Originally Posted by UberIM

Converting a touring bike into a single speed?

Why you might ask?

For commuting.

I am thinking of buying a Fuji touring bike at my LBS and having them make it a single speed. NB, that this touring bike has horizontal rear dropouts (not very long so it wouldn't have enough travel for a flip flop but one ss would work, we think).

It would provide

Stable geometry.

comfy ride (steel frame)

fenders

and wouldn't have to worry about pannier/heel clearance.

and prevent toe overlap.

The other ss options would be to buy a San Jose or build up a Surly Cross Check.

I love SS riding but need a road worthy foul weather set up

Thanks