wood rims
06-14-09 | 01:19 AM
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Try this while waiting for a 21st century answer.
https://thecontaminated.com/making-of-wooden-bike/
https://thecontaminated.com/making-of-wooden-bike/
06-14-09 | 08:57 AM
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Google steam bending wood. You will also need to make a fixture to set the wheel in the correct diameter. As for examples, check Cerchi Ghisallo, https://www.cerchiinlegnoghisallo.com/homeeng.php
06-14-09 | 09:38 AM
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I have a friend in Italy who has done it. I could PM you his email address if you want. Prior to doing so it would be best if you were to explain what kind of wood fabrication experience you have. You need experience working with laminations.
06-14-09 | 10:08 AM
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Found this cruisin' da intrawebs. Should be most helpful. The second link is a how to.
https://wheelfanatyk.blogspot.com/sea...%20Wood%20Rims
https://wheelfanatyk.blogspot.com/200...-are-made.html
https://wheelfanatyk.blogspot.com/sea...%20Wood%20Rims
https://wheelfanatyk.blogspot.com/200...-are-made.html
