Originally Posted by
timfinnigan
Just really getting in to riding. Currently just day to day riding to and from work. I have been looking into the whole fixed gear set up and would like to try it out to maybe get me more active in riding.
So basically I know nothing on how to change my bike from its current 12 speed set to fixed. If anyone could give me some direction on where to start with parts, tools, ideas, or just any general advice I would appreciate it.
Tim, what kind of 12 speed do you currently own? It might be a good candidate or a not-so-great one. If it has lots of braze-ons it is not the best option, but it might have cable clamps, clamp-on derailleur hangers, etc. and be a nice clean frame when you're done. Tell us more about it or post a pic and we can give you some better advice. It might even already have 700c wheels, which would be good as you would have better options on tires.