Discover the traditional Lout S10 Concept Double Treadle Irish Tension Spinning Wheel with a classic wheel stylea timeless design reborn for modern spinners who value ease, durability, and long-term versatility. Whether youre just beginning or looking to expand your capabilities, this classic Dutch-made wheel has been thoughtfully refined for comfort, reliability, and performance across a wide range of yarn types.
Why Choose Irish Tension?
- Strong Take-Up: Ideal for plying and spinning bulky or art yarns with consistent winding.
- Forgiving & Beginner-Friendly: Draft with confidence as the bobbin-led design pulls yarn in smoothly.
- Large Capacity Bobbins: Handle long spinning sessions without stopping to change bobbins.
Comfort and Stability with Every Spin
- Double Treadle Ergonomics: Treadle with both feet for balance and reduced fatigue. Or use one foot when preferred.
- Balanced Classic Wheel: The signature single-hole main wheel design ensures smooth starts and stops with every treadle.
- Low-Maintenance Operation: Sealed ball bearings at the main hub and footman mean no lubrication required.
Specifications
- Main Wheel Diameter: 19.75″ (50 cm)
- Orifice Diameter: 12 mm (0.5″)
- Orifice Height: 27.625″ (70 cm)
- Ratios: 1:5.5 / 1:7.5 / 1:10.5
- Weight: 13 lbs (6 kg)
- Material: Lacquered Beech & Laminated Birch
What You Get
- Classic Lout S10 Main Wheel with Double Treadle Base
- Irish Tension Flyer with Fixed Hooks
- 3 Irish Tension Bobbins (670 cm each)
- Built-in Lazy Kate Rack (holds 2 bobbins)
- Assembly tools and instruction manual
Optional Accessories
Expand your wheel to suit evolving spinning goals:
- Standard Irish Tension Flyer with Sliding Hook Allows for even yarn layering across the bobbin.
- Standard Flyer with Fixed Hooks Offers a traditional feel with simple, consistent winding.
- Art Yarn Flyer Large 20 mm orifice for expressive, chunky textures.
- Bulky Flyer Designed for maximum capacity and thick yarns.
- High-Speed Flyer Enables higher twist ratios for fine yarns.
- High-Speed Fat Core Bobbin Speeds up take-up and preserves twist for fine spinning.
- High-Speed Irish Tension Bobbin Great for laceweight yarns and faster spinning ratios.
- Bulky Bobbin Holds up to 1240 cm for large-volume spinning.
- Standard Irish Tension Bobbin Useful for alternating projects and organized plying.
- Stand-Alone Lazy Kate Independent bobbin holder with tension control for smooth plying.
- Stand-Alone Skeinwinder Wind and measure skeins professionally and efficiently.
- Lout S10 Carrying Bag Padded, protective, and made for travel and storage ease.
- Replacement Drive Band Keep your wheel in top shape with a fresh band.
Join the Lout legacy. The S10 Concept Irish Tension Classic Spinning Wheel brings together half a century of fiber engineering with a future-proof design made for the long haul. Whether youre spinning to relax or producing yarn in volume, this wheel offers the strength, comfort, and performance you can count on.