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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-21, 04:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By BoozyMcliverRot

Rainy day in Sarasota today. Project Mayhem is...

Rainy day in Sarasota today. Project Mayhem is almost finished.

Swapped out the bars/stem,brakes/levers,wheels and cassette and removed the ugly frame decals.

Test ride around the neighborhood...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-12-21, 09:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By Lazyass

My old warhorse, I have over 20,000 miles on this...

My old warhorse, I have over 20,000 miles on this one. Just got some new Kuota carbon cranks.

https://i.postimg.cc/Y2RGfsfx/20210612-073513-1.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-21, 08:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By Speedway2

It's been great getting the old Giant (20yo) back...

It's been great getting the old Giant (20yo) back into the rotation....even tho it means less SS riding time.
Just installed some new rubber....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-21, 10:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By franswa

Just built this one up last week. I know this sub...

Just built this one up last week. I know this sub forum has some appreciation for Somas

...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-22-21, 07:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By espi-JG

https://i.imgur.com/Oxf73vN.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/Oxf73vN.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-18-21, 03:09 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By Lazyass

26+ steel hardtail is the perfect bike for my...

26+ steel hardtail is the perfect bike for my tight, twisty, sandy singletrack. I've been wanting to set it up as single speed but I also take it to the mountains and I keep thinking about how much...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-21, 07:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By BoozyMcliverRot

Work in progress. True Temper OX Ultra 2...

Work in progress.

True Temper OX Ultra 2 tubes with a 80s Stumpjumper biplane fork. Mix of parts with a 1x9 Deore setup.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-21, 10:48 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By EnzoRWD

https://i.imgur.com/54s387D.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/54s387D.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-21, 08:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By franswa

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-21, 06:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By bwilli88

On today's ride, near a local Buddhist wat. A...

On today's ride, near a local Buddhist wat.
A Fuji Stratos with 105 group but with Dura-ace bar-end shifters....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By Topless68

Nice Rig! I've started looking into this whole...

Nice Rig! I've started looking into this whole SS/Fixie thing as well. I picked up an 85' Norco that i'm looking to convert. 41yo, clydesdale, usually riding CX and road. Thankfully, the only...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-21, 07:38 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By tough_boots

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Raleigh Technium Tri-lite and it feels so right.

Finally back on the road...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-21, 06:29 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By Lazyass

https://i.postimg.cc/RF2600bm/20210418-073838.jpg...

https://i.postimg.cc/RF2600bm/20210418-073838.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/vTRTsNcH/20210418-073851.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-21, 05:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,651
Posted By stevel610

Caad9

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By stevel610

Wabi Classic

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-21, 06:52 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By ethet

This is dope.

This is dope.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-21, 11:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By tough_boots

I've only ever really enjoyed SS-- I'm 42. Gears...

I've only ever really enjoyed SS-- I'm 42. Gears are just not for me and I live in Phoenix where we don't really have hills. Only rode fixed once by mistake. The bike shop returned my bike to me with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 02:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By Mikefule

I'm 58, but a long-time cyclist. I ride 42 x 18...

I'm 58, but a long-time cyclist. I ride 42 x 18 which is a substantially lower gear the 44 x 16. I might consider 42 x 17. I think you will find 44 x 16 a bit tall.

Looks like a nice bike,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 01:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By JohnDThompson

No. I'm 65 and most of my riding last year was...

No. I'm 65 and most of my riding last year was fixed gear.



44/16 ought to be fine. I lived in Madison for about 12 years. There's good riding in that area.



Bullhorn only for style...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 01:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By DKVelo

24 tpi does seem to be most typical. Look up for...

24 tpi does seem to be most typical. Look up for the thread markings either on the current hub, fixed cog or the freewheel.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 01:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By DKVelo

Gear ratio selection

I'm turning 53 this Friday and got totally hooked on SS a couple years ago. I currently run 48/17 drivetrain. Mostly flats, but some hills here and there.
I did what other guys suggested - looked...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 08:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By TejanoTrackie

First of all, it’s a freewheel, NOT a freehub....

First of all, it’s a freewheel, NOT a freehub. The wheel hub itself is threaded to accept either a freewheel assembly (freewheel mechanism with one or more cogs) or a fixed cog, and they are all...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 08:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By sdimattia

Then I'll shut up now :) Keep us updated on...

Then I'll shut up now :)

Keep us updated on your SS adventures!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 08:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By sdimattia

If you aren't familiar with Sheldon's gear...

If you aren't familiar with Sheldon's gear calculator, that's a good thing to look at as well. You'd be calculating for Gear Inches. Apologies if I'm repeating information you already know....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By sdimattia

Check out the all knowing Sheldon Brown....

Check out the all knowing Sheldon Brown. https://www.sheldonbrown.com/freewheels.html

24tpi is probably going to be the most common but don't quote me on that ;)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 08:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By sdimattia

Use the gears on your current bike to figure out...

Use the gears on your current bike to figure out a good ratio for your new SS. Welcome to SS riding :)

Pick a front chainring and rear cog that feels comfortable to ride around town. Go for a ride...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By IAmSam

Are you aware that there are multiple different...

Are you aware that there are multiple different freewheel/freewheel removal tool configurations?

Have fun - good luck!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 07:09 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By TugaDude

I find it funny that when many of us were young,...

I find it funny that when many of us were young, all we really had were SS bikes. I'm old enough to remember the beginning of the "bike boom" and all of the "10-speeds", everything that had gears...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-21, 03:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By Lazyass

I'm 52 and got my first SS at 49 (road cycling...

I'm 52 and got my first SS at 49 (road cycling since 1987). It instantly became my favorite bike. It's only bad on your knees if you stay in the saddle on hard efforts. And my knees aren't the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 10:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By Rolla

I think a 65-inch gear is a safe bet, but first...

I think a 65-inch gear is a safe bet, but first try it out the way it comes. If you do change to a bigger rear cog, you might find that you need to adjust the chain length and/or brake pads, as the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By AlmostTrick

It depends how they sized the chain at the...

It depends how they sized the chain at the factory, you won't know until you get it / try it. Anyway, a new SS chain is not expensive.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 07:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By peterjcb

First single speed since I was a kid...

I'm almost 70 but I'm a long time distance marathon runner. I haven't really been on a bike very much in many years. This week I wanted to just get back to simple basics so I picked up a Priority Ace...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,986
Posted By TejanoTrackie

Well, if you’re too old at 49, then I’m dead at...

Well, if you’re too old at 49, then I’m dead at 74. I would definitely go lower on the gearing, though, maybe an 18T freewheel. At your weight, those 23mm wide tires are way too skinny. I’d suggest...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 03:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By thehammerdog

ok let me know. ​​​​stand over was an issue i...

ok
let me know.
​​​​stand over was an issue i am with short leggs 30 inseam
an issue with fixie.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 01:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By thehammerdog

i have a 54 fits well. ​​​​All my road bikes...

i have a 54 fits well.
​​​​All my road bikes are 56.
i was surprised that 54 felt right.
i ride bullhorns.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 12:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By Rolla

People do use it as a factor in determining bike...

People do use it as a factor in determining bike fit, but it's not as critical as other measurements, especially on a bike used mostly on the road (or track). And some folks have short (or long) legs...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 12:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By Rage

Standover height is just one consideration when...

Standover height is just one consideration when sizing a bike. No biggie but, yeah, I get what you mean about buying a bike without test riding it first.
That said, I think you’re going to be very...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 11:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By seau grateau

Your total height is a very blunt tool when it...

Your total height is a very blunt tool when it comes to sizing a bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-21, 06:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By TejanoTrackie

Standover height is the WRONG way to fit a bike,...

Standover height is the WRONG way to fit a bike, and toptube length is the CORRECT way to fit a bike. I can’t stand over many of my bikes, especially track bikes with high bottom brackets, yet I’ve...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-11-21, 08:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,209
Posted By Rolla

I'd compare the State's top tube lengths to your...

I'd compare the State's top tube lengths to your Salsa and get the one closest to it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-06-21, 07:54 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By Senrab62

Today's ride

Needs a bath. Heavy with the s3x wheelset (heavy, but indestructible) but rides smooth and perfect for hillier terrain. The weight doesn't impact average speed that I have noticed too much. Columbus...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By TurboTalon

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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53cm Kilot WT Flat bar with 32c Starda LGG tires
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-21, 12:42 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By Dylansbob

My "other" new fixed gear. A bit too small, ...

My "other" new fixed gear. A bit too small, but fits well enough with the townie-ization. Unknown (as of yet, I'm working on it) builder, probably in the PNW during 70s/80s. Custom paint. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-21, 06:28 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By Sonofamechanic

I’ve seen a lot of NJS track frames but never a...

I’ve seen a lot of NJS track frames but never a fork with such slight curve/rake! I think that really adds an elegance. How does it handle?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-21, 03:19 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By bro

Vintage blue cloth tape from ebay, love the...

Vintage blue cloth tape from ebay, love the color.https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20210403_192813_3136a1977c8893130c8c91fcce6f0dc0eb3404f2.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-21, 04:29 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By Foxonabike

My finished KHS Montana stripped and converted to...

My finished KHS Montana stripped and converted to SS, weight is 12.5Kg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/20210404_182308_e76d3533ab183d44794d2ec499675ba20ae0cb65.jpg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 108,813
Posted By BoozyMcliverRot

Almost done. Just need to add the cables and...

Almost done. Just need to add the cables and travel agents...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20210402_195649_ec2fc9a33b6f8dcc9b559bca3600a020ebcfe3f9.jpg...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-21, 02:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,035
Posted By wphamilton

I'd be very surprised if you rode with 42 ring...

I'd be very surprised if you rode with 42 ring and 42 cog, and felt like you needed more unless you've got some monster climb nearby.

I know it's hard to hold back when we start changing parts,...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,035
Posted By Darth Lefty

I'm interested to hear what was wrong with the...

I'm interested to hear what was wrong with the prior cassette.

I doubt you need to change the chain, much less the chain ring, unless you are really picky about shifting or you've done a lot of...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-21, 09:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,035
Posted By timdow

I would try it first with the smaller cassette. ...

I would try it first with the smaller cassette. If it doesn't work well for you, you can change the ring later. Since the chainring you would go to is smaller, the only thing you might have to do...
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