Hello everyone! I'm new to the forum and new to fixed-gear bikes, but definitely not new to cycling. I've thought about building a velodrome inspired fixed-gear for a while now, and a few weeks ago I decided to go for it. I basically wanted something that just looked good and could be ridden around the block and on the track once in a while, so I definitely went for form over function. I couldn't decide on a frame and since this bike was going to be built mainly for aesthetics and not performance I began with a dirt cheap Fixie-Thruster frame from Walmart... I know, I know... But it's a steel frame, isn't that heavy, and ended up looking pretty nice if I do say so. The majority of the parts used came from State Bicycle Co., Pure Fix Cycles, and Retrospec. I wanted to go with State Bicycles gold seat post as well, but the Thruster frame accepts 25.4mm seat posts I also installed a sealed bottom bracket (Shimano UN55) and converted to a threadless headset using a Profile Design conversion. All in all, I only have about $300 in the bike and I think it turned out pretty darn good. Also, the saddle in the photos is only temporary until my black Origin-8 comes in at the LBS. I couldn't upload all my pics, but you get the idea. Anyway, let me know what you think!









A photo of a stock Fixie Thruster for comparison