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RE: [WCCChat] Fixed gear

LLoyd,
I've never used a fixed-gear bike so I can't give you any direct advice but Sheldon Brown of Harris Cyclery has a huge amount of information on the subject at http://www.sheldonbrown.com/fixed.html .  
- John
 
 
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From: WCCChat@yahoogroups.com [mailto:WCCChat@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of lloydao
Sent: Friday, August 05, 2005 9:13 AM
To: WCCChat@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [WCCChat] Fixed gear

My new office is at Chelsea Piers, right on the west side bike path.
Since this route is relatively flat, I am toying with the idea of
getting a fixed gear bike in order to put some extra miles on my legs
during lunch or after work.  What's your experience with using a fixed
gear for training rides?  Parts of the route can be crowded so I am a
little concerned about using a fixed gear where I might have frequent
speed changes or stops.  Any recommendations regarding the bike itself?
--Lloyd





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My new office is at Chelsea Piers, right on the west side bike path. Since this route is relatively flat, I am toying with the idea of getting a fixed gear...
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Aug 5, 2005
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Hello Lloyd: Andrew Kelly here.... I you want, I could probably give you some track bike info. Not sure if I am allowed though. andrew ... From:...
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Aug 5, 2005
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LLoyd, I've never used a fixed-gear bike so I can't give you any direct advice but Sheldon Brown of Harris Cyclery has a huge amount of information on the...
John Cool
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Aug 7, 2005
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I have seen fixed gear bikes with a break added for that very concern...
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Aug 8, 2005
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Brake calipers on a fised gear is an Oxymoron..... Yes, often brakes are added on bikes that have the "Freewheel" option. andrew ... From:...
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