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Old 08-08-08, 07:34 AM
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single&fixed
single&fixed
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Tracy, CA
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Bikes: Windsdor Hour, Lugged Nishiki, Soft Ride fast TT w/650c wheels and a Specialized Allez Elite

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FlipFlop

I rode mine s/s for 3 months and found it did not help much, if any once I changed to Fixed. My friend who builds a fair number of fixed gear bikes wanted me to join him on a flat Century....I flipped over the rear wheel and rode it 3/4 times during the week and went for it. By the end of the 100 miles things started being more "natural". I doubt I will EVER ride it s/s again. My suggestion would be to run a front brake and find a place to ride w/o much traffic for your first efforts - enjoy!
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