Does anyone have any thoughts on or experience with this bike that would encourage or disuade purchase as a fixed commuter? cheers

Hi,

You should try searching this forum for info first; the TT has been discussed at length before.

search.
and also, i'm sure you've been on the world long enough that you can prob figure out.
You get what you pay for.

Its a cheap bike but it gets the job done.
however, you'd def. need to change parts very soon after if not immediately.
Its kinda like asking... is buying a supercycle or a bike from zellers any good and worth it.