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Old 08-31-07 | 02:44 AM
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Tapeworm21
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From: Berkeley

Bikes: 2010 Tarmac SL, 2013 Fairdale Weekender, 2013 Fairdale Coaster, 1995 Specialized M2 Pro, 1972 Schwinn Heavy Duty, 2014 Surley Long Haul Trucker

Tomorrow is my first day with a fixie.

Been riding on single speed since February. I have a flip flop hub and today my chain flew off on the single speed side twice today. I have no idea what causes that. The chain tension is fine, but the wheel is slipping around in the dropouts somehow... and the bolts are CRANKED down ('07 Langster). So starting tomorrow, I'm going fixed. Things I know... and have thought of:

1) Brake early
2) Ride slower at first (Obviously)
3) Don't take corners as fast... pedal drag sucks, especially when you can't do anything about it.
4) Heavy on the front brake, lift up back wheel, skid...... repeat. I can do that.
5) Watch out for the ladies lustfully lunging themselves for you as they see your bike. (No?)

Anyone have some advice for day 1? I'm just gonna give myself some more time to get to work tomorrow and hope for the best. Tell my wife I love her.
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