My only issue with going all out on your first fixed gear bike when money isn't an object, is that it's the whole process of bike fit, ratio and overall preferences takes time to feel out. You may get a bike and realize that you might prefer bullhorns instead of the stock drops it came with. You may change your mind as to whether you like steel over aluminum or not and so on. Basically, the longer you ride fixed you're going to start developing tastes and preferences as far as components and materials go. I think it's better to start out on something more economical and then in a couple years when you've got a better feel as to what you like, build your own ride with the components that you like. That's what I did.
alienrefugee51 agreed entirely. I literally started on like a Target fixie. Not because I wanted to but because a neighbor offered it to me for $20. I knew I wanted a fixed gear bike so I got it. Upgraded very basic and obvious stuff until I got a better frame and built that up piece by piece. Learned what I liked. Didn’t waste money on what I didn’t.
It could be broken into two different sections. The first half a roast session that shouldn’t be taken seriously that then skips to a serious video with (like you said) explanations
How about we ALLOW the people who VOLUNTARILY send in THEIR bikes to be roasted get roasted and stop being emotional cripples. He is roasting BIKES not PEOPLE and those involved ASKED for it. Why should those who ASK for it be DENIED?
Same. If you enjoy watching channels having nothing to do with your personal habits I recommend Unnatural Vegan. I'm not vegan, I love her presentation style
to the guy that wants to get a little wing, they ride beautifully. I find now that I'm more stoked about riding longer and longer distances and climbs. once you collect enough mud and dirt on them, they become less flashy and kind off blend in to the environment.
Thank you very much for answering my question. I was wondering because I work at a bike shop and it was one of the bikes we sell, I am a mountain biker to my core and I want to try something new. And your videos got me into fixed gear riding. Can’t wait to try out a fixed gear and potentially buy an aventon Andreas. Thank you Zach!
3:58 I agree with Zach, my gear ratio is 48 - 18 and it is pretty comfortable, where I live there are normal climbs, flats and downhills, and in the flats I can get a good and fast speed its pretty good, my wheels are 38c too, and yes it feels a little beat heavy because of that, i´d considered to change them for 33c instead but it depends on you, my bike its a single speed but if i had a Fixed gear i would go for 48 - 16 because of the momentum that fixed gear gives you. Fixie points please!!!
Thanks for the response! I'm the one who asked the question in the video haha. I'm also running 48/18 freewheel with 38c tires. After going from 48/16 fixed with 28c tires to 48/18 freewheel with 38c tires, I felt like the gearing was similar. I'd like to keep the 38cs since I like using my bike for gravel trails too. Rocky hills can be pretty tough on 48/18, but I probably need to ride more and condition myself haha. Have a good one!
Got a langster with all city hubs and crankset for 300, - had only been ridden indoor 3 times, no wear on the tires no scratches on the frame. It's a huge upgrade over my old bike.
its cool that being "mean" bummed you out on the fixie points. it shows your good character. i think people would be happy to just see different home bike builds.
As of watching this video, I have spent 2019 watching every one of your videos Zach. It's taken me from Jan 1 until today to watch them all in my spare time. Oh yeah, and bring back fixie points.
Noticed you dropped a couple of lbs. looking good man! I was diagnosed with major depression so i know hard it is to maintain that equilibrium of fitness. You’re an inspiration to more people than you realize!
Eggbeater user here, I used to mtn bike before i started riding fixed. I used eggbeaters on my mtn bike and i got so used to their range of motion that its super easy to stay clipped in. So basically if you spend enough time (7 years in my case) then you will be able to ride eggbeaters no problem.
Hey man, I love all videos from Day 1. Also I am proud of you helping out everyone who just love riding. I live in New York City area and I been riding since you started your TH-cam channel. So the question is what think about no brakes fixie in the city’s?
Awesome video! Only thing I disagree with is getting a nice bike in the beginning. I feel like you're going to wanna go through sime cheaper bikes first to feel out and get a taste of your preferences (geometry, steel vs aluminum, aero tubing) and you can learn to maintain your bike without worrying about breaking anything expensive. Then when you have that figured out and are confident, go for that nice bike if you still desire. The price you pay is typically the quality you get, so after riding more beginner bikes, you will feel the difference in a higher priced higher quality bike. And as others have mentioned, being back fixie points, but in a positive light! We all want some cred for the look of our bikes (if you dont you're a liar (sike jk ride what you like), but some people like to get pointers on do's and dont's when it comes to fixed gear and the culture surrounding it. Thanks for the videos!
I would be so hyped if you do a fixie points type thing again cus I’ve been watching you since before I even got a fixed gear and I always wanted to enter my bike when I got it but it was all stock lmao but now that I finally have my own custom build I would be so hyped to try to showcase it
I had the same reservations about the Langster, so got a nice one second hand. Very sorted bike, it turned out. Except for the rear cog and chainring that are a bit basic (expected), I really love it. 23mm rubber is also a bit too little for comfortable street riding.
Take a look at Cinelli's Tipo Pista, which may be over priced compared to a Wabi (which is less than easy to get in Canada) as their 'entry' option to fixed. Actually, create a series like Fixie points, without the anger, keep the humour, and highlight builds as well as modified completes. In other words, increase your subscription base. Or is that too obvious? Basically, as a roadie kid in his 50's, I'm glad to have found your channel. It inspires me to ride my fixed for more than commuting.
If you wanted to see a good 22 little wing bike check and run down, there’s a small TH-cam called Levi Blue who has an absolutely stunning raw/blue track bike build. Would definitely give his stuff a watch especially if you’re considering or interested in the little wing frame sets
Started off with a used 6ku, had so many problems & just started building up. Spent a lot of time and money on bikes I regret, but it made me almost into what I consider myself a bike mechanic 😂
Instead of fixie points do like gimmicky nice to super nice thing. Here’s what I like. Here’s what I’d change. You get 2 high fives. Horrible example but yea.
Hey Zach an interesting video review idea, a review of the product by fixation that converts a fixed gear bike into a six geared bike.. it’s called the syx fyx. And currently nobody is talking about the product. It may turn fixed gears into a good steppingstone for people that want to get into road bikes down the road. It would be an interesting review coming from somebody that Only Rides fixed
Can use crankset Dura Ace 7700 53t in my Fixie? I have Anonimous Silver. Why? Because it's similar than Dura Ace 7710 but much lower price. I don't care use 53t because I use with a front brake in a big city.
Personally I still ride during my commute with a single earbud, but with low volume so it doesn’t enclose the ear. In California you can actually ride a bicycle with one earbud in and using your phone while riding!
Tbh the geometry and tubing langsters use are extremely reactive and stiff and is way better than a Dolan pre cursa but it's true the parts it comes with in the later years now are actually pretty good
Here's one for you: What's your opinion on BLB framesets and Bike components in general? They seem nice and affordable, but I've seen opinions telling that it's just branded, overpriced chineese garbage. They are London based so I do not know how popular or available they are in US. Thanks for great videos! Looking forward to the next one! Cheers!
Thanks for another great video.I ride with Speedplay Frogs(because of a medical condition).They work well for me but I don't recommend them for general fixie riding.I gave up my last FG several years ago and now I'm shopping for another one.I really want a heavy duty FGFS bike but no one seems to make them anymore.Did they just fall out of fashion with the decline of FG market?Some of the frames/bikes that I was looking at before such as the All City Dropout,Eighth Inch Scrambler,Volume Cutter,Redline Urbis and similar have all disappeared.Is the FGFS segment dead?
Reasonably good, strong, light and cheap wheel set - mavic cxp elite (32H) + formula hubs (origin 8) sealed industrial bearings (loose bearings suck for casual use even if it’s dura ace). With modern rims the amount of spokes doesn’t matter as much as in old times, but 3X lacing is preferable. 100kg is a minimal maximal load for most of wheels (and it is for 1 wheel, not for pair), so 200kg rider can safely use almost any wheels. Anyway you have to be familiar with a truing stand or have a trusted mechanic who can check wheels once a year or after an accident. There are two types of Shimano SPD’s cleats (outward and outward/inward unclip) for the same pedals and I would definitely choose shimano SPD over ridiculously ineffective and unreasonably dangerous toeclips, even if it takes off a good amount of fixie points :)
Robert Trageser Totally agree! I didn’t mean that amount of spokes doesn’t matter at all. If there is a choice I would definitely get 36 over less. But surprisingly it’s not so easy to find 36 holes hubs and rims and most of prebuilt wheels have 28 or 32 spokes. And I don’t think that there is a tremendous difference between 32 and 36 for a casual rider a little over 200lb. (28... maybe, less then 28 - definitely) if we talk about the same models of components. Too many factors involved in wheel durability as lacing pattern, quality of spokes, rims, hub flanges, tire sizes and models, tire pressure, spoke tension, ride style and etc. and 200lb doesn’t automatically make you a candidate for 36 spokes 4 cross lacing. When I mentioned old times I meant really old times and steel rims (not even comparable with modern aluminum). No one probably remember that there are single wall rims :). Despite technology didn’t change a lot, design and build quality of brand name rims keep improving. What was a high end tech a in 90’s, now just middle priced average rim. Industry keep growing and evolving and there is no limits and restrictions like in traditional Japanese keirin. Nobody heard about tubeless road wheels couple of years ago and in few years it’s going to be a default option. I stopped asking questions from bicycle mechanics a long time ago as I find taking care of my bikes quite enjoyable and don’t want other people to take it from me :). I also have built/rebuilt couple of wheels from the scratch and know how to keep them straight and strong. That’s why I recommended those Mavics, based on my personal experience with many wheel sets on different kinds of bikes (not only after searching comments online as some “experts do” :)). I bought this complete wheelset for $150 bucks new from ebay (or amazon) (now they are a bit pricier) to be my winter/spare wheels. After couple hundred of miles I readjusted them and after that had basically no maintenance performed except changing tires. And yes, they survived a lot of rough potholes and couple of easy falls. I also agree about hand build wheels being better than machine build. But I would not recommend to buy only triple priced wheels build by “fancy shmancy wheelbuilder from California”, because it doesn’t matter how cool and expensive is the wheel builder you’ll need to readjust tension and straight wheels up after initial breaking-in and do it at least once in season. That where you really need skills or a person with skills. So, basically what I wanted to say... to be a good and long lasting set of bicycle wheels they first and foremost need a good care and maintenance.
Wow! You really know what are you talking about! I even learned some new stuff. Thanks for such a detailed answer. I thought that all the noise around CK is just marketing, but now I'd really want to try it. I know that ball bearings are theoretically better and I also serviced them a lot but I hate to adjust them after overhauling as they always just a bit lose or just a bit too tight and it makes me crazy :). Most of the people don't know what is inside the hub and don't want to disassemble and lubricate them (I don’t know why :D). With sealed bearings, you may forget about the hub maintenance (until they die of course :)). A lot of people like fixed gear because of simplicity, clean look and little to no maintenance, so in this case, industrial bearings may make life arguably a little easier. Thanks again! And, if you don’t mind, if I have any questions about bike tech I know who to ask.
I use zip ties to fasten my rear brake cable onto my top tube. It's a very cheap solution and in my opinion looks really good. If you are planning to run only 1 brake, I recommend using a front brake as they provide better stopping power and you won't have to worry about routing a long cable to the back of your bike. I hope this helps!
@@RuezgaDaniel Actually i'm planning to have two brakes but the back brake's cable is always getting loose, i was just hoping what other hacks may help it to stay tight
@@Aeonicz_A_Mimic Alright. I also run two brakes. What part of the brakes is getting loose? Is it the cable slapping around or the part of the cable you clamp onto the brake caliper?
I've ridden fixed egg beaters on 3 different bikes over about 2 years, both brakeless and front brake only. My city is pretty hilly (though not as bad as SF) and I've only once accidentally unclipped due to a particularly nasty pedal strike on a curb. Not sure what all the fuss is about.
How would you say the Aventon Mataro compares to the Specialized Langster? I'm looking for something for entry level track cycling, but something that can also handle being my only bike. I only ride for recreation and fitness, but I like to ride regularly.
My thoughts, why not do a fixie battle royal! Like a bracket of sorts. Were you spotlight 4 bikes and then have a poll vote. Then list top two as contenders for next round(next video). This would allow you to use half of the previous videos content. The voting website could have ad space to help you increase revenue. In the end you half half the work and more money in your pocket. What's not to like? Thoughts?
Can you recommend some frame sets at the same level of cinelli at a lower price? or some frame sets at the same price as cinelli and at a better level?
I don’t think the Langster is overpriced, the quality of the components ain’t the best but that’s always the case with specialized and their “affordable” range of bikes, you obviously won’t keep the components but what’s really important is the great quality frameset. Change the wheels, crankset and you’re pretty much set with an overall great bike.
Hey Zach, about Langster: you definitely will replace stock fixie's saddle, but specialized saddles are great (and also stem, seatpost and handlebars). So moneywise it's a deal
@@trisfrom9629 Langster comes with specialized branded components. They are fine and you can sell them for ok price later if you want/need to upgrade. If for example you buy an Aventon, you would pay extra for a fizik/selleitalia/specialized saddle right from the beginning and you wouldn't get much money from selling a stock one. So Specialized or cinelli or anything like it is great if you can afford them
So, speaking of specialized langsters; what do you think about the 2017 langster Durango, with a 350USD discount and a pair of all condition armadillo tires for free?
Or! Just customer paint the bike. Just brought a WABI special, gave up my left foot for a custom paint job.."non je ne regrette rien" as Edith Piaf would say. What I love about steel framed bikes is they are very forgiving. Be it be professional or amature you can paint a bike to your liking and not compromise the integrity of the the bike. I say just by the bike you want, and either ride it till the paint gets scuffy enough to bite the bullet and diy that paint job or fork over the cash and get a professional do it before it gets in the box.
Question for anyone to answer. I haven’t rode fixed gear intensely for ~5yrs. I want to get back into riding my bike again since it’s sad to just see it collecting dust. I have 49t chainring/15t cog. I don’t plan on changing my chainring, so what would be good cog size for me to get back into riding that will be easy on my knees or just in general?
anything higher than the 15t cog you have would be good. something like a 17t or 18t to get a 2.88 or 2.72 gear ratio? honestly it's up to you and your body :)
I can't find studded 25c 700 tires. Can anyone else do it? If not, what do you deal with ice? (I personal just keep my slick tires, to lazy to change tires with the nutlock, and haven't find any winter tires with 25c for ice)
Dosnoventa really isn't overpriced. They use Columbus Spirit too. According to reddit, they have some pretty poor customer service when it comes to quality control issues, which sucks when you spend $1.5k on a frame. But something like the Biachi Pista complete build is way more overpriced at 900 bucks than a hand-built frame and fork using the best steel money can buy.
Q: I have a 130 bcd crankset and I ride in an urban environment, I never tried a 144, are there any noticeable benefits to a 144 or is this more of a track specific thing?
My only issue with going all out on your first fixed gear bike when money isn't an object, is that it's the whole process of bike fit, ratio and overall preferences takes time to feel out. You may get a bike and realize that you might prefer bullhorns instead of the stock drops it came with. You may change your mind as to whether you like steel over aluminum or not and so on. Basically, the longer you ride fixed you're going to start developing tastes and preferences as far as components and materials go. I think it's better to start out on something more economical and then in a couple years when you've got a better feel as to what you like, build your own ride with the components that you like. That's what I did.
alienrefugee51 agreed entirely. I literally started on like a Target fixie. Not because I wanted to but because a neighbor offered it to me for $20. I knew I wanted a fixed gear bike so I got it. Upgraded very basic and obvious stuff until I got a better frame and built that up piece by piece. Learned what I liked. Didn’t waste money on what I didn’t.
Exactly, in the end it's about wasting as little money as possible to get what you want. @@jojo_is_a_go5893
Its also like a rite of passage! You must go through at least 1 old bike fixie conversion before getting that nice tarck bike haha
I think you could do the Fixie Points show without roasting. You could just explain what you like and don't like about them.
Yes this
Just look at the bikes and give an opinion
Exactly u dont gotta roast just give some positive and quick tips
It could be broken into two different sections. The first half a roast session that shouldn’t be taken seriously that then skips to a serious video with (like you said) explanations
How about we ALLOW the people who VOLUNTARILY send in THEIR bikes to be roasted get roasted and stop being emotional cripples. He is roasting BIKES not PEOPLE and those involved ASKED for it. Why should those who ASK for it be DENIED?
BRING BACK FIXIE POINTS NOW! (still love tho)
I don't even have a fixie/SS, but I really like this channel. I watch every episode. WTG, Zach.
ratoneJR same lol
Same. If you enjoy watching channels having nothing to do with your personal habits I recommend Unnatural Vegan. I'm not vegan, I love her presentation style
to the guy that wants to get a little wing, they ride beautifully. I find now that I'm more stoked about riding longer and longer distances and climbs. once you collect enough mud and dirt on them, they become less flashy and kind off blend in to the environment.
Thank you very much for answering my question. I was wondering because I work at a bike shop and it was one of the bikes we sell, I am a mountain biker to my core and I want to try something new. And your videos got me into fixed gear riding. Can’t wait to try out a fixed gear and potentially buy an aventon Andreas. Thank you Zach!
3:58 I agree with Zach, my gear ratio is 48 - 18 and it is pretty comfortable, where I live there are normal climbs, flats and downhills, and in the flats I can get a good and fast speed its pretty good, my wheels are 38c too, and yes it feels a little beat heavy because of that, i´d considered to change them for 33c instead but it depends on you, my bike its a single speed but if i had a Fixed gear i would go for 48 - 16 because of the momentum that fixed gear gives you.
Fixie points please!!!
Thanks for the response! I'm the one who asked the question in the video haha. I'm also running 48/18 freewheel with 38c tires. After going from 48/16 fixed with 28c tires to 48/18 freewheel with 38c tires, I felt like the gearing was similar. I'd like to keep the 38cs since I like using my bike for gravel trails too. Rocky hills can be pretty tough on 48/18, but I probably need to ride more and condition myself haha. Have a good one!
@@RuezgaDaniel hahaha yeah I hate hills too haha
Freewheel on mountain or Fixed?
@@crislersalpura5045 what do you mean?
What is much more easier? Riding freewheel on a mountain or riding with a fixed gear? Climbing and descent. Same gear ratio (48:18).
Got a langster with all city hubs and crankset for 300, - had only been ridden indoor 3 times, no wear on the tires no scratches on the frame. It's a huge upgrade over my old bike.
If I ever have enough disposable income, I will for sure get a Wabi tell them that the sponsorship is working
Can you make a video of engine 11
jesus villalpando my Engine11 build video is on my profile here👀
jesus villalpando I have a Vortex. I love it.
overpriced hipster bikes, all you need to know
its cool that being "mean" bummed you out on the fixie points. it shows your good character. i think people would be happy to just see different home bike builds.
Your All City with the townie bars was so sick! Looks so fun and comfortable.
As of watching this video, I have spent 2019 watching every one of your videos Zach. It's taken me from Jan 1 until today to watch them all in my spare time.
Oh yeah, and bring back fixie points.
Noticed you dropped a couple of lbs. looking good man! I was diagnosed with major depression so i know hard it is to maintain that equilibrium of fitness. You’re an inspiration to more people than you realize!
Eggbeater user here, I used to mtn bike before i started riding fixed. I used eggbeaters on my mtn bike and i got so used to their range of motion that its super easy to stay clipped in. So basically if you spend enough time (7 years in my case) then you will be able to ride eggbeaters no problem.
Hey man, I love all videos from Day 1. Also I am proud of you helping out everyone who just love riding. I live in New York City area and I been riding since you started your TH-cam channel. So the question is what think about no brakes fixie in the city’s?
Awesome video! Only thing I disagree with is getting a nice bike in the beginning. I feel like you're going to wanna go through sime cheaper bikes first to feel out and get a taste of your preferences (geometry, steel vs aluminum, aero tubing) and you can learn to maintain your bike without worrying about breaking anything expensive. Then when you have that figured out and are confident, go for that nice bike if you still desire. The price you pay is typically the quality you get, so after riding more beginner bikes, you will feel the difference in a higher priced higher quality bike. And as others have mentioned, being back fixie points, but in a positive light! We all want some cred for the look of our bikes (if you dont you're a liar (sike jk ride what you like), but some people like to get pointers on do's and dont's when it comes to fixed gear and the culture surrounding it. Thanks for the videos!
I've been building up a fixed gear during the last months (used parts -> takes more time to get the good stuff) and I can't wait to submit it
I would be so hyped if you do a fixie points type thing again cus I’ve been watching you since before I even got a fixed gear and I always wanted to enter my bike when I got it but it was all stock lmao but now that I finally have my own custom build I would be so hyped to try to showcase it
Damn, I wish I could good out and ride but I'm up in Wisconsin and it's been in the negatives for the whole week
I had the same reservations about the Langster, so got a nice one second hand. Very sorted bike, it turned out. Except for the rear cog and chainring that are a bit basic (expected), I really love it. 23mm rubber is also a bit too little for comfortable street riding.
When I saw fixie points it actually inspired me to build a fixed gear. Hopefully if I send in pics it will get recognized.
Take a look at Cinelli's Tipo Pista, which may be over priced compared to a Wabi (which is less than easy to get in Canada) as their 'entry' option to fixed. Actually, create a series like Fixie points, without the anger, keep the humour, and highlight builds as well as modified completes. In other words, increase your subscription base. Or is that too obvious? Basically, as a roadie kid in his 50's, I'm glad to have found your channel. It inspires me to ride my fixed for more than commuting.
brah i follow you on strava. you're not doing any 'crazy long distances'.
LMAO roasted
dudes a phoney
Doesn’t he claim 40 mile rides ?
If you wanted to see a good 22 little wing bike check and run down, there’s a small TH-cam called Levi Blue who has an absolutely stunning raw/blue track bike build. Would definitely give his stuff a watch especially if you’re considering or interested in the little wing frame sets
I always like to watch your videos and am happy you're considering bringing back FP
Started off with a used 6ku, had so many problems & just started building up. Spent a lot of time and money on bikes I regret, but it made me almost into what I consider myself a bike mechanic 😂
zach you know that unknown pulse is a carbon frameset right?
just so you know it weighs 1.15kg....
WERE BACK BOYSSSS
I have the type of luck to get my question featured but no answered lmao :( FIXIE POINTS THO
Instead of fixie points do like gimmicky nice to super nice thing. Here’s what I like. Here’s what I’d change. You get 2 high fives. Horrible example but yea.
Currently using eggbeaters and have no issues, they don’t unclip so easily unless alotta force is applied
I have an sram 2 speed automatic which is an awesome "single speed with two speeds". Unfortunately they don't sell them in the USA.
Interesting. This was a popular race option a long time ago, in the US. Of coarse this was back in the days when single speeds were common.
You have been alot of help thank you. I'm 38 and i'm gonna ride till I can't no more.
Great vid zack. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
I would tell Greg madden that the kids who were getting into it back in 2009 are getting back into it in 2020.
Man, iam really between the dosnoventa alu frame and a steel frame (which I did not found yet) what to do??
@Raphael Gallo thanks man!
Hey Zach an interesting video review idea, a review of the product by fixation that converts a fixed gear bike into a six geared bike.. it’s called the syx fyx. And currently nobody is talking about the product. It may turn fixed gears into a good steppingstone for people that want to get into road bikes down the road. It would be an interesting review coming from somebody that Only Rides fixed
Yes the roasting is gooood
Shimanos can unclip inwards. It just take more effort. Ive tried
Can use crankset Dura Ace 7700 53t in my Fixie? I have Anonimous Silver. Why? Because it's similar than Dura Ace 7710 but much lower price. I don't care use 53t because I use with a front brake in a big city.
Personally I still ride during my commute with a single earbud, but with low volume so it doesn’t enclose the ear. In California you can actually ride a bicycle with one earbud in and using your phone while riding!
I think the fixed gear/singlespeed scene is bigger than it has ever been.
Tbh the geometry and tubing langsters use are extremely reactive and stiff and is way better than a Dolan pre cursa but it's true the parts it comes with in the later years now are actually pretty good
Nice shirt where can I get one??
Yesss fixie points is backkk!!!!!!!!!
what's the best gear ratio for tight clearance?
Here's one for you: What's your opinion on BLB framesets and Bike components in general? They seem nice and affordable, but I've seen opinions telling that it's just branded, overpriced chineese garbage. They are London based so I do not know how popular or available they are in US. Thanks for great videos! Looking forward to the next one! Cheers!
Thanks for another great video.I ride with Speedplay Frogs(because of a medical condition).They work well for me but I don't recommend them for general fixie riding.I gave up my last FG several years ago and now I'm shopping for another one.I really want a heavy duty FGFS bike but no one seems to make them anymore.Did they just fall out of fashion with the decline of FG market?Some of the frames/bikes that I was looking at before such as the All City Dropout,Eighth Inch Scrambler,Volume Cutter,Redline Urbis and similar have all disappeared.Is the FGFS segment dead?
Zack! What’s the best set up for skidding on a fixie?
Thoughts on EBB's as opposed to the more standard horizontal dropouts?
FIXIE POINTS!! Man, i loved that show. Who wouldn't want to showcase their best builds only to have it ROASTED!? Personally, it would be an honor.
Reasonably good, strong, light and cheap wheel set - mavic cxp elite (32H) + formula hubs (origin 8) sealed industrial bearings (loose bearings suck for casual use even if it’s dura ace). With modern rims the amount of spokes doesn’t matter as much as in old times, but 3X lacing is preferable. 100kg is a minimal maximal load for most of wheels (and it is for 1 wheel, not for pair), so 200kg rider can safely use almost any wheels. Anyway you have to be familiar with a truing stand or have a trusted mechanic who can check wheels once a year or after an accident.
There are two types of Shimano SPD’s cleats (outward and outward/inward unclip) for the same pedals and I would definitely choose shimano SPD over ridiculously ineffective and unreasonably dangerous toeclips, even if it takes off a good amount of fixie points :)
Robert Trageser Totally agree!
I didn’t mean that amount of spokes doesn’t matter at all. If there is a choice I would definitely get 36 over less. But surprisingly it’s not so easy to find 36 holes hubs and rims and most of prebuilt wheels have 28 or 32 spokes. And I don’t think that there is a tremendous difference between 32 and 36 for a casual rider a little over 200lb. (28... maybe, less then 28 - definitely) if we talk about the same models of components. Too many factors involved in wheel durability as lacing pattern, quality of spokes, rims, hub flanges, tire sizes and models, tire pressure, spoke tension, ride style and etc. and 200lb doesn’t automatically make you a candidate for 36 spokes 4 cross lacing. When I mentioned old times I meant really old times and steel rims (not even comparable with modern aluminum). No one probably remember that there are single wall rims :). Despite technology didn’t change a lot, design and build quality of brand name rims keep improving. What was a high end tech a in 90’s, now just middle priced average rim. Industry keep growing and evolving and there is no limits and restrictions like in traditional Japanese keirin. Nobody heard about tubeless road wheels couple of years ago and in few years it’s going to be a default option.
I stopped asking questions from bicycle mechanics a long time ago as I find taking care of my bikes quite enjoyable and don’t want other people to take it from me :).
I also have built/rebuilt couple of wheels from the scratch and know how to keep them straight and strong. That’s why I recommended those Mavics, based on my personal experience with many wheel sets on different kinds of bikes (not only after searching comments online as some “experts do” :)). I bought this complete wheelset for $150 bucks new from ebay (or amazon) (now they are a bit pricier) to be my winter/spare wheels. After couple hundred of miles I readjusted them and after that had basically no maintenance performed except changing tires. And yes, they survived a lot of rough potholes and couple of easy falls.
I also agree about hand build wheels being better than machine build. But I would not recommend to buy only triple priced wheels build by “fancy shmancy wheelbuilder from California”, because it doesn’t matter how cool and expensive is the wheel builder you’ll need to readjust tension and straight wheels up after initial breaking-in and do it at least once in season. That where you really need skills or a person with skills.
So, basically what I wanted to say... to be a good and long lasting set of bicycle wheels they first and foremost need a good care and maintenance.
Wow! You really know what are you talking about! I even learned some new stuff. Thanks for such a detailed answer. I thought that all the noise around CK is just marketing, but now I'd really want to try it. I know that ball bearings are theoretically better and I also serviced them a lot but I hate to adjust them after overhauling as they always just a bit lose or just a bit too tight and it makes me crazy :). Most of the people don't know what is inside the hub and don't want to disassemble and lubricate them (I don’t know why :D). With sealed bearings, you may forget about the hub maintenance (until they die of course :)). A lot of people like fixed gear because of simplicity, clean look and little to no maintenance, so in this case, industrial bearings may make life arguably a little easier.
Thanks again! And, if you don’t mind, if I have any questions about bike tech I know who to ask.
What do you think of fixation bikes? And should I buy it for a beginner bike just to get into cycling?
what do you think about Bonvelo single/fixie bikes??
SPD unclips in both directions in or out. its just a tighter hold on the shoe
Time ATACs are 1 million times better for fixed gear riding than Shimano SPDs. Don't at me.
How do you feel about outting a back brake on your fixie? Also what to do if the cable of your back brake is loose, what hacks can you do about it?
I use zip ties to fasten my rear brake cable onto my top tube. It's a very cheap solution and in my opinion looks really good. If you are planning to run only 1 brake, I recommend using a front brake as they provide better stopping power and you won't have to worry about routing a long cable to the back of your bike. I hope this helps!
@@RuezgaDaniel Actually i'm planning to have two brakes but the back brake's cable is always getting loose, i was just hoping what other hacks may help it to stay tight
@@Aeonicz_A_Mimic Alright. I also run two brakes. What part of the brakes is getting loose? Is it the cable slapping around or the part of the cable you clamp onto the brake caliper?
I've ridden fixed egg beaters on 3 different bikes over about 2 years, both brakeless and front brake only. My city is pretty hilly (though not as bad as SF) and I've only once accidentally unclipped due to a particularly nasty pedal strike on a curb. Not sure what all the fuss is about.
Quit lying
How would i be able to join fixie points?
Where are fixie points submissions sent to?
All pedals can unclip inward and outward it's just harder to do inward on anything that is not an egg beater.
The Unknown Pulse's bottom bracket is a copy of Cinelli Vigorelli Shark
have you seen gcn or gmbn? they do a "nice" and "super nice" with the viewer bikes, you could try something similar
How tight should crank bolt(hollow tech/outboard) be?
I never went into hock to buy any bike....but I have emptied my pockets, wallet and savings account to buy the best overall bike
Most Spds wear out just as fast as attacks if your cleat touches the ground, you sure that's not whats happening ?
How would you say the Aventon Mataro compares to the Specialized Langster? I'm looking for something for entry level track cycling, but something that can also handle being my only bike. I only ride for recreation and fitness, but I like to ride regularly.
My thoughts, why not do a fixie battle royal! Like a bracket of sorts. Were you spotlight 4 bikes and then have a poll vote. Then list top two as contenders for next round(next video). This would allow you to use half of the previous videos content. The voting website could have ad space to help you increase revenue. In the end you half half the work and more money in your pocket. What's not to like? Thoughts?
Can you recommend some frame sets at the same level of cinelli at a lower price? or some frame sets at the same price as cinelli and at a better level?
What do you think about the Pure Keirin Pro frameset?
I don’t think the Langster is overpriced, the quality of the components ain’t the best but that’s always the case with specialized and their “affordable” range of bikes, you obviously won’t keep the components but what’s really important is the great quality frameset. Change the wheels, crankset and you’re pretty much set with an overall great bike.
Hey Zach, about Langster: you definitely will replace stock fixie's saddle, but specialized saddles are great (and also stem, seatpost and handlebars). So moneywise it's a deal
Eugen S can you elaborate? I’m in the market for a langster 2018 from lbs
@@trisfrom9629 Langster comes with specialized branded components. They are fine and you can sell them for ok price later if you want/need to upgrade.
If for example you buy an Aventon, you would pay extra for a fizik/selleitalia/specialized saddle right from the beginning and you wouldn't get much money from selling a stock one.
So Specialized or cinelli or anything like it is great if you can afford them
Eugen S ahh I see! Thanks!
Good job 👍🏻
So, speaking of specialized langsters; what do you think about the 2017 langster Durango, with a 350USD discount and a pair of all condition armadillo tires for free?
YES! I will check out wabi cycles!! I saw the reynolds decal!
UNKN0WN knows what they are doing! they still exist three years after this video~
ALRIGHT!
Fixie points is coming back! ☺️🤙🏻
Which would you reccomend as a better work bike? All City Big Block (complete) or Wabi Classic (complete)?
Are there any deep section rims that are light but not expensive and avaliable in uk
Zach how tall are you?? I’m 5’11 and want to get Aventon Andres which one should I get the 55cm or 58cm?
Yeah !
Fixie points 👍
Bro can u help me idk what kind of bike to get and the best one to fixie ride. The unknown, aventon, or throne?
Bring it back!!!
Hi Zach any chance you have a thing or two to say about oval chainrings on fixies?
Lololol You do realize a Fixed gear requires a specific amount of chain tension or the chain will drop off you can’t run a oval on a fixed gear
Competetive Cyclist is not longer available outside the US. Any recommendations for Germany or the rest of the World ?
How much did they pay you that you mention Wabi 3 times per every upcomming Video lol
enough, its his sponsor, its his livelihood, hes got decent principles, he wouldnt rep so hard if he didnt believe in it.
any thoughts on pizz shukaku?
What do you think about Leader bikes?
Or! Just customer paint the bike. Just brought a WABI special, gave up my left foot for a custom paint job.."non je ne regrette rien" as Edith Piaf would say. What I love about steel framed bikes is they are very forgiving. Be it be professional or amature you can paint a bike to your liking and not compromise the integrity of the the bike. I say just by the bike you want, and either ride it till the paint gets scuffy enough to bite the bullet and diy that paint job or fork over the cash and get a professional do it before it gets in the box.
Fixed gear for life💖
How does a drop bar fixie with a market basket in front look like 🧐
Thoughts on wide risers ???¿
I see more fix gears then bmx so it’s cool
I rode hard, raced hard, and lived hard on a fixie......10 years ago😂. Now it hangs in the garage because I would never sell it.
Question for anyone to answer. I haven’t rode fixed gear intensely for ~5yrs. I want to get back into riding my bike again since it’s sad to just see it collecting dust. I have 49t chainring/15t cog. I don’t plan on changing my chainring, so what would be good cog size for me to get back into riding that will be easy on my knees or just in general?
anything higher than the 15t cog you have would be good. something like a 17t or 18t to get a 2.88 or 2.72 gear ratio? honestly it's up to you and your body :)
I can't find studded 25c 700 tires. Can anyone else do it? If not, what do you deal with ice? (I personal just keep my slick tires, to lazy to change tires with the nutlock, and haven't find any winter tires with 25c for ice)
Dosnoventa really isn't overpriced. They use Columbus Spirit too. According to reddit, they have some pretty poor customer service when it comes to quality control issues, which sucks when you spend $1.5k on a frame. But something like the Biachi Pista complete build is way more overpriced at 900 bucks than a hand-built frame and fork using the best steel money can buy.
Q: I have a 130 bcd crankset and I ride in an urban environment, I never tried a 144, are there any noticeable benefits to a 144 or is this more of a track specific thing?
Lakston you will be able to use rounder and smoother 144bcd chainrings
i like how you roast other peoples bike but *sometimes* your bike is not even as good as theirs
Bring back Fixie Points: Pleeeease!!