Cycling under the rain

[flecc]

Nothing wrong with that cwah, a very sensible cycle trailer, and it's weight is about average for a fair size box trailer.

 

[cwah]

yeah, going to keep this trailer for now. A bit clumsy in my little room however.

 

[the_killjoy]

Of course this is the ideal trailer for an electric bike:

Bicycle Cargo Trailer/Solar Generator DIY Plans & Details | eBay

 

[cwah]

Naaah, this one doesn't worth it. It's just a prototype, not the final product. And with 10W (peak) power per panel, I'd need weeks to charge the bike lol

 

[hech]

Go for it cwah, you are the last true super hero of the ebike world, a brave and fearless innovator years ahead of our time. Dont let the moaning minnies get you down, you have a great following out here on the street, we're with you CWAH!

 

[easycommuter]

I'd love to know whether it works as you well as you hope
Excellent sun-screen protection as well

 

[cwah]

Ordered one from a chinese seller. Should arrive next month...

I'll go very slowly and in safe place initially to see how it goes with winds. Will keep you in touch guys!

 

[flecc]

Yes, please do let us know cwah, I'm really interested. It will probably be ok when it's just raining without wind, but I don't think it will take much crosswind to blow you off course.

 

[shemozzle999]

An alternative trailer for you cwah - UK based- on clearance offer, plus some extended mirrors to see around your loaded trailer.

The Cycle Shop for Bicycles and Bargains :: Clearance Items

 

[the_killjoy]

VEELAR Foldable 16" Bike Cargo Trailer Shopping Utility Trailer Brand New | eBay
Even cheaper her

 

[cwah]

I received my umbrella stand recently.

Tried to mount it to my bike

That was quite nice! Just over my head to protect me from the rain!

 

[cwah]

And it can stay hidden when not in use!

 

[cwah]

However, today was... WINDY

The umbrella completely reversed then fly away from its own stand...


I believe my £4 umbrella was useless and I need to invest for an expensive Senz umbrella...

 

[jazper53]

Clearly you need a wind vane for your umbrella so it always pointing into the wind , like they use on yachts for autopilots. just a thought

 

[flecc]

However, today was... WINDY

The umbrella completely reversed then fly away from its own stand...


I believe my £4 umbrella was useless and I need to invest for an expensive Senz umbrella...

This is just as we warned cwah. If the umbrella is strong enough not to break off, it will be the bike and maybe you that will be blown off down the road! This idea will only work on very calm days when even a weak brolly will be sufficient.

 

[bazwaldo]

That umbrella holder looks identical to one I recently bought for my Father's wheelchair.
His is more for use as a parasoll when it is sunny.
Good luck with your rain umbrella cwah although I still think it is impractical.
Congratulations on your E Brompton though you have done very well there!

Barry.

 

[bazwaldo]

That umbrella holder looks identical to one I recently bought for my Father's wheelchair.
His is more for use as a parasol when it is sunny.
Good luck with your rain umbrella cwah although I still think it is impractical.
Congratulations on your E Brompton though you have done very well there!

Barry.

 

[catsnapper]

Courtesy of Mikael at Copenhagen Cycle Chic.


Alan

 

[cwah]

I'm asking my chinese seller if I can do something against strong wind.

 

[funkylyn]

I'm asking my chinese seller if I can do something against strong wind.

.......stop eating beans ???

Lynda