Let's Look at Fixed-Gear Again
In the late 40s and 50s I rode the fixed gear. As you know they were not fixed-gear but one gear. I am perplexed at a fixed-gear bike not coasting. They certainly would coast, and had a kickstand, and you simply pedaled backwards to brake. Well I went and bought the 9-speed but have since considered a track bike with brakes for my second bike. I am not big on gears and would like to not bother shifting. Does anyone know if the newer bikes will take the strain, if any, of not shifting? I come from the school where if the hill was too steep you just walked the bike up it. With this in mind I am looking to replace my fancy clip-in pedals with rubber block ones, for an able platform up the hills especially. Anyone know why some of the pedals cost so much? I really do not believe such pricey expertise is necessary.