Equipment news from Schacht Spindle Co., Inc. is the announcement of the Schacht Spinning Wheel. This new wheel is suitable for beginners or experienced handspinners alike. It has many versatile features including two flyer whorls with drive ratios of 9:1 and 11:1 for either heavy or medium yarns; 13:1 and 16:1 for fine yarns. Optional is a Scotch Tension device. The quick-attach flyer whorls facilitate changing bobbins and two drive wheels come with the wheel. The tension controls for the drive band are positioned for easy use and the treadle is generously sized to allow using either or both feet. The Schacht Spinning Wheel is also portable, designed with a compact shape and its own carrying strap.