Originally Posted by
Buddha2499
I can’t imagine daily commuting on a single speed bike. The low maintence and simplicity would certainly be nice. But there are days I need to carry a laptop, or extra clothes. I might need to stop at the store on the way home. Or there could be a strong headwind. All of these are reasons to have a nice choice gear ratios on a bike.
I also live live in an area with plenty of hills. I might be less biased if I lived somewhere completely flat.
That's ultimately what is holding me back from the single speed. I've ridden SS/Fixed up small hills, it's not as bad as it sounds. I think once I get used to it, it won't really be a problem, although a geared bike will always be easer to ride, same as comparing it to an E bike, where that is even easier to ride. Thanks for you input.