Cyclefuge

Akin to astronauts on a centrifuge, this ride swings 4 people around as 4 people pedal pedal below. Great training for our bicycle space program!   It has a 40 foot diameter and is 12 feet tall.

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Posted on a Fri in October 2005f 2005 by Rudy

Ferris Wheel

The two person pedal powered Ferris wheel is quite a thrill to ride and mesmerizing to watch. Feels like a swing that goes all the way over the bar. Developed by Paul the Plumber, it uses heavy duty car rotors and intricate bike parts.

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Steve Stabnick (front) and Sean Pudney ride Cyclecides human-powered Ferris wheel. Stabnick said it was a bit scary climbing to get on, and it took a few tries to get going and balance out their differences in weight. Once they got the hang of it, though, it was smooth and effortless to run.

Steve Stabnick (front) and Sean Pudney ride Cyclecide's human-powered Ferris wheel. Stabnick said it was a bit scary climbing to get on, and it took a few tries to get going and balance out their differences in weight. Once they got the hang of it, though, it was smooth and effortless to run.

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Posted on a Sat in October 2005f 2005 by Rudy

Bumble Bee

The Bumble Bee bike ride gives flight to the bicycle. Using a unique flexible drive shaft system, two riders propel themselves in mid air like bees buzzing around a flower.  It has a diameter of approximatley 25 feet and is 12 feet tall.

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Posted on a Sat in September 2005f 2005 by Laird

The Dizzy Toy

Two pedalers sit face to face as the world around them becomes a blur.  Requires a 20 foot diameter.

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Posted on a Thu in September 2005f 2005 by Rudy

12 bike Carousel (#2)

12 Bicycles are put into motions as riders pedal together on under a swirling canopy. Requires a 30 foot diameter area.

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Posted on a Thu in September 2005f 2005 by Rudy

Kiddie Carousel

A 4 bike carousel is for little ones that teaches pedaling and teamwork.

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Posted on a Fri in April 2005f 2005 by Rudy

Caurousel (#1)

The first large scale bike ride was the carousel. Photo taken in Point Arena, California. This ride has been dismanteled…

Posted on a Tue in February 2005f 2005 by Rudy

Three Seat Ferris Wheel

Developed by Paul the Plumber.  This three person pedal powered ride is a further extention of the two seater. This is the stationary set up of the moving Star Wheel. Click images for larger versions.

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Posted on a Sun in January 2004f 2005 by Laird