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Homemade carnival ride spins up some backyard fun

by Popkin

Sep 11, 2024
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Screenshot: Instagram
Screenshot: Instagram

This homemade carnival ride that a dad built for his family looks like so much fun. The ride is made of 4 wooden beams that meet at the center, surrounding a tree. When wound up with a rope against the tree, the contraption unravels and spins the riders around and around. 

I love the minimal look of this ride and how it's made out of…

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