Rocket Bicycle Powered by Tar

0 Comments Published September 25th, 2006 in Way Out There
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Rocket Bicycle

This rocket powered bicycle reminds me of something “Tim the Tool Man” might build. The rocket bike is powered by a 200-pound-thrust rocket engine that uses roofing tar as the propellant, and a model rocket motor as the igniter. Capable of doing 0 to 60 mph in 5 seconds and up to 147 miles per hour, the rocket bike is fast enough to beat a Porche in a drag race… if you can manage to hold on.

The following is a video clip of the bike in action.

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Found on: Gizmowatch