I say Fricke wheels are the very best value in spinning wheels. It's a great, smooth-operating, quiet wheel that's sturdy, easy to tote, and will grow along with you. I freakin love my Frickes. They're easy to treadle, sturdy, and very flexible. Assembly is simple with excellent instructions. Plus the machined whorl just looks awesome.
Features:
-Fricke flyer with infinitely adjustable yarn guide
-4 bobbins with velcro to hold your leader (avoid a big jumble of knots)
-5 spinning ratios on the gorgeous machined aluminum whorl (covers the basics + lace speeds you need a separate kit/flyer for on most wheels)
-basic band for the first 4 speeds; smaller band for fastest ratio
-5.7:1, 6.8:1, 8.7:1, 12:1, and 19.4:1
-scotch tension
-sealed ball bearings for SMOOTH treadling
-17" wheel; 30" tall; orifice at 28"
-approximately 15 pounds.
-delta orifice accommodates all yarn, from superfine to bulky & novelty yarns
-smooth-action double treadle for less effort/fatigue, good alignment
-lazy kate for plying/storage
-sturdy and stable
-jumbo flyer bulky/plying kit available (sold separately; $69)
Frame is various hardwoods, such as ash, white or red oak. Wheel is MDF with an attractive wood grain finish on both sides.
The lazy kate shown is the older model; the new one also includes a yarn guide.
FREE DOMESTIC GROUND SHIPPING.
$35 SHIPPING TO CANADA
Have any questions?
Contact the shop owner.
