[python] Re: Canvas Python seat
- From: John Reese <jd57reese@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:21:07 -0800 (PST)
Hi Gideon,
Yes, it can be done with canvas. I have built a couple of recumbent cycles
through my association with the MNHPVA.ORG group in Minneapolis Minnesota.
Here is a link that shows one such example in the works.
http://mnhpva.org/Meetings/Aug_03/JR.html
This was my first homebuilt, and was a "club" design. Third of a series of
five similar bikes built from old mountainbikes. This seat was replaced with a
carbon shell from an M5, and is available.
John
--- On Tue, 11/18/08, Gideon Kahl <gideon.kahl@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
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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