@dkel 106649 wrote:
Yeah…the problem is I’m becoming addicted to FG, and would like to ride fixed as much as possible, but there’s always the rare occasion when a geared setup is required. I’ll think about it later. —Rather, I’ll think about it constantly, and do something about it later!
I do exactly the same thing. I’m planning to switch my converted-hybrid to FG full-time. I did 3.5 races on it (0.5 = pit bike usage) as a SSCX but it’s had so many flats (not in races thankfully) that I don’t think the rear road rim really works for that purpose, and it still has a road caliper on the back. I really enjoy my Wabi FG but the hybrid has fender mounts and is aluminum not steel, so I don’t mind it getting salty as much so it should be ideal for winter FG riding. With permanent full fenders and a removed rear brake it’ll still be one of my lightest bikes.
That’s all thinking though – so far this year this bike has a flat from last year that I still haven’t changed and all I’ve done is lean different parts from other bikes on it. I’m also thinking of switching my geared folding bike to fixed gear… damn you Sheldon Brown!
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