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Placid Casual
07-30-08, 02:45 PM
What's the top tube pad for?

To let people know that you aren't just riding the bike because you got a DUI, but rather that you are a hip member of the bike kulture. Also, ostensibly, to prevent chips and dents from your handlebars whipping into the top tube.

squeegy200
07-30-08, 03:08 PM
Thomas......you need a street fixie with a front brake. You don't need a true track bike. Start off with something within your price range from Bikes Direct, for instance. Chicks will dig you and I can even show you how to trackstand so you can do a little posing at busy intersections like I do.

I'm not as skilled or as good looking as Roadfix. ;) I fall down in front of everyone while clipped in at busy intersections while attempting trackstands which usually results in spectators laughing and pointing.

I therefore equip my single speed with a freewheel and front/rear brakes. Then I just put my foot down when stopped.

For my bike purchase, I bought a NYCBikes single speed messenger frame and assembled it myself with track wheels for roughly ~$400.

I bought most of the components from www.Chucksbikes.com at affordable prices. Chucks Bikes is located in Orange County
Pepper Grinder
08-02-08, 06:36 PM
Wow some of you guys are patient. I would have flamed this kid a long time ago. Bianchi Pista with plastic pedals :D