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Alan Yuen replied to Alan Yuen's discussion 'Noob questions'
So a pedal strap would allow me to pull up on the pedal while pushing down the other pedal at the same time to slow down the rear wheel. Is that correct?
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Dan replied to Alan Yuen's discussion 'Noob questions'
1. think of toe clips as another method besides going clipless.  BUT  for fixed riders who ride brakeless, toe clips or pedal straps are necessary to learn how to skid and to stop.  I personally ride with clipless and  a front…
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So I'm trying to get into riding fixed gear bikes and was wondering if anyone on here could recommend me some reputable bike shops I could go hit up to get a bike and gear. Also, if anyone has any tips for a beginner starting out in the sport, they'd be much appreciated.See More
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Alan Yuen

Noob questions 2 Replies

I'm completely new to fixed gear. Have done some reading and googling and I stll have a couple questions.1) what's the purpose of the toe strap? Beside more efficient pedalling? Does it help slowing the rear wheel? I don't have one on my pedals, and prefer not to have one unless the advantage outweighs the trouble of getting used to using straps.2) I have replaced the track pedal that came with the bike with platform pedals which I'm much more comfortable with. I normally placed the pedal slightly behind the ball of my feet, between the arch and the ball to be precise. I'm used to this position since it gives me the most grip when pedalling. The problem is my foot would touch the front wheel during turns. Would having straps help? Is there other Ways around it?ThanksContinue

Started by Alan Yuen in HELP!. Last reply by Alan Yuen on Wednesday.

Alan Yuen

From Alberta Canada

Hi everybody, I'm new to riding fixie and I just got my bike a month ago, Which is a norco spade. had no intention on riding fixed when I first bought the bike. All I wanted was a single speed bike to get to work and other places. Well, the bike came with a flip flop hub so I decided to give it a try and i love it. I won't be using the freewheel anytime soon.Thats it for intro, ride safe.Continue

Started by Alan Yuen in INTRODUCE YOURSELF on Tuesday.

SLY

back form the dead

sup people how is everyone doin, well im back from the dead and lookin to get another bike,work slowed down n finally getting back on track hope all is good everyoneContinue

Started by SLY in INTRODUCE YOURSELF Jan 14.

Kellen

Custom Leather Double Toe Straps

$40 - I accept PaypalI'm selling custom leather double toe straps. The straps are made with a high quality 9 oz hide and all the work is done by hand. These straps are super comfortable and will hold your feet firm no matter what you put your bike through. I can make them with brass or silver buckles and they can be stained in many colors. You may have seen similar straps made by Plemon's of San Francisco (the inspiration for my straps). I think they are the most bad ass toe straps around and being that I do leather work, I thought I would duplicate them myself. Plemon's sell for $60 a set while mine only cost $40.These straps are super secure and their design allows them to always stay open so it's always easy for you to get your feet in. I have one set ready to go right now, but if you want a custom design in the leather or a specific stain color, I can make it for you. Turn around for custom straps is 1 week. …Continue

Started by Kellen in FIXIES FOR SALE / NEEDED Jan 6.

Kellen

From Boise ID 1 Reply

Hey all, thought I would introduce myself and my bike. Started riding fixed when I was in school in L.A. about 6 years ago. Have gone thru a few bike, but here's what I currently ride.  Univega Nuvo Sport, Infinity 700x32 Armadillos on Weinmann hoops laced to high flange velocity hubs, MKS GR9 pedals, Origin 8 cages, homemade double toe straps, Bulletproof cranks running a 44/16, homemade top tube cover, cut down mountain bike bars on a Ritchey stem with origin 8 grips and a Dirt Harry brake lever, sitting on an old Brooks B17 Saddle. Continue

Started by Kellen in INTRODUCE YOURSELF. Last reply by Sam Binette Jan 1.

Eric The Great

Is there such a thing called pedal brakes? 2 Replies

Like the title says, is there a way I can modify my bike to have pedal brakes without losing freewheel? I'm still newb to these "fixies".Continue

Started by Eric The Great in HELP!. Last reply by Dan Jan 11.

Eric The Great

Just another Californian...

Hey all, I recently picked up this old school RALEIGH from a friend to help me quit smoking. Got it for $40 bucks. And I believe it was once geared from factory but is now "fixed" into a single-speed freewheel.Continue

Started by Eric The Great in INTRODUCE YOURSELF Dec 20, 2011.

Jake Cunningham

Sydney Australia

Hey. I'm moving to Sydney in a few weeks. Can anyone recommend any good velodromes or other places to ride?? Near the city or north Sydney.Are there any clubs or group fixie rides?Continue

Tags: rides, group, Velodrome, Australia, Sydney

Started by Jake Cunningham in INTRODUCE YOURSELF Dec 11, 2011.

Brooklyn

Clipless Pedal Recommendation 4 Replies

Hey All, I've been riding clipless pedals the past 6mo and fell in love; cannot think of returning to toeclips. I currently ride with an SPD system, but am looking to purchase the SPEEDPLAY Zero Track Sprint pedals. http://www.speedplay.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.zero Any one here use them and can share your experiences or opinion on its performance? My reasons for the SPEEDPLAYS vs. other manufacturers: - 15 degree adjustment range of float or fixed position - cornering clearance [I pedal strike (w/165mm cranks) corners all the time unless I go wide] - dual sided entry  - clean design Thanks a mil!!!  =)-B  Continue

Started by Brooklyn in HELP!. Last reply by Dan Dec 4, 2011.

Daniel Krall

NEW YORK fixie riders! 1 Reply

I recently got into fixie riding, and came to the disappointing conclusion that none of my friends have bikes D: ... I'd like to make some friends that ride around Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.

Tags: manhattan, city, queens, brooklyn, york

Started by Daniel Krall in MISC. FIXED GEAR FORUM. Last reply by g0tyupimp Nov 1, 2011.

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Fixed Gear Republic

Slow Down : Fixed Gear Track Stands

One thing that is great about fixed gear bikes is that they make us realize things and appreciate things we may have not appreciated before riding. One of these things is a fixed gear bike's unique ability to be able to stay in one place. Sometimes it is good to slow things down and take a moment to focus on track stands while everything else is moving so rapidly around you.

 

Check out the video below for what I'm talking about. Found on…

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Posted by Fixed Gear Republic on January 10, 2012 at 1:23pm

Leyton Schiebel

The Bruiser

make sure you're buying the right bruiser frame if ever purchased from Milwaukee Bicycle Co..

The pre painted ones (like this all-black one) are from Hong Kong China?? Wtf! Might as well call it Hong Kong Bicycle Co. Narf…

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Posted by Leyton Schiebel on December 21, 2011 at 8:29pm — 1 Comment

Clive Foden

http://nedclive.blogspot.com/

I do write about cycling and the fixie: see " 'Tis a Gift to be Simple"

Posted by Clive Foden on October 24, 2011 at 5:50am

citrafunk

and it begins!

I have been drawn to the fixie-single speed concept since I first saw a mug  crushing a big gear out by Cherry Creek Res....we were headed south on Jordan and he would catch and pass me after every light and had a really low cadence... I was working on getting  a really high cadence and I was surprised at his set up....everything else looked like a normal racing bike. So I struck up a conversation with him and got the LOWDOWN!

 

 I guess tho that my love of fixie and Single…

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Posted by citrafunk on September 29, 2011 at 11:30am — 1 Comment

Moses Dane

Ride a Bicycle

Posted by Moses Dane on August 14, 2011 at 11:13pm

Erin Sheard

Fixie Love, Art, and Culture

I'm writing a paper on "Fixie art and culture" and I need sources for research... I know what drives me with the love for my ride and why I ride Every day but I need some outside sources... If y'all wanna help a brother get in A please drop a note and tell me what it is that moves you, what you love about ridin' and how you... "Got in the game"

 

Posted by Erin Sheard on August 1, 2011 at 2:48pm

 
 
 

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