[python] python work and web update
- From: Ray Schümacher <mtb@xxxxxxx>
- To: python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 17 May 2005 08:38:54 -0700
Good morning all,
I just posted some new pics of the completed(?) python at:
http://rjs.org/bent.htm
Paint, front gears and front brake added. The front brake is a big help! The 3
chainrings help even out the cadence at speeds other than cruising. I had found
that pushing hard in middle ring up a 10%+ grade was too difficult to keep
upright. I tipped and cracked the original welded brake post off of the front.
Notice that it is now an extension of the pivot; I replace the lower bolt with
a 5/16 hardened stud and drilled the brake to fit over it.
I rode several miles Sunday and had to do exhibitions for various kids (and
adults) along the way.
I'm still trying to get the feel for hands-off - I can ride on wide streets for
a few seconds before having to correct suddenly. I do now feel a distinct
competition for control between hands and feet, and I ride with just fingertips
on the brake levers.
I need to move the seat forward about 2-3cm; my legs extend well now, but I
feel much more in my knees and lower quads with the reclined position. Scooting
forward on the seat puts more force/work back into the hamstrings/glutes.
Cheers,
Ray
Ray Schumacher
La Jolla, CA (near San Diego)
http://terraserver.microsoft.com/image.aspx?T=1&S=13&Z=11&X=296&Y=2270&W=1
http://rjs.org/bent.htm
also:
http://rexranger.com
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