My life with Python trikes Mk1 , Mk1.5 , Mk2 ?

[stormbird]

2kg of tools and no chain tool! I generally don't use split links and join chains without them. The chain splitter and joiner isn't the heaviest of tools. Iirc my toolkit consists of the chain tool, adjustable spanner and a lightweight multitool. I take your point about bulky allen keys and think I'll add a std set of them to mine.

Well I did have a chain splitter tool however DannyC was trying to convert me to split links and I was kinda warming to them as when I was trying to get the twisting chain FWD to work it was much less of a chore to reach for the special pliers and break the chain.

I actually have one of these so now in the tool box.

Yes the allen key problem was a ' well they are on the multi-tool ' however I have never tried to use them , thinking it through most of the tools on there are either simply not needed or can't be deployed and it is also part of the weight problem. Another part is carrying a M12 bolt 2 x M12 lock nuts AND 2 x M12 rod end bearings all Python pivot parts . It is possible the rod ends could fail , I have heard of the brass part falling out , however unlikely I would need the other bits oh well .

That is indeed a good record. Better than mine and I do a lot less miles than you.

Kind of you to say so , comes as a bit of a shock when it does not work WHAT !!!

Paul

 

[QueenOfSkulls]

Hey... I am trying to build a "kayak" bike for burning man... and I like those plastic seats... where are those from?

 

[stormbird]

Look for plastic go kart seat , mine may only be available in Europe ?, some of them are heavy.

Similar Seat

I do have a link to buy mine however it is on the desk top and not this ChromeBook.

I can add it later if you want it ?

Paul

 

[QueenOfSkulls]

Look for plastic go kart seat , mine may only be available in Europe ?, some of them are heavy.

Similar Seat

I do have a link to buy mine however it is on the desk top and not this ChromeBook.

I can add it later if you want it ?

Paul

please if you can I am just seeing short seats. And I need a high backed one.

I am a tall lady and have very long torso... I wish I had longer legs and a shorter torso. womens tees are sooo hard to find. ANd dont get me started about bike fitting for me. I literally get the biggest frame to fit my leg with the seat all the way down. then normally add a 170 to 190mm stem.

So if you can get the link would be awesome.

 

[stormbird]

Do I need to measure mine first ?

My seat

This is quite an upright seat [ which is why I like it ] the back between the upper mountings needs to be at an angle of somewhere between 40' and 60' else you could slide out of it or the front lip could dig into your thighs ?

Paul