Bikes

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!

This Glowing Pony Bike Can Reach 20 MPH for Extra Fast Whimsy

By Andrew Salomone

Andrew Salomone

Artist, writer, and teacher who makes work about popular culture, technology, and traditional craft processes. http://www.andrewsalomone.com

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August 26th, 2016February 3rd, 2017

What started as a straightforward drill bike has turned into an elaborate glowing, art bike shaped like a pony made by artist Scott Blake.

This Week in Making: Water Bikes, Paper Chess, and Flying Cars

By Lisa Martin

Lisa Martin

A typical day for Lisa includes: getting up to see the sunrise, bicycling, interning at Make:, reading and writing short stories, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts for hours while working on projects or chores.

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July 31st, 2016July 29th, 2016

This past week we contemplated riding our bikes on water, marveled at a paper quilled chess set, and got amped thinking about flying cars.

Laura Kampf Builds a Bike You Can Ride on Water

By Laura Kampf

Laura Kampf

I am a self-employed Artist/Designer/Maker and Content Creator. I am deeply passionate about my Workshop, developing my Skillset and Making Stuff.

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July 28th, 2016July 29th, 2016

Have you taken your bike for a ride on a river… and lost it when it sank? Here’s a bike-powered watercraft to avoid such things!

Regretfully, Your Hoverbike Has No Place in Her Majesty’s Secret Service

By James Tiberius Burke

James Tiberius Burke

is a graphic designer for Make: Magazine. His life is defined by three B's: Bikes, Burgers, Battlestar Galactica. Tiny electric car enthusiast and founder of the Power Racing Series. (www.powerracingseries.org)

Also helped start a hackerspace that one time and tricked himself into thinking he didn't write this in the third person.

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July 18th, 2016July 15th, 2016

See attached: a letter regarding your application to Her Majesty’s secret service for the position of “Lead Inventor”

Man Builds a Bicycle Camper for 0 Out of Campaign Signs

Man Builds a Bicycle Camper for $150 Out of Campaign Signs

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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@garethb2

July 17th, 2016

Recycling political campaign yard signs into a micro camper/micro shelter.

The Zander Lander is definitely one tricycle that’s a mobile work of art

By Cabe Atwell

Cabe Atwell

The one-man ace engineering wrecking crew - If you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find me, maybe you can hire... the Cabe-team

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June 17th, 2016June 16th, 2016

The Zander Lander is a tricked out trike perfect for cruising the desert and fun to take to Faires.

April 19th, 2016April 18th, 2016

Bikes on walls, stools made out of bike parts, pyramids, domes, fences, and more! There’s a lot of arty ways to give a bike a second life.