Tribe.net. Local Connections Danielle http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/5d98acbf-331a-4445-9f27-b9bf4273f5ad 2008-03-12T15:55:51Z 2008-03-12T15:55:51Z

<div>Hi there everyone, <br/> <br/>So I've been receiving a whole lot of emails about the Hoopla Rack, and I thought it might be good to describe where I'm at in the project. When I first imagined the Hoopla Rack, I saw it being made of something that everyone could make and I did ask for ideas under the assumption that this was not going to be something that I'd ever be able to sell. However, the Hoopla Rack took a life of its own, and in order to meet some of the specifications that I had set for myself (especially collapsibility), it soon became apparent that the Hoopla Rack was going to be something that required welding and a workshop full of tools and machines. And it was such when I fabricated the first prototype. I've realized through this whole design and competition process, that this is indeed something that should be sold in order to bring as many Hoopla Racks into this world as possible and free hoopers from fossil fuels. <br/> <br/>As of right now, I am going through the patenting process for the Hoopla Rack. Fortunately, the design competition has given me some funding to get that ball rolling, and I hope to get finished as soon as possible. Also, I have found two amazing people to work with at Banjo Bicycles in Madison, who will most likely be doing the Hoopla Rack manufacturing (since I am in no way, shape, or form good at most of that stuff!). <br/> <br/>I want to assure all of you that throughout this whole process, some of the key things I've been trying to recognize are the environmental impacts, the ability to strengthen the local community, and the accessibility of the rack. I'm going to work my best to make the Hoopla Rack something that is affordable, will last a long time, and be completely useful. I'll keep updating here as soon as things come together, but I am *hoping!* maybe by this summer that Hoopla Racks will be available!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 0 replies </div>

Danielle 2008-03-12T15:55:51Z Danielle http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/7c660c51-f516-4b71-b1c0-eea150d41dd4 2008-02-14T19:20:01Z 2007-09-14T04:30:28Z

<div>Let's get the idea ball rolling. I really liked Jay's design, but I think it could use some improvements, like being removable and holding more hoops. What do you all think?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 7 replies </div>

Danielle 2007-09-14T04:30:28Z Danielle http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/dfc17d69-05d0-4992-aa1e-e11931749f7b 2008-01-25T07:46:54Z 2008-01-25T07:46:54Z

<div> Hi everyone, <br/> <br/>So it's time to unveil my senior design project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison... the Hoopla Rack! It's a completely collapsible rack that transports hula hoops on a bicycle. I've written up most of the information at www.hulahoopla.org/hooplarack with plenty of photos. What do you think? This is only the first prototype (it's a bit heavy and pricey right now), but I think it's a pretty good start. <br/> <br/>Thanks for all the input on what you would have liked to see in a hoop rack. I really took your comments to heart in the design process. <br/> <br/>Enjoy :-) and let me know if you'd like the full technical paper. <br/>posted by: </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 0 replies </div>

Danielle 2008-01-25T07:46:54Z Danielle http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/b70aba8d-7c77-4cbd-bf33-33ac7aaa42b9 2007-09-21T21:27:20Z 2007-09-17T20:38:27Z

<div>So I've heard a few things about PVC having a plasticiser in it that isn't so hot for the environment... has anyone ever worked with cPVC and had any comments about it?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 1 reply </div>

Danielle 2007-09-17T20:38:27Z Bearterrible http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/d8e57e96-26b4-4284-891c-365d8748d2eb 2007-09-21T15:08:31Z 2007-09-21T15:08:31Z

<div>as per sub?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 0 replies </div>

Bearterrible 2007-09-21T15:08:31Z Danielle http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack/thread/8b70f2dd-febc-4d1e-a51b-2b7695a290f0 2007-09-17T20:37:06Z 2007-09-17T20:37:06Z

<div>I am attempting to make this rack pretty simple to assemble, and here is what I am thinking right now as standard tools for those who would be interested in rack building. <br/> <br/>-Screwdrivers (phillips and flathead) <br/>-Electric drill (corded or cordless) <br/> <br/>Would these be already owned or easy to acquire/borrow?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hooplarack">hooplarack</a> - 0 replies </div>

Danielle 2007-09-17T20:37:06Z