Schacht Sidekick Folding Spinning Wheel

The Sidekick is Schacht's newest spinning wheel. She's designed to fold easily, yet be a solid spinner. Folds to 21.5" h x 8.25" w x 15" d. Integrated storage of bobbins, flyer, and whorls for transport. Lightweight at 13 pounds. 13.75" drive wheel allows for ratios from 4.25 to 13.75:1. Long, comfortable treadles. Uses the same bobbins, whorls, and flyer as the Schacht Matchless and Ladybug wheels. The Sidekick can be purchased without the bobbin-flyer assembly. 25" orifice height for comfortable spinning. Employs Scotch tension with precise control knob. The drive wheel spins on ball bearings. The flyer turns on self-aligning bearings. Drive band tension adjuster allows for all whorls to be used with one drive band. The Sidekick comes with 3 travel bobbins, fast and medium whorls, threading hook, and adjustable carrying strap, and a durable carry bag. Also available: The Sidekick Bulky Plyer Flyer Package can be added at any time.