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sandiego25 10-26-14 11:16 PM

Fixed gear upgrades
 
http://i61.tinypic.com/2m4emw8.jpg
Here is my fixed gear and I am interested into upgrading it. Currently it has forged cranks, a chromoly frame and forks, and just regular deep v wheels. What do you guys have in mind?:roflmao2:

Dannihilator 10-26-14 11:26 PM

A smaller frame and a brake?

stryper 10-26-14 11:55 PM

Ya, a smaller frame should definitely be first on the list assuming that seat post is correctly adjusted

JamesCraps 10-27-14 12:00 AM

a correct fitting, and straps

sandiego25 10-27-14 12:00 AM

It's actually a little higher now but the frame is still too big for me. After a frame what should be next?

sandiego25 10-27-14 12:01 AM

I already have straps. I only like it on the left pedal.

Jared. 10-27-14 12:14 AM

Flip your stem, lower your bars, raise your saddle, save for a new bike.

sandiego25 10-27-14 12:47 AM


Originally Posted by Jared. (Post 17252363)
Flip your stem, lower your bars, raise your saddle, save for a new bike.

I flipped it after the picture was taken and i decided to just save for a new bike or maybe just sell both my bikes.

seau grateau 10-27-14 04:31 AM

Ride it and upgrade the things that break and the things you don't like. And if you're not going to run a brake, at least use both straps.

sandiego25 10-27-14 03:54 PM


Originally Posted by seau grateau (Post 17252463)
Ride it and upgrade the things that break and the things you don't like. And if you're not going to run a brake, at least use both straps.

I was also thinking about that and the gear ratio is small enough for me to just use one strap.

Elvo 10-27-14 04:09 PM

Foot retention and a frame 2 sizes smaller

seau grateau 10-27-14 06:06 PM


Originally Posted by sandiego25 (Post 17254406)
the gear ratio is small enough for me to just use one strap.

This doesn't make sense.

Leukybear 10-27-14 06:57 PM


Originally Posted by Dannihilator (Post 17252331)
A smaller frame and a brake?

I have a feeling OP fit his bike with the principle of your feet are able to touch the ground while sitting.

MattoftheRocks 10-28-14 07:09 AM

2 straps and front brake or no straps, a freewheel and two brakes.

A smaller frame or having someone help you with your seat height.

UltraManDan 10-28-14 09:42 AM


Originally Posted by Leukybear (Post 17254921)
I have a feeling OP fit his bike with the principle of your feet are able to touch the ground while sitting.

Maybe he brakes by dragging his feet on the ground?? Since there is no other obvious way to stop the bike pictured. lol

sandiego25 10-28-14 02:34 PM


Originally Posted by UltraManDan (Post 17256482)
Maybe he brakes by dragging his feet on the ground?? Since there is no other obvious way to stop the bike pictured. lol

i have a strap on the left pedal.

T13 10-28-14 03:17 PM


Originally Posted by sandiego25 (Post 17257501)
i have a strap on.


:lol:

fietsbob 10-28-14 04:12 PM

Buy More expensive everything ..

sandiego25 10-28-14 04:14 PM


Originally Posted by T13 (Post 17257623)
:lol:

Haha wtf why did it come out like that lol

bwilli88 10-29-14 09:38 AM

I don't ride fixed but I would still ride with two straps no matter what gear ratio if I did.


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