Originally Posted by
F.T.W
How many of you guys and gals commute on your fixies? I may have to start and Im wondering what are good things to have/bring/outfit your bike with.
The bike is a Nishiki conversion, the rear is a Deep V laced to a Nahsbar fixed fixed hub, shadow conspiracy chain, and the stock crank/double rings.
the front is whatever quickrelease was on the bike when I got it. Something old, and it makes a lot of noise...
I have a front brake and some chopped bullhorns.
What would you suggest to help out my commute? Its 12 miles each way, the only really hilly part is the last mile on my way home. Right now im running 42/17. But that is subject to change once I get new cranks.
thanks a lot!
12 Miles---no prob. If you are going to seriously commute, you need to be visible--I don't go all full blown dork lighting--but a front, rear and some reflective vest or reflective material on your bag. You'll need a bag with change of clothes, etc. Other than that, the whole point of commuting on a fixed is that you dont have to "outfit" your bike with a whole lot of sheat. If you bike has two tires and a chain and goes forward when you pedal, you are pretty much covered. Maybe a cheap plastic clip on fender at the rear for those rainy days. If you have a leather saddle, tie a shower cap or plastic gocery bag to the underside of the street.
Having a lock is good unless you have indoor parkng available.