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…
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…
The Only Article On The Planet Comparing Bullhorn Handlebars and Pursuit Bars
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of bullhorn and pursuit bars in relation to one another. Definitions Bullhorn Bars Bullhorns – narrow-width handlebars with curved sides resembling the horns…
Bullhorns vs. Pista Drop Bars?
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of bullhorn handlebars and pista drop bars in relation to one another. Definitions Bullhorn handlebars The name of bullhorn bars comes from their…
Coaster Brakes Are Not Made For Fixed-gear Bikes
Technically, a coaster brake can be mounted on a fixie, but the process will require re-lacing of the rear wheel. Once the coaster brake is installed, the fixie will no…