Drop Bars vs. Riser Bars (my detailed comparison)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of drop bars and riser bars. Pista Drop on a Fixie Drop Bars Drop bars are road bikes' default handlebars. They provide multiple…
Bullhorn Handlebars vs. Risers (a detailed comparison)
This post compares the advantages of bullhorn handlebars and riser bars. Bullhorn handlebars The name of bullhorn bars comes from their shape resembling the horns of a charging bull. Bullhorn…
What’s the best fixed gear ratio for skidding? (fast answer)
Condensed answer: No gear ratio can be labeled "best for skidding". However, performing a skid is easier when the gearing is lower. That said, it's irrational to choose a fixed…
BMX Hubs And Fixies – Are They Compatible?
A front BMX hub can be installed on the front wheel of a fixie. The procedure will more than likely require new spokes of a different length. A rear BMX…
Acquiring Ideal Chain Tension On a Fixed-gear Bike
Ideally, the chain tension of a fixie will be as high as possible while still allowing the rear cog and the front chainring to rotate freely. If the chain tension…
What It Takes To Install a BMX Stem On a Fixie (let’s get aesthetic)
A BMX stem can be mounted on a fixed-gear bike. The stem will have to be of the right size and type for the fork and the handlebars. A threaded…
Learn When BMX and Fixie Chains Are Interchangeable
The size of standard BMX chains is 1/8" (3.2mm). Fixies use 1/8" (3.2mm) and 3/32" (2.4mm) chains. A BMX chain can be used on a fixie when the chain's size matches that…
Troubleshooting: A “Slipping” Fixed-gear Bike (Causes and Symptoms)
There are two main reasons why a fixed-gear bike would be "slipping" – lost chain tension or a loose rear cog. Option 1– Lost Chain TensionDescription. The rear wheel of…
Fixed Cogs Are Not Made For Freewheel Hubs
While it's technically possible to install a fixed cog on a freewheel hub, the cog will not be as secure as possible due to the absence of a reverse-threaded lockring.…
Fixed-gear Hubs Are Not Designed For Freewheels, Use a Flip-Flop Instead
Technically, it's possible to install a freewheel onto the larger threads of a fixed-gear rear hub. However, the freewheel thread is about two times wider than the large thread on…