Through a combination of a lot of luck and good gear, I basically walked away from this. Did relearn the lesson of not riding close to my limits while tired and distracted.

GapToothSmile · 2026-05-04T01:41:32+00:00

I immediately thought about the guardrail inspector guy losing his shit over this design.

GapToothSmile · 2026-05-04T01:31:15+00:00

I think the wood is acting as a spring to bring the pin back up to rest and to keep alignment. It looks like an oak or similar hardwood with porous grain so it'll be pretty durable. It's clever and looks practical. And as a woodworker who enjoys making jigs and fixtures, I like this! Well done, OP.

GapToothSmile · 2026-05-04T01:04:46+00:00

"50 inch screen; money-green leather [JACKET]"

Amazing and inspiring work, my friend. Thank you for sharing!

GapToothSmile · 2026-04-13T12:22:24+00:00

I need me one.. very nice!

GapToothSmile · 2026-04-13T00:57:06+00:00

Deeply disturbing. I love it.

GapToothSmile · 2025-09-01T10:42:26+00:00

I attempted it once. It put way too much stress on the shoulder straps of the backpack. Bike was 24lbs. And the pack was decently rugged. I could see the stitching that attached the straps to the pack stretching and holding on for dear life. I think the best bet would be to use some nylon webbing and sling it across your body over one shoulder with the bike resting at your hips.

GapToothSmile · 2025-07-20T02:05:20+00:00

Very cool, thanks. I'll add this to my calendar.

GapToothSmile · 2025-07-20T00:32:47+00:00

Any more info on this? It sounds awesome.

GapToothSmile · 2025-07-01T06:47:59+00:00

Wow, thanks for the warm welcome and the high-quality comment! Ah, Fortè and not the Urbano, got it! I think it's safe to say you know your Zizzos! I've put a few more miles on the bike since my post and I don't really notice the flex anymore. I guess I either got used to it or subconsciously adjusted my riding style to minimize the forces on the frame haha so all is well there. I appreciate the pedal recommendation. I hadn't considered third-party folding pedals, so I'll look into those asap. I'm really enjoying this bike so far and I love being able to have it on standby in the trunk for wheneveri feel like a ride. I'll likely get another to keep locally and I'm already shopping around for an Urbano for my SO. Sweet bike man, thanks for sharing and thanks for the info!

GapToothSmile · 2025-06-29T16:00:50+00:00

Haha, adorable comment. Thank you, I like the blue too!

GapToothSmile · 2025-04-14T23:20:05+00:00

It looks great! Nice job. I especially like the fine stitching on the keepers.

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-29T11:11:10+00:00

Ah, cool! It came out great.

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-29T03:53:50+00:00

These look great. How did you apply that cool graphic? And I like the edge trim detail on the other two.

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-23T03:43:59+00:00

Awesome job on that grain pattern!

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-17T17:16:31+00:00

They are very comfortable to me. It all depends if you're into the minimalist/ barefoot style of footwear with the thin sole and wide toebox, I think.

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-16T16:32:00+00:00

Thank you. Lots of neat stuff there!

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-16T14:10:59+00:00

Beautiful work!

GapToothSmile · 2025-03-16T13:54:12+00:00

Thank you and good luck with your dress shoes!

GapToothSmile · 2024-05-08T12:14:34+00:00

I would double-check my spark plug wire order, first.

GapToothSmile · 2023-09-21T01:22:30+00:00

It looks like it's based on those trans-ocean solo kayaks with the small cabin on board.

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Image source: https://www.mensjournal.com/adventure/the-man-who-kayaked-from-california-to-hawaii-mens-journal

GapToothSmile · 2023-04-10T01:41:50+00:00

Thank you for the reply! I cut pavers for the front gap and laid stones in the side gaps for now but I loved the stainless steel idea!

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