Originally Posted by
wolfchild
I've been commuting on fixed gears for few years and there is a learning curve. If you are new to riding fixed then it's better to start of slow and easy until you become comfortable controlling and handling the bike. Riding fixed in traffic takes skill. If you never commuted on a fixie in traffic then start with a freewheel until you get the feel for the bike and become good at riding, then change over to fixed. The more you ride the better you will become. Riding fixed is a lot of fun.
I am used to fixed but on a smaller scale, like bmx bikes.
Originally Posted by
TransitBiker
Vilano Rampage looks to be the better of the two, especially with that reversible rear hub... Might want to invest in fenders if they are not included. Have you learned about fixed & single speed bikes? Depending on the topography of the routes you plan on riding, you may want to get even just 3 speed rear hub so you get a high, medium and low gear for flats & hills.
The route is mostly city, flat. I was plannong on going with fix because i hear they give somewhat of more control which is better for the city.