building a FG from scratch info search
10-07-05, 09:25 AM
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building a FG from scratch info search
I`m looking for info on the best rte to build up a fixed gear frame for road riding.Should I get road gear or track bike stuff.I plan on putting at least 2k per year for mileage.
10-07-05, 09:35 AM
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How much you want to spend has a lot to do with it. If you want to go inexpensive, but something that works excellent, look at fixed gear frames from IRO, Kogswell, or Surly. IRO has an excellent fixed/single speed specific crank that works excellent. They also have excellent inexpensive components such as wheels, stems, handlebars, etc. However, it is difficult to put together one that is more inexpensive than a built bike from Tony at IRO.
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building your own FG from scratch may not be cheaper, but the knowledge and pride of ownership is invaluable IMHO.
oh, and: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/fixed.html
oh, and: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/fixed.html
10-10-05, 05:27 AM
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Building from scratch is never cheaper. Ever. But it's a hoot, and you get to bond with the half-finished bike in your bedroom.
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It's been done for cheap. There was a thread with conversion cost breakdowns, and bostontrevor had a couple that were around $100. I've done a couple sub $200. That's a lot less than a new Mark V or Pista.
