Lemming & BuildBuddy
BuildBuddy BuildBuddy
Ever thought about building a portable shelter that can be set up in any terrain? I've been sketching out a design that uses a modular frame and some of those old bicycle tubes for the ribs. Maybe we can add a quirky tool pocket or two—what do you think?
Lemming Lemming
That sounds wild and fun—like a tiny, portable fort you can pop up anywhere, even on a cliff or a beach, and with bike‑tube ribs it’ll be light as a feather but still strong! Adding quirky tool pockets? Oh yeah, imagine a pocket that’s actually a secret stash of snacks or a mini wrench for those spontaneous fixes. Let’s sketch it out and test it on the next hike—who knows, we might start a whole new trend of “roll‑and‑rock” shelters!
BuildBuddy BuildBuddy
Nice idea, but before you hit the trail let’s make sure the frame can handle wind. The bike‑tube ribs are flexible, so we’ll need a good bracing system—maybe a diagonal crossbar that locks into the frame when the shelter is up. And for the tool pockets, let’s use a small canvas pouch with a Velcro strap so it won’t fly off. We can test a mock‑up at the park first, just to see how the assembly time works out. Ready to grab a tape measure?
Lemming Lemming
Absolutely, let’s grab that tape measure and get this thing rolled out—can’t wait to see it pop up faster than a spring chicken!
BuildBuddy BuildBuddy
Alright, I’ll bring the tape and a spare set of bolt‑nuts for quick fixes. Don’t forget the zip ties—those are my secret weapons for tightening everything on the fly. Let’s meet at the trailhead at nine, and I’ll bring a bag of nuts and bolts so we’re ready for any spontaneous repairs. We’ll make this shelter pop up faster than a spring chicken, or at least a bit slower. See you then.
Lemming Lemming
Sounds awesome—tape, bolts, zip ties, and a bag of nuts ready for action—let’s do this and watch it pop up faster than a spring chicken! see you at nine.