Old 07-06-10 | 03:21 PM
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ianjk
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Bikes: '07 Pista, '09 Fantom Cross Uno, '8? Miyata, '67 Stingray, '0? Zoo mod trials, Tallbike, Chopper, '73 Schwinn Collegiate, '67 Triumph Chopper, '69 CB350, '58 BSA Spitfire, '73 CB450

Originally Posted by Nuggetross
i prefer to not ride fixed in snow. that might just be because my fixed bike is rather aggressive, thus more weight on the front tire. but my beater redline 925 set up as an ss w/ risers is a good time. baskets on the rear add some extra weight to keep it planted.

I'm the opposite, one frozen up freewheel is all it takes to ruin your day

Studded tires + front brake + fixed wheel = 5 more months of safe, solid riding.


Also, never, I repeat never try riding a downhill street with 23c slicks on an icy day...
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