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Do it yourself, DIY amphibious bicycle in China recycled water jugs

For those who love cycling, recycling, and water sports we bring you this bit Do-It-Yourself ingenuity from China. Li Jin has designed a human-powered bicycle that she rides on the water in Wuhan of Hubei Province in China.

‘More’ pics after the break…

Do it yourself, DIY amphibious bicycle in China recycled water jugs

The DIY amphibious bicycle is made using eight water gallons, which are closed on top to serve as pontoons preventing Li from drowning. Adjustable vane wheels provide the driving power. Apart from allowing Li to cross the lake, the bicycle can also be used on the road without any modifications.

Do it yourself, DIY amphibious bicycle in China recycled water jugs

Do it yourself, DIY amphibious bicycle in China recycled water jugs

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TougeNoMIkado
14 years ago

U kno.. achually.. If that could be made just a bit more streetable… that would be an awsome all terain (littaraly) bike.
How cool would it be to be riding XC and instead of going “dam a lake” just crossing right over it.

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