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Title: crutches on the bike
Post by: KnightofNi on December 06, 2009, 02:56:47 PM
has anyone ever had to use crutches and figured out a way to strap them on the bike?

i'm looking for ideas other than strap them on my back.
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Kopfjäger on December 06, 2009, 03:19:16 PM
(http://inlinethumb22.webshots.com/41557/1060804714043419119S600x600Q85.jpg) (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/1060804714043419119kUMBNV)
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: KnightofNi on December 06, 2009, 03:25:57 PM
any idea how they are held on?
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Kopfjäger on December 06, 2009, 03:27:47 PM
Quote from: KnightofNi on December 06, 2009, 03:25:57 PM
any idea how they are held on?

Not really. Some zip ties should work, or some small bungee cords.
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: angler on December 06, 2009, 03:32:42 PM
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47302 (http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47302)

I use these a lot for light duty stuff.  Wrap around the crutch and frame, put ball thru the loop.  If that is not tight enough, run ball back under the running line that you put through the loop and pull. It will cinch down and hold it.  You might be able to buy them at Home Despot as well.....
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Popeye the Sailor on December 06, 2009, 03:41:51 PM
Which bike?



Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Kopfjäger on December 06, 2009, 03:49:33 PM
Quote from: angler on December 06, 2009, 03:32:42 PM
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47302 (http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47302)

I use these a lot for light duty stuff.  Wrap around the crutch and frame, put ball thru the loop.  If that is not tight enough, run ball back under the running line that you put through the loop and pull. It will cinch down and hold it.  You might be able to buy them at Home Despot as well.....

These also work very well for minor traffic discussions. If/when someone approaches your vehicle, hold the plastic ball in your right hand, the loop of the bungee in your left. Pull back to desired length and aim at the discussee's forehead, release ball. Be carefull not to run over the person after the light turns green and you proceed on you way.
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Rev. Millertime on December 06, 2009, 03:49:53 PM
Saw a guy once on a bike with crutches strapped to a Dakine Ski backpack.  Had the crutches strapped to either side of the pack where it had straps to carry skis.
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: KnightofNi on December 06, 2009, 06:52:29 PM
Quote from: kopfjäger on December 06, 2009, 03:27:47 PM
Not really. Some zip ties should work, or some small bungee cords.

i want to be able to get them on and off quickly. zip ties dont' exactly fit that bill., though they are my backup plan.

Quote from: MrIncredible on December 06, 2009, 03:41:51 PM
Which bike?

i'll be on the triumph.
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: mdriver on December 06, 2009, 09:57:11 PM
Come on. Enough with the big production already. We all know your just going to use duck tape. [cheeky]
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: angler on December 07, 2009, 04:14:34 AM
Quote from: kopfjäger on December 06, 2009, 03:49:33 PM
These also work very well for minor traffic discussions. If/when someone approaches your vehicle, hold the plastic ball in your right hand, the loop of the bungee in your left. Pull back to desired length and aim at the discussee's forehead, release ball. Be carefull not to run over the person after the light turns green and you proceed on you way.

Yeah, don't let them get away from you either while stretched.  Those little balls leave welts......
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: KnightofNi on December 07, 2009, 04:42:48 AM
Quote from: mdriver on December 06, 2009, 09:57:11 PM
Come on. Enough with the big production already. We all know your just going to use duck tape. [cheeky]

nah...that would leave sticky residue on the crutches. i don't wantht hem catching on my clothes.  :P
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Vindingo on December 07, 2009, 05:55:20 AM
Have you looked at Cable Clamps

(http://www.cableclamp.com/images/h1s.jpg)

http://www.cableclamp.com/store.html (http://www.cableclamp.com/store.html)

They could wrap around the trellis and crutch. 
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: Monsterlover on December 07, 2009, 01:05:42 PM
(http://www.office-supplies.us.com/images_products/1010128481_large.jpg)
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: ducpainter on December 07, 2009, 01:11:16 PM
I'm really surprised no one has suggested where Knight might stick those things.... ;)
Title: Re: crutches on the bike
Post by: KnightofNi on December 07, 2009, 01:32:04 PM
Quote from: ducpainter on December 07, 2009, 01:11:16 PM
I'm really surprised no one has suggested where Knight might stick those things.... ;)

they won't fold down small enough to sit in the saddlebags.  :P