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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-26-10, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 946
Posted By mattsmithe14

i just got a new bike with 48x16 with 700x23 and...

i just got a new bike with 48x16 with 700x23 and i can't skid to save my life. maybe i'm locking my legs in the wrong position. it just seems that 48 is too much for me.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-10, 09:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,318
Posted By mattsmithe14

That's the place to go. Prices on parts and...

That's the place to go. Prices on parts and components is Great!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-10, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 475
Posted By mattsmithe14

Questions About Buying a New Bike For the First Time

I've been watching Craigslist for about 4 months and I can't find a darn thing I like. Plus, everyone wants top dollar for their bottom of the barrel bike. My current bike is an old-old-old...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-10, 10:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,029
Posted By mattsmithe14

Thanks for the advice. I was pretty sure it was...

Thanks for the advice. I was pretty sure it was overpriced.

@Brian - what is a "new BD bike"

When it comes to building a bike from scratch, how do I know/learn about what size wheels go with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-10, 08:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,029
Posted By mattsmithe14

Opinion on Used Bike on Craigslist

I looking to get my first fixed gear bike. I don't know enough about bikes to build one from scratch. I'll be riding mostly for small commutes and just to get around.

Does anyone have an opinion...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-09, 01:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 928
Posted By mattsmithe14

I live and ride in Philly. Zipping in and out of...

I live and ride in Philly. Zipping in and out of traffic tends to make me forget about my problems.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-09, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 452
Posted By mattsmithe14

Brakes and Calipers

I have a SS free-wheel and my brakes suck. That's the only way to put it.

The calipers are some cheap side-pull. When braking, the brakes are either on or off. I can't feather the brakes. When...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-09, 07:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,255
Posted By mattsmithe14

I have a SE Draft (paid $199) and I would never...

I have a SE Draft (paid $199) and I would never buy one again. Even though it's a big steel frame. I am going to put a few bucks into it until I can afford a better bike.

My wife just bought a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-09, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By mattsmithe14

New Crankset

I'm looking at buying a new crankset for my single speed (freewheel). How to I determine the number of teeth I should ride with on the chainring and the size of the rear cog?

Right now I'm riding...
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