pedal boat
08-10-05 | 03:15 PM
#2
No Rocket Surgeon
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Corona and S. El Monte, CA
Bikes: Cannondale D600, Dahon Speed T7
I have rented them, and they are fun for a while.
I saw one on sale at Pep Boys, of all places, a few weeks back.
Kind of slow. Seats aren't adjustable, didn't have clipless pedals, blah, blah.
For the money, I'd rather have a kayak.
I saw one on sale at Pep Boys, of all places, a few weeks back.
Kind of slow. Seats aren't adjustable, didn't have clipless pedals, blah, blah.
For the money, I'd rather have a kayak.
08-10-05 | 03:37 PM
#3
Senior Member
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Newport Beach
google "waterbike" they ride alittle bit more efficently than "pedalboats"
They are fun if you want to putz around calm water for a little bit, but even the best ones are fairly slow, and the novelty wears off pretty fast.
You would probably get a lot more enjoyment out of a kayak or "sit on top" kayak
They are fun if you want to putz around calm water for a little bit, but even the best ones are fairly slow, and the novelty wears off pretty fast.
You would probably get a lot more enjoyment out of a kayak or "sit on top" kayak
08-10-05 | 03:51 PM
#4
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Joined: May 2005
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From: Phoenix, AZ
Bikes: Gary Fisher Tassajara commuterized, Evil Imperial stealth bomber, Sun Custom Cruiser, Punk Rock Trike of Doom (in progress), and an S&M Holmes (sentimental).
08-10-05 | 04:02 PM
#5
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From: Newport Beach
i want that easy boat.
I've seen the flying fish in action. Pretty impressive. It would be cool if they actually manufactured it.
Check out the entire url: https://www.artcenter.edu/exhibit/anthro/antique.html there is some neat stuff in there
But personally, this is how I like to play on the water:
https://www.hudsonboatworks.com/05paint/paintdesigns.htm
I've seen the flying fish in action. Pretty impressive. It would be cool if they actually manufactured it.
Check out the entire url: https://www.artcenter.edu/exhibit/anthro/antique.html there is some neat stuff in there
But personally, this is how I like to play on the water:
https://www.hudsonboatworks.com/05paint/paintdesigns.htm
08-10-05 | 04:02 PM
#6
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Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Ogopogo's shoreline
Bikes: LHT, Kona Smoke
Flying Fish
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WOW!
The Flying Fish, designed by Alec Brooks and Allan Abbott, has reached a 100 meter speed of 20.06 mph/17.43 knots. It has been profiled in Scientific American, and Popular Science magazines.
It features a catamaran type flotation system, allowing for a light, compact craft. The drive chain is twisted to eliminate a gear box, and uses a 1/4 inch chain. The rider pedals in a standard cycling position, which allows for the use of standard equipment during training.
The 2000 meter speed for this vehicle is faster than the 2000 meter time for an 8-man rowing shell at the same site (The 1933 Olympic site in Long Beach), and nearly as fast as the current world record for an 8-man shell.
[/QUOTE]WOW!
The Flying Fish, designed by Alec Brooks and Allan Abbott, has reached a 100 meter speed of 20.06 mph/17.43 knots. It has been profiled in Scientific American, and Popular Science magazines.
It features a catamaran type flotation system, allowing for a light, compact craft. The drive chain is twisted to eliminate a gear box, and uses a 1/4 inch chain. The rider pedals in a standard cycling position, which allows for the use of standard equipment during training.
The 2000 meter speed for this vehicle is faster than the 2000 meter time for an 8-man rowing shell at the same site (The 1933 Olympic site in Long Beach), and nearly as fast as the current world record for an 8-man shell.
08-10-05 | 04:53 PM
#7
The Red Lantern
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From: Raleigh NC
Go to www.hobiecat.com and look at the mirage drive. I know someone that has one and he says it will fly
08-10-05 | 05:11 PM
#8
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From: Newport Beach
Originally Posted by Rev.Chuck
Go to www.hobiecat.com and look at the mirage drive. I know someone that has one and he says it will fly
08-10-05 | 08:48 PM
#9
lowracer ninja master
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here are a whole bunch of homebuilt fast pedal boats. pictures and race results.
https://www.wisil.recumbents.com/wisi...robowl2004.htm
https://www.wisil.recumbents.com/wisi...robowl2004.htm
08-10-05 | 10:51 PM
#10
On my TARDIScycle!
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From: Eastside Seattlite Termite Mound
Bikes: Trek 520, Trek Navigator 300, Peugeot Versailles PE10DE
08-10-05 | 11:01 PM
#11
Drive the Bicycle.
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From: Northern California
Bikes: Three-speed modified for comfort.
Originally Posted by KingTermite
I rented one once....wasn't very impressed. It wasn't nearly as fun as it looked.
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