http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 12:23:49 UTC BLOX v1.01 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 »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 02:40:56 UTC 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 23:08:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-Carnage-chopper-bicycle/
Atomic Zombie's Carnage chopper bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SMALL.jpg KoolKat Full suspension mountain bikes with v-shaped frames have become very popular over the years, so it's no wonder that the local landfill has been seeing more and more of the cheap steel versions lately. The typical lifespan of a department store type bike seems to be about three years. Although fully ...
By: KoolKat

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2006 15:59:29 UTC 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 »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 05:49:04 UTC 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 23:36:25 UTC 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 »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 01:34:53 UTC 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 18:28:17 UTC 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 10:46:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-End-Bike-Theft-The-Honeybike-Project/
How To End Bike Theft: The Honeybike Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/MARL/FGXQOMPG/FZHMARLFGXQOMPG.SMALL.jpg liseman Bike thieves suck, so I decided to get even. Why not track and, if you'd like, shock these most egregious of folk?With a $40 pay-as-you-go cell phone, stun gun, and some basic electronic components, you can teach bike thieves a lesson and, hopefully, foster a small social change through individual ...
By: liseman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jun 2008 06:59:12 UTC 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 »]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2012 03:47:14 UTC 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 »]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:37:10 UTC 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 15:56:25 UTC 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 »]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:30:39 UTC 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 »]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2011 05:29:01 UTC 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 12:15:18 UTC 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 21:06:02 UTC 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 07:56:29 UTC 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 10:23:20 UTC 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 »]]> Sun, 1 May 2011 02:51:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Ghostride-a-Bike/
How To Ghostride a Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/IS3B/GKLISKR6/F6SIS3BGKLISKR6.SMALL.jpg dan This month I'll teach you a simple skill that is very handy for car-free living. I know everyone out there loves their bicycle, and generally it is inseparable from the self. But now and then you or a friend has somehow left a bike locked up somewhere else and needs to get it. No need to trek out th...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2011 01:35:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Power-3-LED-Bicycle-Light/
High Power 3-LED Bicycle Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/NE5L/GITHD67K/FTQNE5LGITHD67K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/NE5L/GITHD67K/FTQNE5LGITHD67K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/NE5L/GITHD67K/FTQNE5LGITHD67K.SMALL.jpg fryingwoks This instructable is created and provided by the Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society (EBC) (http://edmontonbikes.ca , http://www.facebook.com/edmontonbikes , http://twitter.com/edmontonbicycle ), a non-profit organization that supports all cyclists in Edmonton by providing advocacy, education, free ...
By: fryingwoks

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Jan 2011 05:27:11 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Antique-Bicycle/
Antique Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/QJD1/GHFJX1JY/FQ2QJD1GHFJX1JY.SMALL.jpg carlitos Picture yourself riding one of these, and you will be the talk of the town. Here I'll show you how to build your own antique bike like the Ordinary Bicycle, also called a Penny-Farthing -- common in the 1880s which became an iconic symbol for transportation history.  With an old bike...
By: carlitos

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2010 08:21:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Party-Sound-Trailer/
Bike Party Sound Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/30PQ/GH4A9794/FZR30PQGH4A9794.SMALL.jpg dan Build a mobile sound system for off-grid concerts and dance parties! This setup uses dual 12" PA speakers.  A hidden below-board 24V battery keeps the handling stable.  The flat-bed trailer design is easy to build, lightweight and durable.  We integrated ~150W amps inside each speaker, but other am...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 04:52:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/n00tron-3D-Spherical-Display-Interactive-Exhibit/
n00tron 3D Spherical Volumetric Display - Interactive Exhibit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SMALL.jpg dan n00tron is a unique technology and art exhibit. Generative light art is created in the spherical volumetric display with complete interactivity.  Participants have realtime control of the display drawing algorithms using knobs and switches on the control panel. Great fun for all ages, learn about Pe...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:12:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Bicycle-Ramp/
Build A Bicycle Ramp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/1CWW/F3SYP01U/FNC1CWWF3SYP01U.SMALL.jpg lee_schnitz This is a simple project that evolved from a promise to my son, Max. Earlier this spring, I found him dragging some plywood and bricks out of the garage. I asked him what he was doing, and he said 'building a bike ramp', I told him not to do that, and we would build one the right way.So we sat do...
By: lee_schnitz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jul 2007 23:28:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bent-Plywood-Bicycle/
Bent Plywood Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/MBJA/GEG58KG4/FU3MBJAGEG58KG4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/MBJA/GEG58KG4/FU3MBJAGEG58KG4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/MBJA/GEG58KG4/FU3MBJAGEG58KG4.SMALL.jpg LongToe After seeing this bike on a bicycle design blog I was inspired to build my own. It was made by someone named John Hobson. The concept is the same, but mine is fairly different. Also I had some left over epoxy and fiberglass from a kayak I built and was just itching to find a project I could use...
By: LongToe

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Sep 2010 19:22:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Bamboo-Bicycle/
How to Build a Bamboo Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/CVX7/FEEMAOH6/FLBCVX7FEEMAOH6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/CVX7/FEEMAOH6/FLBCVX7FEEMAOH6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/CVX7/FEEMAOH6/FLBCVX7FEEMAOH6.SMALL.jpg ayasbek I saw a picture of a bamboo bike and decided I had to have one. I found out that professionally built bamboo frames cost a few thousand dollars so I decided to build one myself.I had a lot of fun and I hope that you can make one too by following these instructions.The bike I made is a track bike fo...
By: ayasbek

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Mar 2008 21:48:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Chainsaw-flashlight-gas-engine-powered-spotlight/
Chainsaw flashlight (gas engine powered spotlight) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/VOEY/GCI8JWU8/FGOVOEYGCI8JWU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/VOEY/GCI8JWU8/FGOVOEYGCI8JWU8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/VOEY/GCI8JWU8/FGOVOEYGCI8JWU8.SMALL.jpg robbtoberfest I've been wanting to try this for a while as crazy as it sounds; make a mini electric generator with a small engine and a treadmill motor, add this to some car headlights and you get one very loud flashlight/spotlight.  An electric motor is basically a generator and an electric generator is basical...
By: robbtoberfest

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Aug 2010 07:05:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Electroluminescent-Mountain-Bike/
Electroluminescent Mountain Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/X00C/GC4G8OP9/FLUX00CGC4G8OP9.SMALL.jpg QuackMasterDan This guide offers you the chance to implement electroluminescent wire (EL Wire) and LED strings to light up the night while riding safe, shiny, and highly stylish. Electroluminescent Wire, also called EL Wire, is a copper cable coated in a reactive paint. By forcing electricity to jump through the ...
By: QuackMasterDan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:13:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Indoor-Bike-Parking-Rack/
Indoor Bike Parking Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/J0LZ/GB5HD5M1/FSTJ0LZGB5HD5M1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/J0LZ/GB5HD5M1/FSTJ0LZGB5HD5M1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/J0LZ/GB5HD5M1/FSTJ0LZGB5HD5M1.SMALL.jpg lamoix Like most houses in Portland, we have a lot of bicycles, and we are always coming and going on them, often changing out bikes several times a day. Not satisfied with outdoor parking, or stacks of bicycles in the workshop, I decided to build some indoor bike parking. It allows for both front or rear ...
By: lamoix

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Jul 2010 05:22:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Bike-Generator/
USB Bike Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/XVQS/GB5HCZGB/F6HXVQSGB5HCZGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/XVQS/GB5HCZGB/F6HXVQSGB5HCZGB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/XVQS/GB5HCZGB/F6HXVQSGB5HCZGB.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 The USB Bike Generator is a small bike mounted electricity producing device optimized to provide power for two USB ports.  There are so many small electronics that can be powered or charged from a USB connection it only makes since that people might want to do this while riding a bike.  The basic id...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jul 2010 03:50:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Bicycle-Sidecar/
Build a Bicycle Sidecar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/4J36/GB3BBJNT/FWO4J36GB3BBJNT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/4J36/GB3BBJNT/FWO4J36GB3BBJNT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/4J36/GB3BBJNT/FWO4J36GB3BBJNT.SMALL.jpg stevebod This sidecar was built to transport my 3 year old son on the local cycle paths. It was constructed from a steel angle frame, with a wooden bodywork and plastic screen. It was designed to pivot against the bicycle frame so the cornering and riding were less affected by the addition of the car. The d...
By: stevebod

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Jul 2010 15:49:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/48V-Electric-Flat-Tracker/
48V Electric Flat Tracker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/QMMH/FPIOLEVC/F3RQMMHFPIOLEVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/QMMH/FPIOLEVC/F3RQMMHFPIOLEVC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/QMMH/FPIOLEVC/F3RQMMHFPIOLEVC.SMALL.jpg Radioactive_Legos About a year ago, my dad and I had the idea to convert a beach cruiser bike into an electric motorcycle. We purchased the bike and all the parts necessary and got to work. We modified the frame and rebuilt the bike from the ground up. When we finished, we were extremely satisfied with the results...
By: Radioactive_Legos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jan 2009 01:12:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-Granny-s-Nightmare-bicycle-chopper/
Atomic Zombie's Granny's Nightmare bicycle chopper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/FTZQ/ESKEPH67MAA/F9EFTZQESKEPH67MAA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/FTZQ/ESKEPH67MAA/F9EFTZQESKEPH67MAA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/FTZQ/ESKEPH67MAA/F9EFTZQESKEPH67MAA.SMALL.jpg KoolKat You know what really irritates me? I drive all the way out to the dump, pay my five bucks to get in, and the only bikes laying around are those granny bikes from the late 1970's. Dog, what's the deal? I need some new parts! Ok, enough whining, it's payback time. A real chopper artist can chop any bi...
By: KoolKat

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2006 17:07:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Putting-A-Car-Horn-On-Your-Bicycle/
Putting A Car Horn On Your Bicycle! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/4YKC/FMEGH64Q/FKI4YKCFMEGH64Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/4YKC/FMEGH64Q/FKI4YKCFMEGH64Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/4YKC/FMEGH64Q/FKI4YKCFMEGH64Q.SMALL.jpg frenzy I'v found in my biking adventures, drivers are aloof, distracted and just plain blind to us little pieces of metal on the road. I'v also found giving a little shout before a driver makes a right hand turn with out signaling is a great way to save your life, but i like my voice to not be raspy after ...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2008 16:55:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bright-Bike/
Bright Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/4I0T/FOHXAX4A/FLA4I0TFOHXAX4A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/4I0T/FOHXAX4A/FLA4I0TFOHXAX4A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/4I0T/FOHXAX4A/FLA4I0TFOHXAX4A.SMALL.jpg theredproject THE NEW KIT IS OUT AND THE NEW INSTRUCTABLE IS HERE Bright Bike is a project we've been researching at Eyebeam for a while now. Why? 1. Biking can be dangerous. 2. Biking at night, in a city, can be even more dangerous. 3. Increased visibility is the best and easiest way to make these things ...
By: theredproject

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:44:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Twisted-Spoke-Bicycle-Wheel-Lacing---flowers!/
Twisted Spoke Bicycle Wheel Lacing - flowers! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/OHJ4/UR6EP27QVTC/FF0OHJ4UR6EP27QVTC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/OHJ4/UR6EP27QVTC/FF0OHJ4UR6EP27QVTC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/OHJ4/UR6EP27QVTC/FF0OHJ4UR6EP27QVTC.SMALL.jpg saul I've never given my girl flowers.... Except for the surfboard with frangipanni's on it. When i recently built her up a light'n'sexy single speed for running about town i decided to braid into each wheel a flower complete with petals. Here's how. Front Wheel 36 spoke hubhole spaceing (measured ...
By: saul

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2005 09:37:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Scraper-Bike-Wheels/
Scraper Bike Wheels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/8DBF/G5KPAMHS/FI78DBFG5KPAMHS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/8DBF/G5KPAMHS/FI78DBFG5KPAMHS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/8DBF/G5KPAMHS/FI78DBFG5KPAMHS.SMALL.jpg dan Living in Oakland you can't miss the Scraper Bike phenomenon.  Local Tyrone "Baby Champ" Stevenson is generally credited for popularizing the style.  Baby Champ advocates the scraper bike as "a way of expressing your creative side ... its a do-it-yourself thing".  Now that's a philosophy i can get b...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Mar 2010 03:34:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Powered-Mobile-Party-Sound-Systems/
Off-Grid Party Sound Systems - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/T0IV/G8VVDIE4/FRGT0IVG8VVDIE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/T0IV/G8VVDIE4/FRGT0IVG8VVDIE4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/T0IV/G8VVDIE4/FRGT0IVG8VVDIE4.SMALL.jpg dan Whether its for a mobile bike party or a solar powered concert, a 12V or 24V sound system is the key.  I recently built several systems for mobile bike parties and this article has a pile of details.  You can also check my Easy Bike Party Sound System project if you want a simpler and smaller system...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 May 2010 02:21:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Painting-Tips/
Bike Painting Tips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/DLZ1/QCRES9J7WPM/FEIDLZ1QCRES9J7WPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/DLZ1/QCRES9J7WPM/FEIDLZ1QCRES9J7WPM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/DLZ1/QCRES9J7WPM/FEIDLZ1QCRES9J7WPM.SMALL.jpg Panda Face I have painted a couple bikes for my friends so I thought I would share some tricks I learned in the process. Frame Prep. - To strip bike frames completely I use brush–on (not aerosol) Aircraft Stripper. With the brush on variety you can load it on, let it dry and get almost all the paint off in ...
By: Panda Face

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2006 02:08:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Window-Box--For-the-transient-gardener./
Bicycle Window Box- For the transient gardener. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/3B44/FGL2A5OG/FHK3B44FGL2A5OG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/3B44/FGL2A5OG/FHK3B44FGL2A5OG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/3B44/FGL2A5OG/FHK3B44FGL2A5OG.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity A window box for the cyclist who is always on the move,  cycle tourist needing nutritious strawberries and beansprouts or simply for someone without a garden . . . or maybe just a moron like me who cannot get this stupid idea out of his head. tools needed Saw Hammer/Axe Drill Set Square + pen (op...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 May 2008 18:29:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Lockring-Pliers/
DIY Lockring Pliers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N28J/G5KP8FEI/FD9N28JG5KP8FEI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N28J/G5KP8FEI/FD9N28JG5KP8FEI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N28J/G5KP8FEI/FD9N28JG5KP8FEI.SMALL.jpg russd32 You can buy different types of tools to remove the lockring from a fixed gear track bike. Some are the spanner type and some are pliers. I like the pliers best but I don't want to shell out $30-$50 for a set so I decided to make a set. Gather your weapons! First thing is to buy some pliers. I bo...
By: russd32

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:14:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Tire-and-Gear-Belt/
Bike Tire and Gear Belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/AETH/FZQ1G3DK/FN8AETHFZQ1G3DK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/AETH/FZQ1G3DK/FN8AETHFZQ1G3DK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/AETH/FZQ1G3DK/FN8AETHFZQ1G3DK.SMALL.jpg dan I made a custom belt out of old bike parts. My idea was to use 2 bike gears for the clasp, which works well and looks great. The downside is I needed a welder, grinding wheel and leather punch for the project. I'd love to hear ideas on how to make something similar with less tools! This article is ...
By: dan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:49:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Ride-Your-Bike-in-Style/
How to Ride Your Bike in Style - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/CILE/FI9N7TTC/FPQCILEFI9N7TTC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/CILE/FI9N7TTC/FPQCILEFI9N7TTC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPQ/CILE/FI9N7TTC/FPQCILEFI9N7TTC.SMALL.jpg caseyscieszka NO MORE OF THIS: "I would bike to work/the party, but then I'd have to sacrifice my slammin' style and trade it for some more cycle-friendly get-ups." LOTS MORE OF THIS: "Have you seen me on my bike recently? I only ask because I look GOOD when I'm helping the environment and enjoying my mobility....
By: caseyscieszka

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