Lugged Tracker

[deven_science]

I'm using two lugged diamond frames to make a cool boardtracker. I've used this technique twice before, but never with lugged frames, and I'm hoping that I can give this one some extra touches of style, while keeping it simple. I have no idea if I will finish by the deadline, but since I'm starting the build now, I thought I'd post it here.

Starting point:

And just for completeness of storytelling, here are the first two versions I've made using this technique:

Pic 1 shows the first time I did it, in like 2012, where it had no stretch, but ended up taller than a single frame. Shot 2 is version 2, which had me bend the stays down to stretch the two frames out.

After the end of the first day in the shop, here's how version 3 looks:

 

[OddJob]

RaT oN~!

 

[user 35233]

I'm using two lugged diamond frames to make a cool boardtracker. I've used this technique twice before, but never with lugged frames, and I'm hoping that I can give this one some extra touches of style, while keeping it simple. I have no idea if I will finish by the deadline, but since I'm starting the build now, I thought I'd post it here.

Starting point:
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And just for completeness of storytelling, here are the first two versions I've made using this technique:
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Pic 1 shows the first time I did it, in like 2012, where it had no stretch, but ended up taller than a single frame. Shot 2 is version 2, which had me bend the stays down to stretch the two frames out.

After the end of the first day in the shop, here's how version 3 looks:
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I dig that wood placement and the evolution in your attaching them.

 

[BartRidesEternal]

Great to see that you are in with the competition Deven! Promising start!

 

[OddJob]

LooK ouT~! @deven_science is in the house! What a cool idea for a tracker build.

 

[deven_science]

I think the bottom is looking okay, but I'm not sure about how that top tube comes down. I didn't want to just do another straight tube at a 45 or whatever, but it looks a bit weird. I'll leave it for now, and can change my mind later, if I wish.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

but it looks a bit weird

That sharp corner looks potentially painful as well! Perhaps you could mirror the curve in the lower tube

 

[The Renaissance Man]

Cool, a Schwianchi board tracker!

I always look forward to an Alchemist build!

 

[deven_science]

That sharp corner looks potentially painful as well! Perhaps you could mirror the curve in the lower tube

Maybe. My original thinking was that a seat would line up with the top tube, so no pointy bits to smack into.

 

[Fv2]

I think the bottom is looking okay, but I'm not sure about how that top tube comes down. I didn't want to just do another straight tube at a 45 or whatever, but it looks a bit weird. I'll leave it for now, and can change my mind later, if I wish.

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Maybe flip it around?

 

[Funkme]

Great start, hope you finish in time.

 

[deven_science]

Threw some parts on it, to see if they stick.

 

[Brian macumber]

As long as you don't run into something and make you stop instantly think you'll be good.

 

[OddJob]

@Brian macumber , are you saying that frame design could be a 'point' of contention?

 

[Brian macumber]

@Brian macumber , are you saying that frame design could be a 'point' of contention?

Maybe put some padding there?

 

[OddJob]

Maybe put some padding there?

Agreed!

 

[Brian macumber]

I love the design frame looks awesome.

 

[Captain Awesome]

As long as you don't run into something and make you stop instantly think you'll be good.

@Brian macumber , are you saying that frame design could be a 'point' of contention?

Maybe put some padding there?

Safety third

 

[deven_science]

Swapped out for some different parts, and put together a little idea I've had for a while. I got these two stainless steel mugs that are bicycle themed a while ago, and had the thought to mount them like a little faux-motor, and they would be bottle/can holders for when riding. Don't know if I'll keep them on there... I'll have to sit with them for a while.

 

[Brian macumber]

I like the new seat.