Quite frankly, it doesn't get used much in the winter. We can't use it at all when it's wet out; the electronics are not weather shielded. I'm working on a roof and fairing for it, made of Sunbrella fabric, and hope to get that done in the next few weeks.
It's legally considered a bicycle, since it can be powered solely by pedaling. So it is allowed to go wherever bikes are allowed. In our area, that means roads with speed limits under 50mph.
BTW, it is for sale; my husband is starting construction of a newer one that seats two and has a metal frame.
I as well am interested in specs. I was just conceiving of this sort of thing yesterday, and today I see it on boingboing. Kudos to you for getting there first.
Yabba Dabba Doo!
stopglobalswarming 1 year ago
I have already sent for plans for a very similar pedal PVC car, The Baja
musicalheat 1 year ago
It has front and rear lights as well as cruise control. However, no turn signals... yet. They're coming!
welmoeds 3 years ago
I've been tinkering with a similar idea. do you cover the open spaces in winter to keep warm, or would that create too much air resistance?
londongoth7 3 years ago
Quite frankly, it doesn't get used much in the winter. We can't use it at all when it's wet out; the electronics are not weather shielded. I'm working on a roof and fairing for it, made of Sunbrella fabric, and hope to get that done in the next few weeks.
welmoeds 3 years ago
You didnt stop @ stop sign :o
Kepkaaa 3 years ago
It's legally considered a bicycle, since it can be powered solely by pedaling. So it is allowed to go wherever bikes are allowed. In our area, that means roads with speed limits under 50mph.
BTW, it is for sale; my husband is starting construction of a newer one that seats two and has a metal frame.
welmoeds 3 years ago
Please message me with the asking price, or post the details here.
Would your husband mind documenting the building of the newer one? I can see many DIY enthusiasts going bananas over a project like this.
How long did this one take to build (from the design stage to road-worthy)?
Thanks.
jrobtaylor 3 years ago
Is that street legal?
machriderx 3 years ago
I as well am interested in specs. I was just conceiving of this sort of thing yesterday, and today I see it on boingboing. Kudos to you for getting there first.
richpee 3 years ago
Is there a source of construction details etc. on the vehicle -- looks like it's working well for you.
CorticalVortex 3 years ago