May 2016
United Bicycle Institute (UBI)
Whether traveling on BART, drifting along the hills of San Francisco, or mobbing around Oakland, I wanted a lightweight commuter bike to fit the build. In an effort to learn TIG welding and bicycle design, I designed the frame to fit an individual with a longer torso and shorter legs. The 73-degree head tube provides quick steering and maneuverability while the 72 degree seat post yield a smoother ride for comfortable upright riding.
I used 0.7mm butted 4130 Chromoly steel tube to save weight. To complete the Frame, he used a Jamaican Teal and Super Chrome powder coat to get a turquoise metallic finish. The machined bike stem and the bike seat clamp were used for the complete bike build out.
I was tasked with building the frame to a large 4’ x 8’ x 3.5’ standing table with shin storage below the tabletop. The table was to be set up on the second floor of the building but a small stair well and an even smaller elevator made it difficult to install totally finished.
To compensate, the table legs were made detachable to allow the whole table to flat pack. L-brackets and two apposing bolts provide lateral stability while the table rests entirely on the vertical square tube steel. I finished off the metal look with a dark patina and bees wax to seal it.