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Old 03-24-15 | 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by betabetae
Hi, I'm total newb here so I would appreciate any help and advice. I am planning to make a singlespeed bike (at least try to do so) and I have a frame like this one: 600 KN RAMA ZA SPECIJALKU + VILICA F. COPPI COLUMBUS NIVACROM 52/54

Is this frame a good one to start with or should I look for another one?
The dropouts on that frame are nearly vertical so you would need to use a chain tensioner or an eccentric hub or bottom bracket. This bike could never be a fixed gear. If you are looking for a bike to convert you should look for older bikes that have a horizontal dropout like this:
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