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From: Joerg on 4 Feb 2010 19:34
T wrote:
> In article <hk9np2$rch$1(a)speranza.aioe.org>, not.going.to.be(a)seen.com
> says...
>> The idea of mounting it on a tree is interesting. I had
>> envisioned something (with *one* crank) that I could hold
>> between my knees/ankles. The two cranks are also an interesting
>> approach.
>>
>>
>
> Actually mount it low enough on a tree with a support stand nearby and
> maybe a slight mod to the handles on the crank and you could pedal it
> like a bicycle.


.... and don't forget a tap-off shaft extension with at least a 10:1
speed step-up. Should come out the top so a margarita mixer can be
properly fitted :-)

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From: Michael A. Terrell on 4 Feb 2010 20:07

D Yuniskis wrote:
>
> Hi Michael,
>
> Michael A. Terrell wrote:
> > How about modifying one of those wind up flashlights? A pair
> > is only $7.99.
> >
> > <http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?itemnumber=65207&Submit=Go>
> >
> > It would be a cheap way to test your idea, and it already has a case.
> > :)
>
> I think they are "toys", comparatively speaking. Consider:
> the LED's might draw ~60mA total? At 2-3V? So, all the
> generator has to do is produce 200mW and there's plenty for
> the lamps *and* enough to stuff into a battery besides!
>
> I wonder what all the folks who buy/bought those things will say
> in a few months (year?) when the internal battery dies and
> suddenly their "emergency flashlight" doesn't work in an
> *emergency*! ;-)


It has a rechagable NiMH battery that is charged at the same time.


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