LeeU Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 My chiropractor has told me I need to throw standing up. I have searched the forums and read the Glick piece, looked at Neil's great set-up, read about perhaps using a rod and handle to govern the foot peddle etc. etc. I have a Brent wheel with adjustable legs (marketed for "table top" conversion) and don't expect any problem with getting the wheel set up at the proper height. What I am looking for is any other tips or experiences (not already covered in the previous forums) that people can share. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judy_in_GA Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Check out the backrest that Kristen Kieffer uses to throw standing ... http://kiefferceramics.com/tag/back-health/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marko Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 I have mine up on house piers and it has helped my back. But sometimes I would like to sit. It's a give or take, but your health comes first. Best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marko Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Check out the backrest that Kristen Kieffer uses to throw standing ... http://kiefferceramics.com/tag/back-health/ Check it out. Very good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JBaymore Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Lee, Just had this exact topic discussion with one of the ceramics majors on Wednesday after classes. The backrest / back support is the key to this idea. BTW... are you going to be part of the fall NHIA anagama firing? If so we can talk then if you haven't got it all squared away. best, ................john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fireborn Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 I like that back rest type setup. That is pretty fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Put your pedal up on the wheel and control it by hand. It's much easier than trying to deal with it on the floor when you're standing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denice Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 One of my professors had a English treadle wheel that he loved but I don't know if the stepping on the treadle would be good for your back. Denice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeU Posted September 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Neil....uh...how does one throw and use a hand on the peddle at the same time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeU Posted September 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 John---I plan to come down and participate/observe as needed/possible, but won't have work for the kiln until the Spring firing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 You just set the speed and throw. I used to do a lot more speed adjustments while throwing with my foot on the pedal. Now small stuff I can make all at one speed, larger stuff I might have to adjust 2 or 3 times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Min Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 no room for mine on wheel so used a piece of redi rod with an old doorknob on top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRankin Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Min, that's a great idea. Lee, I throw standing using a portable Speedball Artista wheel with no foot pedal. It has a conveniently located speed adjustment knob and I only use two speeds, one for centering and the other for throwing. When trimming I set it on a comfortable speed and rarely change it. When working in the college studio that has Shimpos and Brents I got used to hardly changing the speed on the foot pedal because of my home wheel. You can get accustomed to working without a foot pedal is all I'm saying. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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