The Big Wheel is done
June 7th, 2006 by some dudeAbout a month ago I mentioned we were modifying my Big Wheel for some time trials. Well, the mods are finally done. After the first handle bar extension broke (and because it said “IGWHEEL” instead of “BIGWHEEL” after assembly), Todd made a new one, plus a bunch of other mods. We now have a Big Wheel ready for racing, complete with extended “BIGWHEEL” handles for pedaling clearance, a headset reinforced with bearings, plastic blocks in the front wheel replaced with metal, a new tube for the fork, a “Remove Before Flight” flag, a raised seat (reams of paper), and yes—a carbon fiber-wrapped fork. It doesn’t get any stiffer than that. Old weight limit: 70 lbs. New weight limit: 250 lbs (hoping the rear axle holds—it’s the next weakest link). Now we just need some spinners. Get excited, the races begin next week.
Update: The first race
