Open Source Electronic Derailleur
Nabil Tewolde of Markham, ON, created an instructable on how to build your own electronic derailleur as part of his bike computer project. Code, BOM, and schematics on Github.
Bicycles
How-To: Handlebars Bike Hanger
Cool, simple tutorial from one Kyle Wilson. Ingredients: One set drop-style handlebars, one matching quill stem, a short pipe nipple to match, a pipe flange, a few screws, and some bar-tape and -ends (or their improvised equivalents).
Round and Round They Go!
Swing by the South Lot and watch the Death Defying Figure 8 Pedal Cars compete! An array of Cycle Kart-inspired pedal-powered contraptions racing each other – they make the perfect GIF!
It Doesn’t Work Unless You Pedal
The aptly named Pedal Powered Stage by Rock the Bike – if you want to listen to music, you have to pedal!
The Time to Change is Now
Time to Change is a towering 13′ tall clock made from reclaimed bicycle frames and mechanics, by artist-maker Gregory Degouveia.
A Maker Day in Far Rockaway This Weekend
A parade of pedal-powered maker contraptions and a reception for artists junk boats takes place this Saturday in Far Rockaway, Queens.
Reclaimed Plastic Number 5 Fender
A bicycle fender made from a reclaimed plastic number 5 food jar and salvaged coat hanger. Submit YOUR upcycled before-and-after idea to the Project Remake Contest – deadline is TODAY at 11:59PM PST.
