Bikes have been a popular way of transportation and recreation for many years, but they’re also an increasingly interesting DIY project! Whether you’re new to bike building or a seasoned veteran, there’s no shortage of news, parts and projects that can inspire your imagination. In these blog posts, we’ll dive deep into trends in the world of biking; from custom designs to engine-powered inventions and much more — get ready for some truly awesome things! Plus, learn about tips for getting started with small bike-building projects around your home. So strap on those gear helmets and join us as we explore what makes biking great today!
Stephen B writes – “Just because you are some bigshot executive, does not mean you drive in comfort to work everyday. For those that lead a hectic life and busy schedule without the luxury of topping up their phone battery via a car cigarette lighter, this should do the job using one of those old […]
Panda Face has some great bike painting tips, from checker-boarding to striping – Link. Related: Bicycle projects @ MAKE – Link & archives.
Slofly has a low cost brushless electric propulsion system, also known as a DIY electric bike… [via] – Link. Related: Eric Peltzer’s Electric Bicycle – Link. Electric Bicycle – Battery updgade – Link. Homemade electric scooter – Link.
Alan writes – “Rob M. from Michigan bought some parts from our store and was nice enough to share the resulting project with us. His son Will has an antique bike on display, it has an old acetylene light on it that hasn’t produced any light for many years. A few well placed LED sure […]
Joe has a good Instructable on hacking together a bike from parts you might find/have/get, he writes – “This is a guide to building up a bike from parts. It should help you get the parts and tools you need to get you pedalling along in no time. It assumes that you have tinkered with […]
Alameda, CA based “Rideable Bicycle Replicas” has an amazing selection of antique replica bicycles, pedicabs, hand-cranked trikes, boneshakers, tricycles, recumbents, surreys, tandems and more. They also sell 1880’s antique bicycle catalog reprints that I cannot help but order… The Old English Roadster is only $189.00, but it’s out stock – darn it [via] – Link. […]
Brass Goggles has a round up (to add to our round up) of more steam powered bicycles including “pete’s steam bike” wow! … – Link. Previous: Steam bicycles – Link. Steam powered motorcycle (photos) – Link. Steam archives on MAKE – Link.
