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Like it gearless ? The fixie scene is small in Brisbane but will no doubt grow. Come find out what it's about
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Finally Rode my 'Star Fixed
Started by CamDS. Last reply by Mark Lee Jan 11. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I finally worked through the laziness and changed my flip flop hub on my Malvern Star over to fixed and took her for a ride up to Shorncliffe and over the Bridge.…Continue
Gateway Bridge Bikeway
Started by Kalvin Bartlett. Last reply by Kalvin Bartlett May 18, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Well I finally did the Gateway Bridge ride. Planned for weeks and put off due to rain, other plans and so on. I completed this on a Pinnarello Lungavita and found it easier than I excpected to reach…Continue
Looking for other riders
Started by Steve Henley. Last reply by DamianM Jan 29, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
My partner and I are looking for other fixie riders for regular rides. We live in South Bank and ride 50 to 100 K rides. She is new to fixie riding but is a fast learner. We are rideing everyday over…Continue
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Comment by Luke Revolution on March 20, 2012 at 11:30pm -
Once you've got mega fixie legs you'll be right, Iain. :)
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Comment by Iain on March 20, 2012 at 11:31am -
Did my first commute on the fixie,10k, a couple of points where I forgot that I cant stop peddling, but those passed with out incidence! Failed to make it up this hill: http://g.co/maps/trfa9, I was not able to gain any momentum and just couldn't get the power down, but overall much easer then I was expecting!
Really enjoyed the ride (even in the wet) and its so quiet! I love the "Stealth Cycling" :D
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Comment by Iain on March 19, 2012 at 2:08pm
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Thanks :D
It's a 46/16 so a little harder, will see how it goes, and maybe invest in a 17 or an 18 for the rear if I have too may problem hills!
It's surprising just how quiet it is! My other bike is hub geared, but this is a lot quieter even that that one!
Quick question: recommended cleats/peddles; Shimano SPD, Crankbrothes or another? I have http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-a530-spd-single-sided-touring-pedals/ on the hub geared bike and http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-m324-combination-pedals/ on the fixie. I like that I can ride the bikes with normal shoes if I just want to pop round the corner, but I was/am considering getting some of these: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/crank-brothers-candy-3-mtb-pedals/.
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Comment by Kalvin Bartlett on March 19, 2012 at 1:20pm -
Nice bike Iain. You should be okay with the hills if you have anything around 46/48 Front - 17/18 rear. Just keep in mind that easier going uphill may work out harder going downhill. With the bike locked in 'fixed mode' it can be harder to keep up the speed of rotation once the momentum builds on the way down. You just need to test a few different combinations. It may even be worth running single speed (not fixed) and getting a gearing that will get you up the hills before you switch over to fixed to get into the downhills. I hope that helps. It is a pleasant way to travel. You will be amazed how quiet it is. 'Stealth' mode is probably the closest comparison I can make. Happy cycling Iain. Stay safe. Regards, Kalvin
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Comment by Iain on March 19, 2012 at 12:52pm
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I have finally got myself a Fixie! It's a Brown Jersey "Jonny Appleseed", I've switched the peddles out for some Shimano SPD. I had a bit of a play with it on Sunday and it was good fun. Haven't mastered the skid stop or cycling backwards yet, but am planning to try my 10k commute to work on it to tomorrow! I just hope I can get up the hills!
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Comment by Luke Revolution on January 23, 2012 at 1:34pm
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Comment by Luke Revolution on November 14, 2011 at 2:36pm
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Fixies are the bike of choice for robots
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Comment by CamDS on November 8, 2011 at 10:01am -
Joined the Single Speed club last week... finally got to ride it this week... New wheels are on their way so I'll be a legitimate member of the group shortly.
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Comment by Steve Henley on September 19, 2011 at 8:44pm -
I had a similar ride to this, 1974 Masi White and Blue with a 53X17. Mine was set up as a fixie. Crashed on the Brisbane to Gold Coast two years ago in the rain and bent the frame beyond repair. Great picture of the bike and looks pretty flash, just tell me that you are older than your bike. I was married in 74 so I was way older than the bike.
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Comment by Ride2Wk on September 17, 2011 at 4:01pm -
Well I'm not quite fixed wheel but I am fixed speed so I thought I'd join up. I've ridden fixed but prefer freewheel through the traffic. I have a Masi and an old all steel 1970s 27inch sngle speed although it needs new wheels & repainting. On the Masi I'm pushing 53x16 for my mostly flat 14km commute. It's a nice bike but I eventually have to paint it white since I was born in Sydney & don't support the Maroons !
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