My Bike Project

I'm building a recumbent bike. It's a short wheel base one, using my old mountain bike for parts. I wanted to learn to weld, so I bought a mig welder, practiced welding scraps together for a while, then started chopping up the bike. I've always wanted to try a recumbent, as I really love bikes, so what better project to practice welding on?

I'm just about done with the main parts of the frame, as you can see. I still need to add tabs for attaching the rear brake, a couple of chain managing pulleys, and build the seat and handlebars. Then it's test ride and adjustment time. I'll finally disassemble it completely for a paint job. It's been a real education designing this thing. Besides, it gives me an excuse to be in the garage for hours on end.

I added a few guy links to the right column. I'll add more later, maybe break them up by category.

Jack

Welcome to Jack In The Garage!

This is where I’ll post things I’m building, or tinkering with. Just guy stuff. Maybe we can tell some garage level jokes, or things like that.

Why? Mostly because a guy needs a place to chat with other guys, and talk about guy stuff. Feel free to leave a comment if you have questions, comments, or just want to bs a little. And please share some garage jokes.

Jack