[python] Re: Canvas Python seat

Hey Gideon,
I have used an old camping chair, both frame and canvas for my python. I did not do it well. Looks really crappy. I figured out, doing it in a proper way would be rather labour intensive. In particular the mounting. 
For my son's python I followed this link:
http://hebike.borec.cz/sedlo.htm
It is very easy to build, light!! and also gives you a lot of possibilities for mounting. 
You may want to consider this alternative.

cheers
Thomas

Den 18/11/2008 kl. 07.21 skrev John Reese:


From: Gideon Kahl <gideon.kahl@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: [python] Canvas Python seat
To: python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 12:02 AM

Hi Python Enthusiasts
When I built my bicycle trailer I used only what I already had. This lead to different approaches than what I had planned initially, but the result is very pleasing. I think doing things with what you have forces you to think creatively.
So, what does this have to do with the Python? Well, I have canvas (a very tough material used to make safari tents) and I want to use it for the seat. The idea is to build a metal frame and to "stretch" the canvas over it - almost like a rigid hammock.
Has anybody done something like this before? I only see "solid" seats in the Python gallery (plywood, etc). If anybody has done it, I would like to see some photos of how you did it. Any other advice regarding building the seat will be appreciated. 

Regards
Gideon Kahl

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