, 4 Feb 2009 19:51:28 PST
TubeFob: Handy Bicycle Inner Tube Luggage Tie 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

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Sun, 12 May 2013 06:39:43 PDT
40 More Handy Tricks http://www.instructables.com/id/More-Handy-Tricks/
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Wed, 5 Sep 2007 15:22:11 PDT
Make a Chalk Bag http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Chalk-Bag/
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By: Natalina

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Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:27:26 PDT
Handy Tricks 7: Bike Mods and Projects http://www.instructables.com/id/Handy-Tricks-7-Bike-Mods-and-Projects/
Handy Tricks 7: Bike Mods and Projects - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/ZSM3/FGTT1P8D/F69ZSM3FGTT1P8D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/ZSM3/FGTT1P8D/F69ZSM3FGTT1P8D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/ZSM3/FGTT1P8D/F69ZSM3FGTT1P8D.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Handy Tricks Seven! Things to do to and with bicycles!To see even more handy tricks, check out the rest of the saga at Handy Tricks 9: Oodles of random tricksand Handy Tricks 8: Island Handy Tricksand Fifty Handy Tricks.and 40 More Handy Tricks and Australian Handy Tricks and Guatemalan Handy Tricks...
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Thu, 29 May 2008 18:17:22 PDT
Bike Spike- theft deterrent. http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Spike-theft-deterrent/
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Sat, 11 May 2013 11:07:41 PDT
Making a Bi-Tone Paracord Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Bi-Tone-Paracord-Bracelet/
Making a Bi-Tone Paracord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/BIVO/HERLZSAM/FUIBIVOHERLZSAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/BIVO/HERLZSAM/FUIBIVOHERLZSAM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/BIVO/HERLZSAM/FUIBIVOHERLZSAM.SMALL.jpg justin.gamer The following are some simple instructions on creating a paracord bracelet using either one or two different colors of cord. These bracelets are worn for fashion and also serve a purpose in the outdoor industry. Once the bracelet is disassembled, you can use the twine for snares, traps, tie-downs, a...
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Fri, 10 May 2013 23:32:15 PDT
Bike Lock from Laptop Security Cable 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...
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Thu, 2 May 2013 07:53:35 PDT
DIY asymmetrical Hammock Tent with Tarp ( homemade hammock tent ) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-asymmetrical-Hammock-Tent-with-Tarp-homemad/
DIY asymmetrical Hammock Tent with Tarp ( homemade hammock tent ) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/63Z9/H7430DDJ/F6H63Z9H7430DDJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/63Z9/H7430DDJ/F6H63Z9H7430DDJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/63Z9/H7430DDJ/F6H63Z9H7430DDJ.SMALL.jpg sean byfield This instructable shows the major steps in making a hammock tent with a waterproof tarp. All the materials are readily available online or in any large or small town fabric store and even some big box retail stores that have fabric sections in them. The fabric is ripstop nylon off the shelf. I was l...
By: sean byfield

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Sun, 23 Sep 2012 16:04:10 PDT
DIY Bike Stand http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Stand/
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Sat, 18 Aug 2012 20:44:03 PDT
15-30lb PVC bows http://www.instructables.com/id/15-30lb-PVC-bows/
15-30lb PVC bows - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/BOB0/HGH6XGUL/FJSBOB0HGH6XGUL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/BOB0/HGH6XGUL/FJSBOB0HGH6XGUL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/BOB0/HGH6XGUL/FJSBOB0HGH6XGUL.SMALL.jpg my wookie we built these for scouts and they turned out pretty well, i was very impressed. tools and materials what you need: common sense (this is NOT optional) tools-  heat gun  gloves  a pot  hack saw  vice holder thing (you make this) materials-  3/4" PVC  para-cord optional but highly suggested:  arm ...
By: my wookie

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Thu, 9 May 2013 18:38:48 PDT
DIY Camping Hammock http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-camping-hammock/
DIY Camping Hammock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/LPET/G9XBM7N0/FDTLPETG9XBM7N0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/LPET/G9XBM7N0/FDTLPETG9XBM7N0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/LPET/G9XBM7N0/FDTLPETG9XBM7N0.SMALL.jpg larslovespeace This instructable features how to make a "Do It Yourself" Camping Hammock- (This is my first instructable, so bear with me...) Materials Needed Materials Needed: 1.) Large peice of ripstop nylon - 3 & 2/3 yards - You can get this at most sewing stores: JoAnns, Michaels, even Walmart (if they have...
By: larslovespeace

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Wed, 2 Jun 2010 20:04:16 PDT
How to backpack better with a hammock http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-backpack-better--with-a-hammock/
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Fri, 5 Oct 2007 13:43:48 PDT
Bike Fork Graphics Removal 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

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Wed, 8 May 2013 09:24:18 PDT
Waterproof Camera Float 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...
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Tue, 7 May 2013 16:11:15 PDT
Bicycle Cupholder for Big Drinks http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cupholder-for-Big-Drinks/
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By: troopersmachine

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Mon, 6 May 2013 00:01:52 PDT
Bike Pedal Fix 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 ...
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Sun, 5 May 2013 18:14:32 PDT
Carbon disc wheel for a track bike without custom tooling 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

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Mon, 6 May 2013 09:34:24 PDT
Custom twist bikewheel http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-twist-bikewheel/
Custom twist bikewheel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/2CJS/FPIOL6PF/F0U2CJSFPIOL6PF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/2CJS/FPIOL6PF/F0U2CJSFPIOL6PF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/2CJS/FPIOL6PF/F0U2CJSFPIOL6PF.SMALL.jpg MasterRed Here is my second Instructable on making a custom bicyclewheel with a custom spokelacing. Actually this is the first tutorial I've made but it is the second one converted to an Instructable. The start will be the same as in the Custom Star bikewheel Instructable but from step 4 Lacing the wheel it ...
By: MasterRed

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Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:15:57 PST
"If you buy a bike from the internet, this is how it will come"- How to safely assemble a cheap, children's internet bike. http://www.instructables.com/id/If-you-buy-a-bike-from-the-internet-this-is-how-/
"If you buy a bike from the internet, this is how it will come"- How to safely assemble a cheap, children's internet bike. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/8GNP/HFPTIR64/FB38GNPHFPTIR64.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/8GNP/HFPTIR64/FB38GNPHFPTIR64.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/8GNP/HFPTIR64/FB38GNPHFPTIR64.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity A step by step method of building a child's bike safely. I was passing a bike shop and I saw this clever piece of advertising pointing out how difficult it is to assemble a bike ordered online. I see internet  bikes like this in public bike racks ; the parents have assembled them incorrectly. I'v...
By: FriendOfHumanity

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Sun, 5 May 2013 11:35:20 PDT
Fly fishing - Maggot fly (blowfly larvae) step by step 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

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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 01:58:20 PST
Build A Massive Snowmobile Tank Bike 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

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Sun, 5 May 2013 02:39:05 PDT
Almost too Bright Bike Light (blue or what ever color you want) 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

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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:38:14 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
How To Paint A Bike http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Paint-A-Bike/
How To Paint A Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/6ZLA/FVLOD75K/FJ36ZLAFVLOD75K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/6ZLA/FVLOD75K/FJ36ZLAFVLOD75K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/6ZLA/FVLOD75K/FJ36ZLAFVLOD75K.SMALL.jpg ~BenDover~ Whether you are a bike fanatic, a daily rider or just a bike owner, you want your bike to not only preform great but look great as well. Over time your paint will wear down, peel, chip and rust, and at some point you will need to repaint it. Repainting your bike doesn't have to be a expensive proces...
By: ~BenDover~

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Sat, 6 Jun 2009 09:05:52 PDT
Unlock 4 digit cable lock http://www.instructables.com/id/Unlock-4-digit-cable-lock/
Unlock 4 digit cable lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/3JDJ/GMIGHDA6/F0H3JDJGMIGHDA6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/3JDJ/GMIGHDA6/F0H3JDJGMIGHDA6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/3JDJ/GMIGHDA6/F0H3JDJGMIGHDA6.SMALL.jpg ltnemo2000 My brother's friend found my 6ft On Guard cable lock and promptly reset the combination to something he was too lazy to remember. so I cam up with this method to find the lost combination and save the world (my world) This is the semi-hard way. it's not the exhaustion method (trying every possibilit...
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Sun, 24 Apr 2011 20:44:19 PDT
Purple Fig Solar Cooker http://www.instructables.com/id/Purple-Fig-Solar-Cooker/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 02:46:15 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
Fix your bike. Grease your bearings and change your freewheel. http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-your-bike-Grease-your-bearings-and-change-you/
Fix your bike. Grease your bearings and change your freewheel. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FWO/U4HZ/FI9N7VVS/FWOU4HZFI9N7VVS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FWO/U4HZ/FI9N7VVS/FWOU4HZFI9N7VVS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FWO/U4HZ/FI9N7VVS/FWOU4HZFI9N7VVS.SMALL.jpg Marsh Most people don't realize this, but your bike needs maintenance. Your axle bearings needs to be cleaned and repacked with grease every 500 miles (100 on a mountain bike). This instructable shows how to repack your axle bearings and install a new freewheel body (if you need one). Remove the wheel ...
By: Marsh

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Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:15:18 PDT
My Survival/Urban Keychain http://www.instructables.com/id/My-SurvivalUrban-Keychain/
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Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:35:36 PDT
Can Stove http://www.instructables.com/id/Can-Stove/
Can Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F6L/6D5H/TKKEP27ZXDX/F6L6D5HTKKEP27ZXDX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6L/6D5H/TKKEP27ZXDX/F6L6D5HTKKEP27ZXDX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6L/6D5H/TKKEP27ZXDX/F6L6D5HTKKEP27ZXDX.SMALL.jpg atman Build a backpacking stove out of two aluminum cans: design is strong, reliable, and extrordinarily lightweight, burns alcohol fuels, and can be made for next to no investment of money. Boil water rapidly, deploy a 'campfire' in the middle of your house, and amuse yourself, with a stove that weighs t...
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Mon, 29 May 2006 00:05:17 PDT
Build a precision bicycle wheel truing stand for less than fifty bucks http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-precision-bicycle-wheel-truing-stand-for-l/
Build a precision bicycle wheel truing stand for less than fifty bucks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/C1RA/FCEIJ3HI/F9CC1RAFCEIJ3HI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/C1RA/FCEIJ3HI/F9CC1RAFCEIJ3HI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/C1RA/FCEIJ3HI/F9CC1RAFCEIJ3HI.SMALL.jpg theopowers Seriously, it will be as precise as any high-end stand. We'll take an inexpensive but solid Performance Spin Doctor truing stand and add threaded indicators to make it much more effective - faster to use, more durable, and light-years more precise - for less than $7. Our base: the Performance hous...
By: theopowers

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Sun, 10 Feb 2008 19:10:36 PST
Make Your Own Drillium! (Drilled bike components) 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...
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:56:57 PDT
Para-cord Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Para-cord-Bracelet/
Para-cord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SMALL.jpg dhopper122 I started making paracord bracelets back in 2005. I learned the basics while I was stationed in Iraq. While there, I looked for better ways to do this. Many different  appoaches, until one method came out as most simple to me. I had seen MANY different ways to do make this items. No, I do not think ...
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Sun, 3 Oct 2010 21:41:49 PDT
Rope ladder 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...
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:07:42 PDT
7 Methods of Primitive Fire Starting http://www.instructables.com/id/7-Methods-of-Primitive-Fire-Starting/
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Wed, 21 Sep 2011 02:48:08 PDT