Comments for Bicycle Technology and Patents

Comment on Long Wheelbase Recumbent Bike by Paul Elkins

Paul Elkins — Sat, 11 May 2013 03:44:02 +0000

This particular recumbent was called the Avatar 2000

Comment on Front Suspension Bike – 1889 by Dave

Dave — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:38:13 +0000

I had a softride stem before I purchased my first suspension fork. The stem worked great for taking out the bumps but could be a little dangerous. I clipped a tree with my bar, compressing the stem which unloaded and shot the bike out from under me letting me do my best superman impersonation in the middle of the trail. I still liked the cushion from the stem but a fork handles better.

Comment on A Bad Case of Drillium! by Wolf

Wolf — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:59:10 +0000

Very cool. I take this as inspiration for my modifications of an Steintrike Wild One. Unfortunately without earthquake simulation, but alot of thoughts and less holes.

Thanks Bruce, looks very well made, as well. De-burring is important, same in machninism environment, as burred holes are not only a stress development factor, but dangerous for the skin, as well.

Best regards
Wolf

Comment on Tube Storage Unit for trike by Alonzo L Savage

Alonzo L Savage — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:01:26 +0000

Doug, the best thing you could do is to read Steve Greene’s books. They make loads of suggestions that he’s actually used. If you plan to use a rear rack and panniers buy the best you can afford. Also look on Trike Asylum at my solution to fixing drybags on the outside of your rack. I’ve used them and they work fine. Bob’s blueprint tube is a really cool idea too.

Comment on Tadpole Trike, rear wheel steering, front wheel drive, 1950s. by TK ENG1

TK ENG1 — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:46:50 +0000

Advice…..
If you have to ask for the plans,
you are in no position to “Update” / “Reinvent” / “Go To Production” with the design.

Easy enough to copy or clone, without the Plans.
Think “Gokart Trike”, Backwards.
-Cable Steering Controls.
-Live Drive Axle.
-Nexus Gear Hub for Drive.
-Over-riding Clutches Driving L & R Wheels.
-L & R Disk Brakes.

Nice Picture, Good Luck with your Project.

-T

Comment on Tube Storage Unit for trike by Doug

Doug — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:22:35 +0000

I just got my first Catrike Expedition the same color as yours. Great idea. I am looking for any suggestions that will make my tadpole trike easy to take long trips.

Comment on Restored Motobecane Grand Record by john michel

john michel — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:09:36 +0000

Thanks! I’ll certainly check what bolt diameter I need and tell you. Great.

Comment on Restored Motobecane Grand Record by shaver

shaver — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:34:16 +0000

I took everything off down to the frame when I had it powder coated, including brakes. My brake bolt just came out easily when I took the nut off. You sure yours won’t? I would definitely get a smaller bolt rather than drill the hole larger. Tell me what diameter and length of bolt you need and I’ll see if I can find some. I frequent a bike co-op (Boise Bike Project) and they have lots and lots of odd nuts and bolts. Bob

Comment on Restored Motobecane Grand Record by john michel

john michel — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:47:56 +0000

A beautiful classic! A museum piece too. I have an early 70′s Gran Record that I have decided to make an “all Campy” bike. I bought about $xxx of correct 1970′s vintage Campagnolo parts. The Nuovo Record brakes I have purchased are Nuovo Record. The center bolt of the brakes is too large in diameter for the mounting hole. I was thinking of reducing the diameter of the bolt by cutting smaller threads in the bolt and therefore being able to use a smaller nut which must go into the frame. I do not want anything but these Campagnolo brakes! In order to cut the smaller threads into the brake bolt, I need to take the brake spring out and remove the bolt. I have looked and looked for info about removing and replacing brake center bolts. I have found nothing. Can you advise me?

Comment on Update on Use of Tactical Flashlight for Winter Bike Light by Armytek flashlight

Armytek flashlight — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:43:07 +0000

I use for my bike Armytek Viking X. I use bike mount for this light. This light provides excellent illumination, and various external factors that may be present in a bicycle such as rain, dirt, vibration and shock are not terrible.