Could this wheelset be converted to fix?
04-21-05, 06:43 PM
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Could this wheelset be converted to fix?
So im converting a old steel frame to fix and i need a new wheelset. im thinking of getting this since its so cheap: https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...eid=&pagename=
can i just put a fix cog in and it'll work? or do i need like a whole new hub or something.
btw any tips on straightening a crank thats alittle wobbly?
thanks
can i just put a fix cog in and it'll work? or do i need like a whole new hub or something.
btw any tips on straightening a crank thats alittle wobbly?
thanks
04-21-05, 06:46 PM
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you could use it IF your bike has 135mm rear spacing, and you don't have any qualms with the "suicide wheel/bumbike" way of life.
if you're buying a new wheel for the purpose of a fixed gear, get one with a track hub.
irocycle.com and harriscyclery.com are good places to look.
if you're buying a new wheel for the purpose of a fixed gear, get one with a track hub.
irocycle.com and harriscyclery.com are good places to look.
04-22-05, 12:06 AM
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check out this post look at the pic that boston fixed posted mine looked just like the second one
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No you cannot just put a cog on that rear wheel and ride fixed.
You can however put a cog and spacers on it and ride SS.
Read Sheldon Brown's site about fixed gear for further enlightenment.
Enjoy
You can however put a cog and spacers on it and ride SS.
Read Sheldon Brown's site about fixed gear for further enlightenment.
Enjoy
