Upgrade your Buddy for balanced, low-effort treadling
Turn your single-treadle Lojan Travel Buddy into a smooth, symmetrical double-treadle wheel. The Conversion Kit spreads the work across both feet, so you spin longer with less fatigue, maintain a steadier cadence, and enjoy finer control at all ratios your Buddy supports.
Spin longer with less strain
- Even power, both legs: balanced motion reduces ankle, knee, and lower-back stress—great for long sessions or sensitive joints.
- Lighter feel at higher ratios: steadier drive makes it easier to hold speed for thin singles and consistent plying (up to your Buddy’s top ratio).
- Smoother starts & stops: two pedals deliver controlled take-off and quick recovery if your drafting hand pauses.
Built to match your wheel—inside and out
- Materials to last: precision-cut solid and laminated beech pair seamlessly with your Buddy’s frame.
- Factory-fit geometry: linkages and hinges are designed for the Buddy platform, keeping your treadle stroke natural and efficient.
- Ready to finish: ships unfinished so you can oil, wax, or lacquer to your preference before assembly.
Quick conversion—tools included
- Straightforward assembly: clear, step-by-step instructions.
- Right bits in the box: reusable screwdriver with PZ2 and Torx T10 bits for the supplied hardware.
- Eco-conscious packaging: recyclable cardboard and paper parts bags.
What’s in the box
- Left and right treadle boards with hardware & linkages
- Hinges, rods, fasteners, and spacers specific to the Buddy
- Combination screwdriver (PZ2 + T10)
- Printed assembly guide
Note: This is an upgrade kit—not a complete spinning wheel.
Compatibility & requirements
- Platform: converts the Lojan Travel Buddy from single wide treadle to double treadle.
- Not universal: hardware and geometry are Buddy-specific; it is not intended for other brands or models.
- Finish first: for best results, apply your chosen finish to the wooden parts before final assembly.
Specs at a glance
- Materials: solid beech & laminated beech, steel hardware
- Kit dimensions (boxed): ~33 × 24 × 6 cm; ~2.2 lb
- Designed by: Jan Louët Feisser & Loes van Aken
Why this upgrade pays off
- Comfort you feel immediately: balanced treadling reduces fatigue and invites longer, more satisfying spins.
- Control you can see: smoother cadence supports fine singles, lace-weight, and consistent plying.
- Value that grows: enhance the wheel you already love instead of buying a second wheel.
Finish & care
Protect bare wood with oil, wax, or lacquer before use (Lojan beeswax polish yields a soft matte sheen). Wipe hardware dry after damp conditions and re-wax occasionally to keep the treadle action silent and smooth.
Ready to spin with better balance?
Add the Lojan Travel Buddy Double Treadle Conversion Kit to your cart and enjoy comfort, control, and confidence—at home or wherever your portable Buddy takes you.
