Martin - Righties, Lefties, and Bobbins OH MY!

Evanita W. Montalvo
2 days ago
2 min read

You asked for it, and we made it! A left-handed version of the popular Martin travel wheel. What used to seem like an arbitrary and trivial decision, on which side to put the controls, has now been revisited. After numerous requests, we listened and answered! Still all the same features as before, just with the controls swapped over to the left.

… or is it? Because we are also proud to announce that Martin will come with three of the new Flat Pack bobbins as standard equipment, at the $799 price. You’ll still be able to purchase the regular standard bobbins at any time, though. And finally, we are opening a Martin queue to register for your Left or Right handed version in any of the custom colors we offer.

Flat Pack Bobbins

Cost

Martin with 3 Flat Pack Bobbins (white with black) - $799

External Speed Controller (Optional)* - $140

Motor Extension Cable 3 FT or 6 FT (Optional)* - $23-25

Martin 3 Pack of Standard Bobbins (black only) - $90

Martin 3 Pack of Flat Pack Bobbins (white with black) - $120

2 Extra Lazy Kate Axles (includes O-rings and Akerworks TensiTamers) - $40

* If you want to use an External Speed Controller you will need a Motor Extension Cable

What's Included with Martin

Martin in a case
3 Flat Pack bobbins with aluminum brake drums
Orifice hook
2 Lazy Kate axles with Akerworks TensiTamers (additional axles are available for purchase)
1 drive belt
Spares kit bag (2 cinch, 2 spring, and Kevlar tension cord, and glue)
USB C PD3.1 Power Brick with USB-DC5525 15V Trigger Cable (3 feet)
DC5525 power extension cable (6 feet)
Manual

Product Details

Materials: Carbon Fiber and 3D printed ABS plastic

Dimension Closed: 8.5" L x 9.5" W x 6.5" H (21.6x24.1x16.5 cm)

Dimension Opened: 8.5" L x 18" W x 7.5" H (21.6x45.7x19 cm)

Weight: 5.35 lbs (2.4kg)*

Tension: Scotch, 1.5mm Kevlar braid

Orifice: 12mm with a 6mm reducer

Standard Bobbin Capacity: 6 oz of 30 WPI singles

Standard Bobbin Weight: Approximately 86g

Flat Pack Bobbin Capacity: 5 oz of 30 WPI singles

Flat Pack Bobbin Weight: Approximately 103g

Speed: 300-2,200 RPM (Rotations Per Minute)

Power Requirements: 15vDC Speed Controller: Comes with built-in Internal Speed Controller. Can also use an external Magpie or Daedalus Digital Speed Controller.

* Weight listed for Martin weight includes 3 empty flat pack bobbin, power brick, cables, spares kit, and 2 lazy kate axles.

How to Purchase

To purchase a Martin, you will need to sign up for the queue. You will have the option to select the color trim and whether you wish to have a Rightie or a Leftie control setup. Once we reach your name in the queue, we will send you an email to let you know we are ready to build your wheel. We will confirm with you what you would like to order before an invoice is sent.

To sign up for the queue, simply click the Join the Queue button.

Accessories for the Martin can be purchased at any time through our shop.