Big Wheel

Monovelo Monovelo

Can't let go of the Olympics? While it's unlikely you'll be able to purchase 2008 Chinese drummers to play at your next barbecue, apparently the big human-powered wheel from the closing ceremonies can be yours for the bargain price of $1690.

The Monovelo claims to be the first commercially available human-powered monowheel. Built from ASB plastic combined with a steel frame and a rubber tire, the contraption measures just under seven feet in diameter and weighs in at 84 pounds. The device claims a maximum payload of 220 pounds, so lay off the burgers.

Monovelo claims it could be a great advertising tool and is even street legal in most countries. With a top speed of 12.5 miles per hour, that's a lot of good exposure time.