http://www.motherearthnews.com/library/1970_November_December/Build_Your_Own_Potter_s_Kick_Wheel
I would think this would be fine for occasional work, but If it was
me, and I was going to make regular use of one, I'd figure out a way to
have it driven by some sort of power.
JOAT
The grass on the other side of the fence is seldom greener. It just
gets more media attention.