Welcoming The Schacht Sidekick Spinning Wheel
We’re blown away by Schacht Spindle Co.’s Sidekick Folding Spinning Wheel, a masterful fusion of design and technology that will win you over in both form and function.
Every aspect of this purpose-built travel wheel has been carefully considered.
The Sidekick features long, deep treadles offering comfort and support while the centred orifice ensures ergonomic spinning.
A unique and innovative wheel orientation allows for a compact folding design giving the wheel a low centre of gravity and a treadle action that feels just like riding a bike!
With some note-worthy tech specs (see below for details) and modular factory set-up skilfully assembled and inspected for quality, the Sidekick is a reliable multipurpose tool designed to spin a variety of yarns and fibres.
The Schacht Sidekick Folding Spinning Wheel comes fully assembled, complete with carry bag and should strap.
FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE
Light and compact folding design with cleverly integrated storage for one bobbin, flyer, and whorl making it perfect for travel spinning and discreetly tucking away when not in use.
Long, comfortable treadles and centred orifice for ergonomic spinning.
Unique wheel orientation for a compact folding design, offering a low centre of gravity and a treadle action that feels just like riding a bike!
Scotch tension (flyer led) drive system with precise control knob for fine tuning take-up.
The factory set-up comes with the Schacht Medium and Fast whorls, gearing the wheel for four speeds. Its modular design can accommodate further whorl sizes enabling future upgrades for slower or super-fast spinning.
Some noteworthy tech specs - frictionless ball bearings hold the drive wheel, the flyer turns on self-aligning bearings, and quick release leavers are employed on both the front and rear maidens for a quick getaway.
Includes a durable carry bag and an adjustable carrying strap that can be attached directly to the folded wheel.
And, it comes fully assembled. Use it straight out of the box!
OUR KIT INCLUDES
Sidekick Folding Spinning Wheel (see specifications HERE)
3 x Travel bobbins
Medium speed whorl, 5.7:1 and 6.8:1 (WS6706)
Fast speed whorl, 8.0:1 and 9.0:1 (WS6707)
Orifice hook
Black poly drive band
Sidekick carry bag and strap
Instruction manual
Loom & Spindle Leader Yarn 3 Pack
Loom & Spindle Yarn Gauge
CUSTOMISATION AND ACCESSORIES
The Schacht Slow, High, and Super High-speed whorls are compatible with the Sidekick wheel. Please note the Extra Slow whorl is not compatible.
The Sidekick uses the same bobbins, whorls, and flyer as the Schacht Matchless, Flatiron, and Ladybug wheels. The Sidekick can be purchased without the bobbin-flyer assembly if you already own one of these wheels.
For custom order enquiries please get in touch to discuss your needs. We would love to help you out!
