ID51 bike bracket by timmay

Last crawled date: 3 years ago

Version 3:
The tab I added to the back under the belt clip has been enhanced. The one I added in version 2 lasted for the event. However, when demonstrating it to people, it showed its weakness. I decided to make it thicker, and add a rib. From memory, I believe that it was the correct height. If it is, and breaks off again, I will just make it a solid block. I may be testing this as early as this coming July 3rd at Finish on the 50 10k road race at Gillette Stadium.
Version 2:
I left previous version text below incase you were interested in history. For version 2 I completed all the changes that I posted about below. I also rode the Tour de Cure using the version 2 bracket.
A couple of observations: 1: all the changes had the effect that I was hoping for. 2: If I make any more changes to the model, it will be to move the cg up so that the radio might balance where I put it better. Somehow, I don't think I will go this route. Instead, I might sandwich some rubber (wide latex rubber band pieces) between the bracket and handle bars. 3: I used an sma 45 deg connector to keep the antenna aimed in the desired direction.
Version 1:
I am riding the Tour de Cure which is an event to fund the American Diabetes Association. I am also working the event in communications during my ride. I wanted another option for carrying my radio than clipping it on clothes. Other designs on this site did not work for me.
This is a work in progress. I am relocating the slot for the belt clip, as it is too low. I am also changing the radii for the handlebars. Currently the radius is 31mm. However, MY handle bars are only 31mm at the center and taper and angle to the rider. This may/may not work for you. My bars are 30mm and 23mm where I am attaching the bracket. I am also changing the relief for the cable tie to allow for a shorter tie. I might add something to keep the radio from being able to move front to back to keep it from rattling on the road.