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EDIT: Just wanted to add I know the god thing is hard for some. I understand, it's become harder for me. My beliefs are wildly different than when I first arrived! But that's also an amazing thing, we can evolve!
After some feedback (and because I can't leave well enough alone), I updated my model with a print profile which has an center hub that accepts a 6702ZZ ball bearing.
There's still the original print profile, but with the bearing.. it's much smoother sailing! 🏴☠️
To make it look like weathered wood, I printed it in light brown PLA, dry-brushed it with a dark wood varnish, and wrapped each spoke with nylon cord. It came out looking far better than I expected!
Fair warning: if you wear this to a Ren Faire, be prepared to tell the joke... a lot. 🏴☠️