http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 05:25:07 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/1000-lumen-bike-light-from-7-flashlights/
1000 lumen+ bike light from $7 flashlights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SMALL.jpg gtoal I found a particular cheap Cree flashlight that lends itself well to being used as a bicycle headlamp if you gang 4 of them up together.  This is a really easy one to build. This light is rated around 280 to 300 "Chinese Lumens", i.e. it's probably in the 200 - 250 lumen range in reality, but that'...
By: gtoal

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 13:15:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-bicycle-frame-jig/
A simple bicycle frame jig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SMALL.jpg ideas2cycles This is an instructable for building your own bicycle frame jig. It was designed by ideas2cycles for bonding, laminating, brazing and tack welding. Welding can be a bit tricky, since there are beams behind every joint which could be in the way. The design is inspired by this instructable, but made ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 13:14:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tall-Bike-Project/
Tall Bike Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SMALL.jpg couchchangeracing My nephew and I were looking at a cool book about building wacky bikes. We decided a tall bike would be a good one for a first project. This was an educational adventure as well. He learned how to work with metal, create from instructions and expand his comfort zone with some adventure. The Part...
By: couchchangeracing

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 16:56:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Work-Stand-Attachment-for-Black-Decker-W/
Bicycle Work Stand Attachment for Black & Decker Workmate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub I have very limited space to work on things and limited storage space, so I have to make the most of what I have. I wanted a workstand for my mountain bike, but didn’t particularly want to spend $300 on one. I also didn’t really want to have to find room to store it, so I devised an attachment to fi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:05:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cargo-Trailer/
Bicycle Cargo Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This Instructable is entered into the Metal Challenge, Wheels Challenge, and the Make it Real Challenge.  If you think its a winner please vote for it in these contests.  I also have another Instructable in the Make it Real Challenge, DIY CNC Router, check it out and vote for it too!  Thanks Have y...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:40:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reverse-steering-bike/
Reverse steering bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim           We're not professional welders, but we attempted to build one of those reverse steering badass bikes. We started with watching internet vids, and a special visit to our favourite scrap metal junkyard. And found there an amazing not even rusty differential . We had two bikes, one adult size...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:30:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing-Bicycle-Projects/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/3LAX/GHDSFFWQ/FW63LAXGHDSFFWQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/3LAX/GHDSFFWQ/FW63LAXGHDSFFWQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/3LAX/GHDSFFWQ/FW63LAXGHDSFFWQ.SMALL.jpg zazenergy Welcome to the Instructables eBook, Amazing Bicycle Projects! Bicycles have been undergoing a creative renaissance. More and more people are building, modifying, and getting around on bicycles every day. The Instructables community is home to some of the most creative and dedicated bicycle hackers ...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2011 15:22:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featherlight-fender/
Featherlight fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SMALL.jpg Castor bricoleur Designed for commuters and travelers, this fender will help you and your followers to stay clean on the road. There is actually no many product on the market that fits great with bike racks. The one I create take advantage of the bike luggage rack. Using a simple folding trick that I've learn doing ...
By: Castor bricoleur

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:08:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorcycle-Headlight-for-Bicycle-Light/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SMALL.jpg jenspen Old motorcycle light converted to LED for bicycle. The LED: http://www.satisled.com/1w-high-power-led-white-star-emitter-8090lm_p118.html
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 15:51:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Train-Horn-Bicycle/
Extremely Loud Train Horn Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SMALL.jpg TheChadster   So you want to be loud? You want to make a statement? You want to scare the crap out people? A train horn will do the trick. Do you want to stand out in the process? Than a bike with a train horn attached will defiantly do the trick!  So you may be aski...
By: TheChadster

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 22:49:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plain-Jane-Brooks-B17-into-a-Sexy-Brooks-Swallow/
Plain Jane Brooks B17 into a Sexy Brooks Swallow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SMALL.jpg mjursic Long time listener, first time caller. I love the sexy look of side rails on a leather bike saddle.  I’m funny that way. What I really wanted was a Brooks Swallow saddle, but I couldn’t afford the $320.00 price-tag.   So I went to ebay and bought a B17 for $69, all in and decided to make my OWN Swal...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 13:19:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/In-Home-Bike-Rack/
In-Home Bike Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/IMOX/H0C6MFMV/FCKIMOXH0C6MFMV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/IMOX/H0C6MFMV/FCKIMOXH0C6MFMV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/IMOX/H0C6MFMV/FCKIMOXH0C6MFMV.SMALL.jpg bikeaccessories This guide will show you how to build an inexpensive bicycle rack out of PVC pipe that can hold 2 bikes inside your residence.  It could also be placed in a garage if you would like. These instructions are broken down as follows: 1. Parts Needed 2. How to build the rack 3. Other tips and tricks M...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:20:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Change-Road-Style-Bicycle-Brake-Levers/
How to Change Road-Style Bicycle Brake Levers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/IUDQ/GZYCFPNA/FJ6IUDQGZYCFPNA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/IUDQ/GZYCFPNA/FJ6IUDQGZYCFPNA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/IUDQ/GZYCFPNA/FJ6IUDQGZYCFPNA.SMALL.jpg drum15243 Bicycles are a great way to get around and are an economical, environmentally friendly means of transportation.  However, they can also be dangerous if not in proper working order, leading to injury or even death.  These instructions will explain how to replace the brake levers on a road bike, allow...
By: drum15243

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:34:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-Desk-for-Stationary-Recumbent-Exercise-Bicy/
Laptop Desk for Stationary Recumbent Exercise Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/9JMK/GZQR3SVQ/FFJ9JMKGZQR3SVQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/9JMK/GZQR3SVQ/FFJ9JMKGZQR3SVQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/9JMK/GZQR3SVQ/FFJ9JMKGZQR3SVQ.SMALL.jpg therishel I spend a couple of hours on most days reading and responding to email or browsing on my laptop.  I recently purchased a used stationary recumbent exercise bicycle and wanted to add a laptop desk to it so that I can get in some exercise while I work and browse.  I spent less than $20 on materials an...
By: therishel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:01:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-bike-chain-guard-made-from-large-chain-ring/
Simple bike chain guard made from large chain ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/Y4SC/GYQFN6W2/FW2Y4SCGYQFN6W2.SMALL.jpg BradMartinson I built an inexpensive chain guard for my bike.  Getting your pant leg or shoelaces caught in the chain while riding is at the very least annoying, and can potentially be very dangerous.  The usual pant clip does keep your pant cuff out of the chain, but does not keep shoelaces safe. I ride a fairl...
By: BradMartinson

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:36:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Trailer-5/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6BZP/GYQFMRBV/FR36BZPGYQFMRBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6BZP/GYQFMRBV/FR36BZPGYQFMRBV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6BZP/GYQFMRBV/FR36BZPGYQFMRBV.SMALL.jpg RedShedProjects If you only want details of the build without the background; look for the different stages/parts in bold. Ever since I started biking I had wanted to expand my options and make a trailer and then when I started kayaking I found the perfect excuse to make a trailer - for my boat. This would mean I ...
By: RedShedProjects

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:31:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Recumbent-Trike-Seat/
Building a Recumbent Trike Seat. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YNR8/GYGES4XJ/FDXYNR8GYGES4XJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YNR8/GYGES4XJ/FDXYNR8GYGES4XJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YNR8/GYGES4XJ/FDXYNR8GYGES4XJ.SMALL.jpg kentdvm This instructable outlines the steps required to build an inexpensive wooden recumbent trike seat from 1/8" plywood.  Any thin sheet of wood could be used but I found 3-ply birch plywood bent quite well.   I purchased the plywood from my local Rockler Woodworking store.  The finished seat is comfort...
By: kentdvm

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:48:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Recumbent-Bamboo-Trike-Frame/
Building a Recumbent Bamboo Trike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/YORI/GYH33G0N/FOEYORIGYH33G0N.SMALL.jpg kentdvm I've always been fascinated by bamboo and when I decided to build a recumbent trike it seemed like the obvious material choice for me.  Bamboo is beautiful, light, stronger than mild steel and renewable.  It does present some challenges however, as culms or poles are not perfectly round, taper from ...
By: kentdvm

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

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

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:46:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Buying-used-bikes-for-beginners/
Buying used bikes for beginners - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/3VCH/GXL5UPFO/F4P3VCHGXL5UPFO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/3VCH/GXL5UPFO/F4P3VCHGXL5UPFO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/3VCH/GXL5UPFO/F4P3VCHGXL5UPFO.SMALL.jpg JacobAziza (The content in this Instructable first appeared in my new blog at http://biodieselhauling.blogspot.com/ To my 40 Instructables subscribers, and anyone who stumbles across this and likes it, be sure to take a look, as much of what I write isn't quite right for an Instructable.) Bikes are perhaps th...
By: JacobAziza

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:28:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Converting-a-Child-Trailer-for-a-Bicycle-to-a-Carg/
Converting a Bicycle Child Trailer into a Cargo Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/YJEY/GWYAF4ZJ/FETYJEYGWYAF4ZJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/YJEY/GWYAF4ZJ/FETYJEYGWYAF4ZJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/YJEY/GWYAF4ZJ/FETYJEYGWYAF4ZJ.SMALL.jpg bicyclebuck If you are anything like me (and I'm guessing you are since you found this article), you bought a trailer to haul around your first-born before she (or he) could hold her head up. Now that you have many adventures with your child(ren) in tow and passed along the cycling bug, it's time to re-purpose ...
By: bicyclebuck

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:54:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Dyno-convert-your-pedal-power-to-HORSEPOWER/
Build a Bike Dyno- calculate YOUR HORSEPOWER! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/JPOC/GX5XKRPA/FDUJPOCGX5XKRPA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/JPOC/GX5XKRPA/FDUJPOCGX5XKRPA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/JPOC/GX5XKRPA/FDUJPOCGX5XKRPA.SMALL.jpg dorkpunch What do  you do with an old, broken treadmill that's taking up space?  Hack it up and convert it to a Bicycle Dynamometer!  What, you may ask, is a dynamometer?  Well, simply put its a machine used to measure power output- usually of an engine, but in this case, its measuring the power output of YOU...
By: dorkpunch

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:29:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Night-Bike/
Night Bike! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/0HPG/GWF5UJVI/FKT0HPGGWF5UJVI.SMALL.jpg Adobi Gas is too expensive and not ecofriendly, so I like to bike wherever I can... unfortunately that means a lot of biking back from work at night.  This always makes me a little nervous, how much can you trust drivers going 45 miles per hour right past you?  I mean, a little dinky bike light can only d...
By: Adobi

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 19:47:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-free-bending-bicycle-chain-wallet-ch-1/
How to make a free bending bicycle chain wallet chain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/0ILY/GWPDT34X/FIV0ILYGWPDT34X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/0ILY/GWPDT34X/FIV0ILYGWPDT34X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/0ILY/GWPDT34X/FIV0ILYGWPDT34X.SMALL.jpg gaceves009 Have you ever tried to use a bicycle chain to secure your wallet to yourself and found it frustrating and cumbersome  due to the fact that that it does not bend freely in all directions....   If you do as listed in this instructable  you can make a free flowing bicycle chain wallet chain....  I have...
By: gaceves009

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:28:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-turn-signals-for-a-bicycle/
Simple turn signals for a bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/4APE/GTXK8LLD/FF44APEGTXK8LLD.SMALL.jpg NEIN If you commute regularly on your bicycle, the lack of sun in the winter can be a bit intimidating, particularly if your journey is not well lit. I ride my bike to work all year around, and in November, much of my commute is in the dark. I have a good set of lights (front and rear) to see where I'm...
By: NEIN

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:37:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Waterproof-housing-for-you-mobile-during-bicycle-t/
Waterproof housing for you mobile during bicycle tours - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/CZES/GPAS278C/FMYCZESGPAS278C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/CZES/GPAS278C/FMYCZESGPAS278C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/CZES/GPAS278C/FMYCZESGPAS278C.SMALL.jpg frickelkram This instructable shows you how to easily build a water proof housing for your mobile phone. Trying to use my mobile phone as a navigation and tracking device during a bicycle tour forced me to look for a proper dock to mount it on the handlebar of my bike. I am using a HTC desire Z. This mobile h...
By: frickelkram

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:10:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-minute-electric-bicycle/
5 minute electric bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/XE2A/GTPK5XRH/F8SXE2AGTPK5XRH.SMALL.jpg ride on toy dude * Since you asked, here is a link to a video of the bike in action. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ98oZ8h4HQ this is my first instructable so please point out any mistakes. For this Instructable you will need the following materials -a bicycle -a cordless drill (any voltage will work but the ...
By: ride on toy dude

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 08:56:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-bike-storage-rack-for-many-bikes-in-small-a/
Bike Rack / Bike Storage for the Home or Apartment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/R9UO/J2JET9K5Q2T/F2JR9UOJ2JET9K5Q2T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/R9UO/J2JET9K5Q2T/F2JR9UOJ2JET9K5Q2T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/R9UO/J2JET9K5Q2T/F2JR9UOJ2JET9K5Q2T.SMALL.jpg dan On a typical morning - after a bowl of oats and a cup of green tea - I head out the door and bike to work.  Well, I try to head for the door.  Usually I'll get to about spitting distance before stumbling over a Specialized or a Giant.  I'll move those to the side and get about 2 more steps.  Then i'...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2006 16:24:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-heel-clipless-bike-shoes/
High-heel, clipless bike shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PA2Y/GR8OQGOF/FWHPA2YGR8OQGOF.SMALL.jpg corwin I was inspired to make these shoes on my ride home one evening when I witnessed a beautiful woman riding in high-heels along Market Street in San Francisco. True to form, I will acknowledge that I noticed the sexy handmade bike before the woman, and what was (perhaps, unfortunately) most noteworthy ...
By: corwin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 22:30:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Voltage-Regulated-5-V-Bicycle-Dynamo-Light-USB/
Voltage Regulated [5v] Bicycle Dynamo Light & USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/TCHO/GSEEJZIP/FKRTCHOGSEEJZIP.SMALL.jpg sgomes3 Even though, there are plenty of "Dynamo Bike Light" instructions on this site, I thought I would share mines.   The great news, there are NO resistors in my circuit.    It has a fixed 5 volt output, so you can ride as fast as you want without worrying about burning out the LEDs.  Also, since this h...
By: sgomes3

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Sep 2011 10:50:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Bicycle-Repair-Stand/
DIY Home Bicycle Repair Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/AWPL/9Q2ES9J4ZJ8/FCTAWPL9Q2ES9J4ZJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/AWPL/9Q2ES9J4ZJ8/FCTAWPL9Q2ES9J4ZJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/AWPL/9Q2ES9J4ZJ8/FCTAWPL9Q2ES9J4ZJ8.SMALL.jpg pizz easy sturdy home bicycle repair stand. What you need: black plumbing pipes: (for top of stand) 1 - 2" piece 2 - 3" pieces 2 - 4" pieces 3 - 3/4" elbows 1 - 3/4" T-joint (center of stand) 1 - 36" pipe (Bottom of stand) 4 - 10" pieces of pipe 2 - 12" pieces of pipe 1 - 3/4" T-joint 4 - 3/4" pipe ...
By: pizz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2006 20:22:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/build-a-custom-wide-coaster-hub-bicycle/
build a custom wide coaster hub bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/BIBT/GRFNE4AO/FDLBIBTGRFNE4AO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/BIBT/GRFNE4AO/FDLBIBTGRFNE4AO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/BIBT/GRFNE4AO/FDLBIBTGRFNE4AO.SMALL.jpg 2nup350 here are some details on making a wide rear coaster hub like the one i used on this bike. this is what you need this assumes you understand how a coaster hub works and what it looks like inside. you need two hub shells for a coaster brake, the complete guts for at least one of them and an addit...
By: 2nup350

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:08:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Polo-Fixie-in-an-afternoon/
Bicycle Polo Fixie in an afternoon. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/FVR6/GRFMV2B3/FKOFVR6GRFMV2B3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/FVR6/GRFMV2B3/FKOFVR6GRFMV2B3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/FVR6/GRFMV2B3/FKOFVR6GRFMV2B3.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity Hey, a fellow that I know asked if I would be interested in helping set up a bicycle polo team. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardcourt_Bike_Polo He has just bought a lovely shiny fixie bicycle and is manically enthusiastic about trying the sport out. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fixed-gear_bicycl...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 02:37:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-simplest-bicycle-framebuilding-jig-I-could-com/
The simplest bicycle framebuilding jig I could come up with... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/B53P/F23Z34M5/FD7B53PF23Z34M5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/B53P/F23Z34M5/FD7B53PF23Z34M5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/B53P/F23Z34M5/FD7B53PF23Z34M5.SMALL.jpg drwelby Here's a jig for building bicycle frames. This design is something I've been slowly picking away at for several years. Being both a cheapskate and not having much in the terms of machine tools and/or skills to use them, I've slowly come up with this design.It's based off the easily available 8020 ex...
By: drwelby

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2007 21:56:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Row-pull-push-bike-la-marianette/
Row pull-push-bike "la marianette" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/K7AZ/GQTM7FHN/FIHK7AZGQTM7FHN.SMALL.jpg m a r i a n o Here is how I build a simple rowing bicycle with a child’s bicycle and a folding bike. Several rowing bicycles are available aiming to improve upper body training. However, they are expensive, it is difficult to find local distributors and most of them are not really suitable for everyday use. This...
By: m a r i a n o

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Aug 2011 22:29:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-simple-bike-lock-0-10-dollars/
Make a simple bike lock (0-10 dollars) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/T7Z2/FT7PUKHL/FDLT7Z2FT7PUKHL.SMALL.jpg kill.cactus Bikes are great things. Unfortunately, no bike lock is going to stop someone from stealing your bike. Locks are only deterrents that make it more of a hassle for someone to steal your bike. This article from Slate magazine will show you how much you need to spend to protect your bike from hand tools...
By: kill.cactus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:06:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorized-Drift-Trike/
Motorized Drift Trike!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/6IRS/GPLJ1I23/FNV6IRSGPLJ1I23.SMALL.jpg josh333 This is my first Instructable If you haven't heard of the new craze called drift triking then you are missing out! A drift trike consists of a tricycle with a pneumatic front wheel and hard plastic rear wheels. The front wheel can have a freewheeling crank or foot pegs Original Drift Triking ...
By: josh333

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2011 05:15:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Charged-LED-Running-Light-with-Flashing-Brak/
Solar Charged LED Running Light with Flashing Brake Light For Bicycles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/SJ5T/GP3T204F/FMKSJ5TGP3T204F.SMALL.jpg hackmattr So after researching the laws to make my motorized bicycle legal in California and sending for the license plate, I have decided to work on the brake light while I wait for the plate. After a couple days of looking at other peoples' designs for their brake light, I have come up with my own design t...
By: hackmattr

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 15:01:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-version-of-a-YAK-Bike-Trailer/
My version of a YAK Bike Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/3P7F/GOCNPMHO/F1P3P7FGOCNPMHO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/3P7F/GOCNPMHO/F1P3P7FGOCNPMHO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/3P7F/GOCNPMHO/F1P3P7FGOCNPMHO.SMALL.jpg djnutz I have long wished I owned one of those fancy B.O.B. Yak trailers.  I pedal at least a couple thousand miles a year on my bike.  As much as I would love to own a Yak, I have other things I would rather spend $300+ on.  This is my first instructable so bear with me if I miss anything.  I tried to tak...
By: djnutz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 18:52:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mountain-Bike-Chopper/
Mountain Bicycle Chopper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/9FK1/GNXX1DL5/FFF9FK1GNXX1DL5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/9FK1/GNXX1DL5/FFF9FK1GNXX1DL5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/9FK1/GNXX1DL5/FFF9FK1GNXX1DL5.SMALL.jpg husamwadi Hey, ever wanted the power to see peoples heads turn?, get that hot girl of your dreams (the validity of this statement is unknown :P ), or just want to look freakin cool? Then you should invest in building your own chopper bicycle! Its fun, not so easy, but still fun! lets get started. This ...
By: husamwadi

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 May 2011 15:28:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Regenerative-Braking-for-Bicycle-Safety/
Regenerative Braking for Bicycle Safety - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/9L7A/GNXX3SEF/FI89L7AGNXX3SEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/9L7A/GNXX3SEF/FI89L7AGNXX3SEF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/9L7A/GNXX3SEF/FI89L7AGNXX3SEF.SMALL.jpg lovelikerobots If you have always wanted to generate electricity on your bicycle but wished for a way that would not add extra work and resistance to your bike ride, then this project is for you.  We will build a regenerative brake for a bicycle, based on 2 geared motors which will power a functional ultra bright ...
By: lovelikerobots

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 May 2011 12:26:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mantis-weedeater-cultivator/
"MAD MANTIS" weedeater cultivator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 Well i had bought a troy bilt 4 stroke weed eater from lowes and i also bought the tiller attachment with it .Well trouble  was to use it you have to bend over to about 2 feet off the ground for it to do cultivate anything .Ouch back breaker ill tell you !! So naturally the 70 dollar attachm...
By: coolbeansbaby68

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Jun 2010 00:56:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Fix-a-Bike-Chain/
How To Fix a Bike Chain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/464Z/GNNUW158/F27464ZGNNUW158.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/464Z/GNNUW158/F27464ZGNNUW158.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/464Z/GNNUW158/F27464ZGNNUW158.SMALL.jpg dan Fixing a bike chain on the street is no harder than fixing a flat tire if you are prepared.  Read on... This article is sponsored by Momentum Magazine and MonkeyLectric.  An edited version of the article appears in Momentum issue 50 What you need To fix a broken chain all you need is a chain t...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 May 2011 14:10:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-trailer-mounted-bike-sound-system/
How to make a trailer mounted bike sound system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/2VTV/GNOD50YU/F1K2VTVGNOD50YU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/2VTV/GNOD50YU/F1K2VTVGNOD50YU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/2VTV/GNOD50YU/F1K2VTVGNOD50YU.SMALL.jpg TheOnlyShasta9 A few years ago I started going to the monthly London Critical Mass bike rides.  Quite often other riders would bring along sound systems, ranging from a couple of speakers on a rear rack to large trailer mounted systems that needed a tandem to tow them!  After one particularly memorable Mass where ...
By: TheOnlyShasta9

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 May 2011 12:39:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/License-Plate-Bike-Fender/
License Plate Bike Fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8QWX/GIWZLIO2/FVQ8QWXGIWZLIO2.SMALL.jpg lxc6 Build a bicycle fender from a license plate! Fenders are nice to have when you need to ride in wet weather. Road gunk spraying you from below is a lot worse than rain pouring on you from above.  I wanted a fender for my 26" front wheel. Turns out a license plate works perfectly. It's the right len...
By: lxc6

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 03:23:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Bamboo-Bicycle-And-Light-it-up/
Build a Bamboo Bicycle (And Light it up!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/E9VJ/GN4CZU1Q/FKFE9VJGN4CZU1Q.SMALL.jpg Technochicken If you have ever wanted to build your own bicycle frame, but can't afford a framebuilding class or the materials to braze a frame, building one out of bamboo and carbon fiber is a great and relatively inexpensive way to get started.  In this Instructable, I will explain in detail how to build a grea...
By: Technochicken

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:51:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbon-Fiber-Bike/
Carbon Fiber Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/ER31/GNED2ICH/FHTER31GNED2ICH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/ER31/GNED2ICH/FHTER31GNED2ICH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/ER31/GNED2ICH/FHTER31GNED2ICH.SMALL.jpg Pankake I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL FRAME BUILDER , this is my first bike build. BUILD AND RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK I am, however, a student in Polymer and Fiber Engineering at Auburn University with access to a composites lab. We have all sorts of fabrics including carbon fiber, fiber glass, kevlar, and all o...
By: Pankake

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2011 21:48:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-bike-freewheel-cleaning/
Old bike freewheel cleaning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/X1K4/GLE1RIUY/F70X1K4GLE1RIUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/X1K4/GLE1RIUY/F70X1K4GLE1RIUY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/X1K4/GLE1RIUY/F70X1K4GLE1RIUY.SMALL.jpg yawneth Hi so i got an old road bike in need of some tlc while trying to disassemble my cassete i disassembled the freewheel it wasn't has hard has people make it out to be so i decided to share how to disassemble and clean your freewheel (this old model only) (I'm not responsible for how you use this info...
By: yawneth

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:55:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Ghostride-a-Bike/
How To Ghostride a Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SMALL.jpg dan This month I'll teach you a simple skill that is very handy for car-free living. I know everyone out there loves their bicycle, and generally it is inseparable from the self. But now and then you or a friend has somehow left a bike locked up somewhere else and needs to get it. No need to trek out th...
By: dan

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