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Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
10-13-18, 07:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Thanks

Not yet tried those. Will look them up.

The brakes were soft from wire stretch. I never used new wires before. Now I can stop a tank woth the brakes.

I will be looking into the upgraded brake...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
09-25-18, 10:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Bike Alarm, and reused some old handrims

#Huffy #Invacare​​​​​
I was able to make the rear rack apart of the shock absorption system. It smith's out all but the worst potholes that the rear end roles over buy about 300% vs the original...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
09-21-18, 09:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

The bike has a headlight, a horn, and a taillight...

The bike has a headlight, a horn, and a taillight that is above and behind my head.

It has a combined total of 4 feet of reflector tape. 14 front facing reflectors. 8 side reflectors. And, a few...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
09-21-18, 08:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20180913_163138_3b4b3859d25270a6886ea9a4a9dfdcb43a7c89b5.jpg...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
09-21-18, 08:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Thank you.

I am pleased as a punch to report I took it out on from 10am to 2PM around my Towne village, and to the local park.

All of the main mechanics are (knock on my forehead ) working spot on. I have...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
07-08-18, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Build it right. I had it in the wrong gear.

Today spent the day resetting the chain to the proper gear ratios.

I moves the front pulleys so they are centered to both sides.

Then took her for a test run....

She works. Now to just fine...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
07-08-18, 12:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Trying the upload feature again, this time using...

Trying the upload feature again, this time using Firefox. Tried in Chrome and for me Chrome didn't work.

Hey this worked.

All the cable housing is full length. and moves smoothly. I am using...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
07-07-18, 09:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,372
Posted By AbiliTTV

Homemade from scratch Handcycle Done

Update - Handcycle lDone.

Thus was made using no:
Plans
Diagrams
Videos
99.99% No help from anyone else.

The one area I did get help with was truing the front wheels.They had a tow out of...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
10-13-17, 07:28 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 56,547
Posted By AbiliTTV

Jon Chronic level 9 to level 10 pain left SI JOINT

Hi my name is Jon
The title should say level 8 to 10. Not 9.
My left SI Joint was injured in a work accident in 1995 age 25.

Long story short - After seeing countless medical professionals and...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
10-13-17, 06:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,283
Posted By AbiliTTV

Hi BenchPressBike I am your very first...

Hi BenchPressBike

I am your very first YouTube Subscriber. I like this idea overall. I think if you can make this work with cables and pulleys that could bring its size down. Or maybe that could...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-09-17, 09:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Cables are not tied down, and are just for visual...

Cables are not tied down, and are just for visual help for possible placement.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-09-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Been adding more to my model. Added the full...

Been adding more to my model. Added the full chain path. Designed my own chain gobbler. And ran cable runs as well. Every link put in place one at a time.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-04-17, 08:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Hi Robin, I took another look and doh, I missed...

Hi Robin,
I took another look and doh, I missed that detail of the front coaster break. Thanks for mentioning that.

As for the forks, I will be using caliper or V brakes. Not sure what I would...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-03-17, 09:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Thanks Andy, So the chain needs some movement it...

Thanks Andy, So the chain needs some movement it sounds like to not stretch or break pins.

I got to looking at the hub options, well that might be a little more than I expected. But, was worth...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-03-17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

A bolt on chain guard. I was looking into tubes,...

A bolt on chain guard. I was looking into tubes, and seems 50/50 like or dislike them. I may use chain tubes on the upright portion. But, this design keeps my legs behind the tiller.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-03-17, 02:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

OK, it took me a little to get what you mean...

OK, it took me a little to get what you mean about it is more than cutting up some bikes to build this.

From my train wreck of a first design, and several using the dual control set up. Thank you...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-02-17, 08:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Andy, you have no idea how frustrated trying to...

Andy, you have no idea how frustrated trying to get both pedaling and steering in one without lengthening the frame...

I reread: +1. And I'll add that there are many times that I want both...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-02-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Weight. Both the frame and my body weight will...

Weight. Both the frame and my body weight will cause the wheels to self right.
The mechanics of this design are based on simplified car steering. If you ever noticed while turning you need to handle...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-02-17, 12:28 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Did a lot of homework since my last update. Did...

Did a lot of homework since my last update. Did not know about this ackermann steering, it really solves a lot of issues. It is more complex than the ideas I started with. But, hey it's my first time...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-17, 11:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

OK - Working on the final design. WOW I never...

OK - Working on the final design. WOW I never expected it would turn into the machine shown here.

I have to thank every person who posted a reply to my original post here. I went from a rather...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

I just found Jet Bike plans for a tadpole level...

I just found Jet Bike plans for a tadpole level steer. I can adapt it to use the parts I will have. Jet Bike is an open source design with free plans. Talk about cool.

The design they have is all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 08:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

OK, this is really cool. I never even knew this...

OK, this is really cool. I never even knew this sport existed. IMPRESSED

In my case if I sit that high up, I do not get the advantage of shifting into a lean like that. I would need to slow way...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 06:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Raked forks is one way to insure I can remain...

Raked forks is one way to insure I can remain tracking straight while I pedal. No worries about turns, I will be hands on handlebar. As I leave the turn I have the option of letting go and returning...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-17, 03:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

My last design is a tadpole style ride. The first...

My last design is a tadpole style ride. The first chain would be a loop of I am thinking 10 to 13 feet or so. The possible placement to the other side with a cog connected to the crank hub could work...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 03:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

@fietbob I love that idea also with the trike...

@fietbob I love that idea also with the trike idea.

I did not know :saweeet:the Brits race trikes, I will have to check that out. I love learning new things. Especially when wheels are involved....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 12:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Transferring for me is no issue. Even with an...

Transferring for me is no issue. Even with an annoying frame like that. I have realized with the help of other awesome people on here that my idea for a dual drive won't sync as much as I would love...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 11:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Nice catch with that. Yes, I will employ a handy...

Nice catch with that. Yes, I will employ a handy ring/chain guard.

I have found an image if about how I will sit. Minus I will have my legs down away from the front if possible. But, the image...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

In the images above with the levers. Notice the...

In the images above with the levers. Notice the yellow framed mono tube bike - It has ZERO brakes, gear shifters on the handles. They are located right under the left and right corners of the seat....
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-17, 11:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Separate controls of steering and...

Separate controls of steering and braking/shifting and such has been done for years now. I am using the same distance between my hand points as on any of the Off Road rider facing towards the ground...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 10:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

3 Wheel 1st Version

THE MODEL IS NOT TO SCALE - That means it will look like it won't fit a human rider. When I go to build naturally it will be adjusted to fit me.

This is the napkin drawing a rough idea. Also the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-17, 09:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

It is nice to be discussing things as this...

It is nice to be discussing things as this is,designed for. And, your correct about everything you are saying.

I do not need to worry about grabbing my wheels at exactly precise locations to make...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-28-17, 05:28 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

The images show raked forks being used, and...

The images show raked forks being used, and levers for propulsion. While I am not using levers, my design puts the cranks and hand holds in about the same placement as they are. This placement is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-17, 04:49 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

cny-bikeman I have a feeling if we lived next...

cny-bikeman I have a feeling if we lived next door or close by we would be friends. I say this because I am really enjoying our conversation here.

I am used to turning arcs as my wheelchair...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

I expect when I turn using the design I am...

I expect when I turn using the design I am planning, more than likely my hands or hand depending on the situation will not be pedaling. I will be turning, then when I straighten back out I can return...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-27-17, 04:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Yes, I have looked into One-Off and many others...

Yes, I have looked into One-Off and many others that use the forward facing position like that. Only for me it would not work out to well.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-27-17, 04:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Here is the steering system I am thinking of...

Here is the steering system I am thinking of making. It appears to connect using pivot points. It may even use a bearing to make a smoother movement.

This mountain bike looks wicked cool by the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-17, 02:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Did a check online found this SportsAbilities...

Did a check online found this SportsAbilities Adaptive Sports (http://www.sportsabilities.com/handcycles) $500 it is a decent ride. I am not looking for a road bike. This offers 7 speeds, I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-17, 01:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Hi everyone, rosefarts - Loved all your...

Hi everyone,

rosefarts - Loved all your posts. You are awesome.
Trikes as mentioned do typically use only one drive wheel. Also the type of bike you mention as stated uses a much different...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-26-17, 10:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

This image is more to scale. Also shown is the...

This image is more to scale. Also shown is the rear framing for towing my manual wheelchair. Mounts will be built on the fly.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-26-17, 09:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

Actually I really appreciate the time and...

Actually I really appreciate the time and questions you posed.

I started with the idea I could buy a ready made handcycle used for maybe $500 to $1,000 so far here I am.

It makes it crazy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 07:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Awesome I have those on my list already to buy....

Awesome I have those on my list already to buy. Great to see I am going in the right direction. You rock.

I did post to the Frame builders, and added new updates. Here are two: Front and side. I...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-26-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

The images are squished up, and the frame has...

The images are squished up, and the frame has more room than it appears here. Sorry about that.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-26-17, 07:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

The forks position are based on the low recumbent...

The forks position are based on the low recumbent handcycles I have seen online. However, these have a wider turn than I expected.

The seat will be able to slide into a position to allow my arms...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-26-17, 06:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,772
Posted By AbiliTTV

First time frame builder - Link to thread that has gotten into framing.

First, this forum is amazing. I have gotten so much help and insight so far. Thank you.

I started out asking about a dual shifter control - one control to two derailleurs.

And, we have gone on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 05:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Great idea. I really did not expect to end up on...

Great idea. I really did not expect to end up on frame details like this. But, am I glad you peugeot and everyone else has been so kind and sharing such good information.

I will link the frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 02:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

I am not using the forks for the suspension. The...

I am not using the forks for the suspension. The bikes I am sourcing them from are Walmart level so they wouldn't work even with the forks normally placed. ;)

I am thinking of a different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 01:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Actually for many off road handcycles they...

Actually for many off road handcycles they controls are separate. http://officinecubo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MG_2231.jpg In this image we see the hand crank being used by one hand and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 07:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

I started with the idea to buy a trike style like...

I started with the idea to buy a trike style like you mention. Only they come in road low to the ground, a more upright higher seating position as seen in the image with the yellow frame, and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-17, 10:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

I will be happy to keep you updated here. It is...

I will be happy to keep you updated here. It is amazing to learn so much, and I hope share as much.

This site is pretty amazing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,898
Posted By AbiliTTV

Thank you for the replies. I created a rough...

Thank you for the replies.
I created a rough draft if the design in my 3D program.

Images to show the placement of things.

The possibility of using thumb friction shifters or other friction...
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