Sneak Preview: The Wheeled Wonders of Maker Faire
Take a look at just a handful of the fantastic vehicular powerhouses that will be roaming around San Mateo this weekend.
Drones & Vehicles
How-To: Painted Bicycle Bells
Dress up boring bike bells with a splash of bright color with this painted bicycle bell project!
Yarn Bomber Reserves Bike Parking
Tumblr user Hey Pennies posted this cheeky use of yarn bombing to reserve a bicycle parking spot.
Movers and Makers: Drone Dudes
Drone Dudes are a team of filmmakers and designers who use RC copters to capture stunning aerial cinematography. In this video we interview Andrew Petersen and Jeff Blank, who operate a radial octocopter capable of lifting cameras up to 12lbs. on a 2- or 3-axis gimbal. All the gear stows away inside their Transit Connect, which doubles as a camping vehicle when they are on the road.
Cruise to Maker Faire Bay Area with Fellow Pedal-Power Enthusiasts
Pedal-power to Maker Faire Bay Area on Saturday May 18th with fellow bicycle enthusiasts. Stay fit, save gas, gain preferred entrance to the faire, and get a special collector’s patch!
Cyclist Chic: Turn a Wooden Crate into a Cool Cargo Box
Our friends at Dark Rye, an online magazine from Whole Foods, have come up with a project for turning a wooden crate into a retro bike cargo box. It’s a simple, but useful bike mod. The project comes from Dark Rye’s latest “Future” issue. It’s a great read featuring forward-looking innovators in architecture, urban agriculture, energy production, and transportation.
How-To: Crocheted Bike Seat Cover
Dress up your bike in colorful DIY finery with this crocheted bike seat cover pattern!
