http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:24:16 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Wall-Mount-from-your-Iron-Gym/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/54ZH/HEBNA373/FS354ZHHEBNA373.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/54ZH/HEBNA373/FS354ZHHEBNA373.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/54ZH/HEBNA373/FS354ZHHEBNA373.SMALL.jpg Tim.Taylor I found a great use for my Iron Gym that I wasn't using anymore since I could not put it up on any door post  in my new house. It's perfect as a wall mount for my fixie :) 1. Turn the black plastic bar around to the other side of the metal bars (this normally sits on the opposite site of the door) ...
By: Tim.Taylor

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 10:10:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/BICYCLE-UTILITY-CART-FROM-OLD-GOLF-PULL-CART/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/QH4Q/HE7D9DUH/FPSQH4QHE7D9DUH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/QH4Q/HE7D9DUH/FPSQH4QHE7D9DUH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/QH4Q/HE7D9DUH/FPSQH4QHE7D9DUH.SMALL.jpg DoDo729  We stay in Yuma, Arizona for 5 to 6 months of the year and a bicycle is a major mode of transportation. However is does not work when I need to get water, do the laundry, get propane or haul the recycle stuff. Now none of these trip are far, it is just the items are to heavy or bulky to carry on th...
By: DoDo729

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:10:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightrider-DIY-Bike-Light/ http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F65/U1NC/H3JXA2XX/F65U1NCH3JXA2XX.SMALL.jpg Diyler Made a DIY version of the revolights http://www.revolights.com total cost for one wheel is about 35 dollar instead of a microcontroller i use simple reed magnet switches the two outer rings consist of 18 Led's in 6 groups each all is powered by two AA batteries they are located on the hub the on...
By: Diyler

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:48:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Bike-Pannier-Conversion-for-a-Messengerany-B/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SMALL.jpg chamnit Store bought bike pannier suck. They are ridiculously expensive, uncomfortable to carry around, and aren’t much good for anything else. For light commuting, I don’t want to have to shell out a ton of cash for carrying stuff on a bike rack, even though my back is starting to argue with me.  Most of ...
By: chamnit

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 11:28:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Waterproof-Bicycle-Pannier-Boxes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/DYFB/GPVEVYDK/FN6DYFBGPVEVYDK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/DYFB/GPVEVYDK/FN6DYFBGPVEVYDK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/DYFB/GPVEVYDK/FN6DYFBGPVEVYDK.SMALL.jpg phish814 I've been an avid cyclist and do-it-yourselfer nearly all my life.  I fell in love with camping and trekking by bicycle a few years ago and it is what gets me out and riding and training.  I have used a BOB trailer for camping and have loved it but I always wanted to try panniers.  Because I didn't ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:26:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/trailer-ball-hookup-see-real-trailer-hookup/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/Q3NK/H9T4CKOC/FLFQ3NKH9T4CKOC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/Q3NK/H9T4CKOC/FLFQ3NKH9T4CKOC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/Q3NK/H9T4CKOC/FLFQ3NKH9T4CKOC.SMALL.jpg fatcamper This is the completed trailer, the hookup is pretty self explaining and will change depending on your bike. I went with an ABS 1 1/2 in trailer tongue and filled it full of expanding foam. Strong  but lite weight. parts needed will be 1 - 48 in. aluminum 1 1/2 angle bar   2- 13 in . tires from Harbo...
By: fatcamper

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:44:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Canoe-Trailer-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/HZ8A/H9T4CI4U/FC8HZ8AH9T4CI4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/HZ8A/H9T4CI4U/FC8HZ8AH9T4CI4U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/HZ8A/H9T4CI4U/FC8HZ8AH9T4CI4U.SMALL.jpg RedShedProjects This is an update to a previous Instructable which you may want to read to fully understand this one. It can be found here. I decided to publish an update to my Bike Trailer Instructable as I have had the trailer nearly 8 months and, more importantly, it reached the 100th trip milestone the other d...
By: RedShedProjects

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:06:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quck-and-Easy-Bicycle-Repair-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/1068/H6MF48B3/F6L1068H6MF48B3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/1068/H6MF48B3/F6L1068H6MF48B3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/1068/H6MF48B3/F6L1068H6MF48B3.SMALL.jpg osusssster This instructable details how to assemble an simple, durable, and functional bicycle repair stand by repurposing other items you may  already have. I became interested in doing my own bycycle maintenance and repair on vintage bicycles after I recieved my first bill from the bike shop.  The bill cam...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2012 15:26:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RED-DICE-BIKE-VALVE-CAPS/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/4JOW/H6739A4J/F674JOWH6739A4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/4JOW/H6739A4J/F674JOWH6739A4J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/4JOW/H6739A4J/F674JOWH6739A4J.SMALL.jpg Mr.Sanchez Give to your ride a little style with this fancy valve caps. STUFF. A pair of Red Dices. Dremel. Valve caps. Super Glue.  With the help of the dremel,make a hole in the center of the dice.Glue inside of the hole the valve cap.And install it. Hope you like it rated and vote.
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 07:43:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thorn-Proof-Bicycle-Tire-Tube-Flat-Protector/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/J1B0/H5E9PTI2/FL8J1B0H5E9PTI2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/J1B0/H5E9PTI2/FL8J1B0H5E9PTI2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/J1B0/H5E9PTI2/FL8J1B0H5E9PTI2.SMALL.jpg Wildbilly66 I struggled trying to find a thorn proof or at least very very thorn resistant bicycle tire tube protector. I have unsuccessfully tried tire tube liners as they seemed to cause more rubbing flats then they fixed though I now realize a step in this instructable could help remedy that. I have also tri...
By: Wildbilly66

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Aug 2012 06:43:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improving-a-Tubeless-System-converting-Non-Tubel/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/2AF5/H5035ESK/FLQ2AF5H5035ESK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/2AF5/H5035ESK/FLQ2AF5H5035ESK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/2AF5/H5035ESK/FLQ2AF5H5035ESK.SMALL.jpg ZanTarG On this DIY  i am going to describe how to improve your Stans Wheel set and explain how to convert a regular wheel set into a tubeless wheel set! On the Internet there is the Ghetto method that converts a regular wheel set into a tubeless system. My method is different and weighs less than both syst...
By: ZanTarG

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jul 2012 03:42:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dark-Time-for-my-Bike-becomes-Light-for-my-Office/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/RQIW/H4AGIU0H/FL3RQIWH4AGIU0H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/RQIW/H4AGIU0H/FL3RQIWH4AGIU0H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/RQIW/H4AGIU0H/FL3RQIWH4AGIU0H.SMALL.jpg burntorange After my bike decided to take "early retirement" I decided it deserved a place in the house. Unfortunately for the bike...it had to go through a little "surgery" before it would fit. Basically what I'm saying is, the frame cracked and it was time to put the ol'girl down.  Here are a few pictures on ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:09:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Easy-Cheap-Handlebar-Mount-for-Flashlight/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/1G8Y/H461GW5A/F7Z1G8YH461GW5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/1G8Y/H461GW5A/F7Z1G8YH461GW5A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/1G8Y/H461GW5A/F7Z1G8YH461GW5A.SMALL.jpg josefski Sometimes it's so easy you're just waiting for the other shoe to drop. I just used a zip tie and a reflector mount with the reflector removed. I guess you could just mount a whole row of these if you wanted.... 
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jul 2012 18:51:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Whittle-Yourself-an-O-Ring-Flashlight-Mount/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/5RI9/H461XB6Y/FXX5RI9H461XB6Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/5RI9/H461XB6Y/FXX5RI9H461XB6Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/5RI9/H461XB6Y/FXX5RI9H461XB6Y.SMALL.jpg josefski Sometimes, you just gotta put on your Appalachian grandpappy overalls and get to whittlin' your way out of a problem. If you have ever whittled, you know that it is a painstaking endeavor that requires creativity, patience, a sharp knife, and a steady hand. I have the first three qualities, but alas...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jul 2012 17:21:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SPD-to-flat-pedals/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/L9C5/H4AGIQEF/FZFL9C5H4AGIQEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/L9C5/H4AGIQEF/FZFL9C5H4AGIQEF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/L9C5/H4AGIQEF/FZFL9C5H4AGIQEF.SMALL.jpg thewhite Hi Before I went camping on the bike last time, I realised that I want to ride with my spd pedals and shoes. The problem I've seen was what about short trips to grocery, or for a coffee, or just simply to town for a meal or something. I know one option is to have a normal shoes in panniers/rucksack...
By: thewhite

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 06:18:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rad-Chair-recycled-rims-and-tubes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PRRX/H461X0B7/FWHPRRXH461X0B7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PRRX/H461X0B7/FWHPRRXH461X0B7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/PRRX/H461X0B7/FWHPRRXH461X0B7.SMALL.jpg dedmann Seen the pictures of the fancy ones? Have your own for pennies  this comfy chair can be built for next to nothing, OR you could buy new rims and tubes for the high class version. lots of room for creativity here. its all how you build your happy little chair. this is a shabby recycled incarnation......
By: dedmann

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2012 22:36:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-tire-dome/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/D0UV/H3Z3KR1S/FS6D0UVH3Z3KR1S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/D0UV/H3Z3KR1S/FS6D0UVH3Z3KR1S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/D0UV/H3Z3KR1S/FS6D0UVH3Z3KR1S.SMALL.jpg maximus johnsonus We took a bunch of bike wheels and zip-tied them together into a dome Most bicycle shops, we found, throw away old and broken wheels. They still work fine for this project! You could buy them for a decent discount, though, if the shop keeps them. After you have a good number (we used about 40), it...
By: maximus johnsonus

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2012 20:50:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Wheel-porch-screen/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/3X94/H3Z3VTV9/FOZ3X94H3Z3VTV9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/3X94/H3Z3VTV9/FOZ3X94H3Z3VTV9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/3X94/H3Z3VTV9/FOZ3X94H3Z3VTV9.SMALL.jpg JUDets  Rather than purchase pre made lattice or privacy  screens, I made my own out of bicycle wheels. It was surprisingly easy and practically free, not to mention whimsical and ecological.   Materials: needle nose pliers wire cutters steel wire Eye screws s hooks small  steel chain Bicycle wheels (I u...
By: JUDets

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jul 2012 07:34:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/O-Ring-Flashlight-Mount-From-a-Reflector/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ZZS5/H461L9DX/FQ1ZZS5H461L9DX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ZZS5/H461L9DX/FQ1ZZS5H461L9DX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ZZS5/H461L9DX/FQ1ZZS5H461L9DX.SMALL.jpg josefski If you ride a bike, and you have a flashlight, you already have almost all the parts you need for this instructable. Likelier than not, you've removed a useless front reflector or two and just thrown it in a drawer somewhere. Well, go find it! Then, go to the hardware store and get some various size...
By: josefski

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jul 2012 23:26:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/no-tool-tube-flat-repair/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2DE2/H3QFM27S/F1J2DE2H3QFM27S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2DE2/H3QFM27S/F1J2DE2H3QFM27S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/2DE2/H3QFM27S/F1J2DE2H3QFM27S.SMALL.jpg dedmann very simple....  no tools needed repair!  no wheel removal! works on all tube sizes! it will hold air for a good while. definitely enough to get you to a shop or home. i learned this trick from a elderly fella....... pay attention to the old and wise!
By: dedmann

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:59:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Exceedingly-simple-and-easy-bike-rack-flat-bed/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SMALL.jpg ganeshruskin OK, so this is a very simple way to turn your bike rack into a flat-bed truck (well, you get the idea!) You can use this to haul all kinds of things, you can strap a box or tote to it and put things inside, you can even stop along the road a throw fresh roadkill on this baby (not legal in some state...
By: ganeshruskin

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 16:53:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Bike-Commute-with-a-Suit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SMALL.jpg beauxjones “The momentum for going by bike is undeniable,” noted Trek’s Director of Advocacy, Rebecca Anderson. “Growing traffic congestion; skyrocketing gas prices; alarming obesity rates; concerns about global climate change as the result of greenhouse gas emissions; there is interest all over the country fo...
By: beauxjones

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:22:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorcycle-Headlight-for-Bicycle-Light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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
By: jenspen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 15:51:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Trailer-5/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6BZP/GYQFMRBV/FR36BZPGYQFMRBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6BZP/GYQFMRBV/FR36BZPGYQFMRBV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Rubberized-Armor-for-Joan-of-Arc/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/7S1X/GUQ4JMLF/FHM7S1XGUQ4JMLF.SMALL.jpg graceduval This is a suit of armor made entirely out of cardboard and bicycle tubes, styled after the style of armor that Joan of Arc would have worn. Materials: cardboard used bicycle tubes (free at any bike shop) hot glue/gun screws of varying lengths acorn cap fittings scissors The entire base is constru...
By: graceduval

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 22:46:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-Standing-Bicycle-Repair-Stand-With-Optional-T/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/JDEU/GRHJHHMY/F4XJDEUGRHJHHMY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/JDEU/GRHJHHMY/F4XJDEUGRHJHHMY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/JDEU/GRHJHHMY/F4XJDEUGRHJHHMY.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 I have been a professional bicycle mechanic for 14 years and although a professional stand is nice, I just couldn't justify the cost, so I built one myself.  I used 3/4" gas pipe.  Not only is this a very sturdy stand, but it breaks down for easy storage and transport.  I also built a box for that p...
By: DoDo729

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:16:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Rickshaw/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/9UWI/GQKM5COM/F7X9UWIGQKM5COM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/9UWI/GQKM5COM/F7X9UWIGQKM5COM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/9UWI/GQKM5COM/F7X9UWIGQKM5COM.SMALL.jpg urbanmx This bike started as a way for me to take my daughter on a ride and still carry groceries or diapers. Never liked the original dark blue color but lived with it. We then had another baby and this bike sat outside for a few summers. I thought I could build a larger basket for it and take both of th...
By: urbanmx

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:37:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hotrod-bike-trailer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/B634/GOQY3CS1/FF4B634GOQY3CS1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/B634/GOQY3CS1/FF4B634GOQY3CS1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/B634/GOQY3CS1/FF4B634GOQY3CS1.SMALL.jpg fischer99 I was inspired by this instructable http://www.instructables.com/id/Red-Baron-Childs-Bicycle-Trailer/ I decided to modify the design a bit and make a hotrod for my kiddo with red interior and flames.  The material is all purchased from the local hardware store.  The base is a 1" x16" 36" pine.  The ...
By: fischer99

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jun 2011 17:53:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-I-made-money-with-an-Instructable-wwwcamerac/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/7370/GOWNTGLR/FZJ7370GOWNTGLR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/7370/GOWNTGLR/FZJ7370GOWNTGLR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/7370/GOWNTGLR/FZJ7370GOWNTGLR.SMALL.jpg bertus52x11 UPDATE: it is now for sale in the Instructables Shop as well (http://store.instructables.com) The idea of my Rear-pocket-camera-mount/  is about 2 years old now (picture 2 & 3). The principle is simple: a camera support that slides into the rear pocket of your cycling jersey allows you to take cy...
By: bertus52x11

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:16:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Bicycle-Trailer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/971E/GGAOZ5EV/F6Q971EGGAOZ5EV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/971E/GGAOZ5EV/F6Q971EGGAOZ5EV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/971E/GGAOZ5EV/F6Q971EGGAOZ5EV.SMALL.jpg calischs In the summer of 2008, I downloaded the plans for the "Deep and Short" bike trailer available here.  I was about to move into Grinnell College's EcoHouse, a house full of Grinnell students committed to decreasing their environmental impact and helping the college test new sustainable technology on i...
By: calischs

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Nov 2010 09:27:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kinetic-Chain-Sculpture-Built-from-a-Bicycle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/MXTB/FA2KM2D2/F8QMXTBFA2KM2D2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/MXTB/FA2KM2D2/F8QMXTBFA2KM2D2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/MXTB/FA2KM2D2/F8QMXTBFA2KM2D2.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm I took an old bike, scavenged a 12-volt car seat-motor from another project to power it, and ran chain around the rear rim. I find it so mesmerizing it's almost dangerous to turn it on; I might spend an hour watching the various shapes travel through the moving chain. I didn't realize how cool thi...
By: ewilhelm

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