How to build a Rear Extension Bicycle Cart
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There are many of us who would like to see this world become sustainable and would, therefore,
like to make a difference by attaching a bicycle cart the their bicycles. Likewise, it would
be easier for many of us to just go out and purchase a bicycle attachement. However, would
purchasing the attachement add to the goals of sustainablity? My group and I have thought
about this, and figured out that the best way was to purchase as little supplies as we can.
All the materials, except for the pipe, were recycle materials. Here's our compiled list of
materials, their prices, and even where you can get them for free: Milk Crates: Free- You can find milk crates at your local convience store. They will probably give them to you for free. Bicycle Tires: Free- What we did was take apart a child's bicycle that was not being used anymore. Again, you can probably find an unused child's bicycle if you ask around. The best people to ask are your neighbors. If all else fails, garage sales are good places to pick up used bicycles…or even tires. Pipe: $7.00 - We used a plumbers pipe which is best because of it's sturdiness. The pipe was purchased at Home Depot for a bargain price. Bolts and Screws: $1.50 (roughly 15 pieces, including fastners) - You would probably want to go out and purchase the bolts screws and fastners because you need to have them all to be the same size. We found bolts and screws at Home Depot for just a few cents each. Cap: $0.80 - The cap was a deal. It's sturdy, easy to use and cheap. Shock: Free - The shock that attaches the crates to the pipe is actually a shock from a truck. We chose to use a shock because you can change the length using air. If you can find a used one, you can go to a Used auto part garage and purchase one for a few dollars… hopefully no more than $10. They should be fairly cheap, especially if they are used. Additionals: We absolutely recommend that you purchase two 2' x 2' x 1' tupperware storage containers that fit right into the crates. The containers keep your stuff nice and dry on rainy days. You can purchase them for very cheap (around $5 each) at department stores like Target or K-Mart. |