[python] Re: Roof
- From: chris williams <chriswilliams67@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:21:47 -0400
Hi Vi,
I've heard that regenerative braking on bicycles offers so little benefit
as to not be worth it. Doesn't stop the marketing of it as a bonus feature
however. I'm curious to see the math on it.
Chris.
On 2013-06-18 9:34 PM, "Vi Vuong" <vi_vuong@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Here in California, we get mostly solar radiation :) so the top shade is
> good for mid-day ride. For commute with the low-angle sun, I am
> considering flip-down sun visors. Electric assist would be nice for the
> going up hill (overpass), and perhaps regeneration going down hill, but not
> sure about carrying the extra weight and complication. Safety lights,
> horn(s), and gadgets are probably more needed, which can be powered by
> solar or dynamo.
>
> Vi
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> *From:* Tihamer Juhasz <balamber@xxxxxxxxx>
> *To:* python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> *Sent:* Monday, June 17, 2013 9:44 AM
> *Subject:* [python] Re: Roof
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> Cool. It reminds me of a rickshaw the way it looks.
> Some weather protection would be really good to add to recumbents indeed.
> Make it rainproof and add an electric kit and you have the perfect commuter
> vehicle. Something retractable or easy to mount and take off. Even using a
> neoprene sheet on a frame would work I guess. Having the front hollow,
> where you see through is a great idea, bcs otherwise you need to add some
> wipers against the rain. Any more ideas?
>
> Tiha
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> On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 5:05 AM, Vi Vuong <vi_vuong@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> Just made a roof from recycled large bumper cover (found on roadside).
> Roof frame is locked down at the front while kept loose at the rear to
> allow rotation with python front assembly. Some knee clearance is needed.
> Otherwise the front view obstruction is not an issue. The tube also serves
> as indicator for pedal steering interference (PSI),
> http://youtu.be/nrV-bAKlyac
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> Vi
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