Fixed Gear Bikes!!

[LB.Motoring]

So whens the next local ride?

[SHAKOTAN<3]

Has anyone ever been to Pista Fixed Gear in Newport beach, I went with I haslongtorso yesterday to get hardware, Its a small little shop/repair for fixed gears. Guys are pretty kool, we go there sort of at closing and the guy let us in and on his work bench was a pabst blue ribbon lol, work time was over.
Theres another fixed gear shop by triangle square in Costa Mesa that just opened called City Grounds, extreme hipster, you should have seen the mustache on one of the employees. Good times lol.

Anyone down to ride in OC, newport/HB? Beach ride?

[IIIXziuR]

Pabst Blue Ribbon on the workbench of a Fixed Gear Bike shop...
you know what that means.

[IHasLongTorso]

Originally Posted by IIIXziuR

Pabst Blue Ribbon on the workbench of a Fixed Gear Bike shop...
you know what that means.

Actually I don't. What does that mean? Lol

[irax]

sounds like he's the one buying it

[yokotas13]

Originally Posted by Taniguchi_Is_#1

buy a new seat. it's like, $40 for a half decent, brand new seat.

or go to a road shop, have them measure you for the correct seat, and buy that one.
the money is worth it i think my saddle was 140? But man its comfy as fuck even in the drops

[yokotas13]

so i decided to ride home last night from work on my new frame, and god i love it. It is lighter for sure and climbs better than the steel frame.
decided to ride through a park that is by the house and BAM
like 10 fixed gear guys practicing tricks. didnt really stop since i wanted to explore the park and it was like 10 at night so i needed to go home and get to bed for today,so i just said hey and moved on. ill roll by there again tonight and hopefully they will still be there.

i <3 my new frame

[LB.Motoring]

Couple double straps for sale

http://zilvia.net/f/sale-items/290055-bicycle-part-double-leather-pedal-straps-white-black-brown.html#post3135540

[singlecamslam]

I dont really understand the fixie thing so i bought a bike with a flip flop hub. First time i tried fixed gear i fell so bad, whole life riding free wheel > fixed gear, not cool. But i got used to it now, and still dont understand the WOW or the COOL factor. People with tight bright colored pants ride them around here. But whatever floats your boat i guess.

[SHAKOTAN<3]

As with so many of life's more worthy pursuits, one must strip away modern conveniences to come face-to-face with the fundamentals. So it is with bicycle pedaling. Modern bike transmissions, with their multitude of gear choices, freewheels, and rapid shifting can be an impediment to learning to pedal smoothly. Smooth pedaling is the core of efficient cycling and every rider strives to improve his style throughout an entire career of riding.
How do you learn to pedal smoothly? Traditionally, technique was passed to each succeeding generation through a combination of fixed gear riding and the example of more experienced pedalers. Truly expert, classical pedalers are rare these days. There are too few to lead rides on which beginners can absorb the finesse and elegance of a smooth, balanced pedal stroke.
But no fear! Fixed gear riding can a help any rider develop his pedaling. It is simple and cheap. Many professionals put in important fixed gear miles at the beginning of each season. The sooner you start a fixed gear practice, the better.
....
What's to Gain?
Take a ride and notice how different your bike feels! Keep your spin moderate and don't go a great distance. Observe how riding without coasting is so much more of a workout. This will enable you to get exercise in a shorter time.
Avoid big hills to start. With some practice you will learn how to lug a fixed gear effectively. More body english, a rounder pedal force, and persuasive rhythm are all elements to climbing without muscle strain.
As your confidence grows you will be acquiring finesse without any concentration. Your legs are recalibrating and learning to pedal circles not just lumpy down strokes. When the bike is going too slowly and your rpm's are low you will learn how to exert force through all 360 degrees of the pedal path. Otherwise the down stroke would have to be excessive and unfriendly to your knees. When the bike is going too briskly for your taste you will learn how to "float" around the pedals so your butt doesn't bounce all over the saddle.
....
Float is the Goal
"Float" is the Zen-like state of soft pedalling which a distinguishes a true master. On the road, few riders have it. Most track riders acquire it through fixed gear pedalling. It is the primary means to avoid injury and sustain impressive effort. It is the tool heart throbs like Fausto Coppi and Jacques Anquetil used to captivate their eras. A truly smooth pedal stroke is a thing of great beauty as much as Edwin Moses on the high hurdles or Eric Heiden on skates. Riding fixed gear is your surest way to develop that talent and have great fun to boot.
Now, back to the 90's

Fully half of the fun is switching back to your regular set up. You'll notice a few very desirable changes:

1. Your pedalling power curve is much broader, you can generate impressive power at many different spin rates. You'll be able to use this to great effect in racing. You'll have more options for everyday riding as you shift less and use a greater variety of tempos to get there.
2. Your friends will remark how smooth and turbine-like you seem. New acquaintances will assume you have been racing and riding for decades.
3. You will be faster and more flexible than ever.
4. You will be recommending your techniques to newcomers and help pass on the wisdom.
5. Even though you have the option to stop pedaling and coast, you'll use it less. The more your legs spin, the further and faster you go. And when you are fatigued an effortless, floating spin is the best recovery because it maintains a healthy blood flow to purge tired muscles of lactic acid and return oxygen where it is needed.

Circa 2003oldskooltrack.com

[IHasLongTorso]

So has anyone heard anything about or used anything significant from the compant origin8?

[yokotas13]

its low end shit
if oyu cant afford anything better its good

[IHasLongTorso]

Ok cool. I was just cuious because I noticed it somewhere an it looked decent and its uber cheap. I figured.
Btw anyone know where I can get some decent arms in 155 or 165 length?

[yokotas13]

dura ace is what i use

[Taniguchi_Is_#1]

if you want cheap, the origin8 165's are okay, maybe. look on ebay for used cranks, there are tons.

[DUFFM4N]

Originally Posted by IHasLongTorso

Ok cool. I was just cuious because I noticed it somewhere an it looked decent and its uber cheap. I figured.
Btw anyone know where I can get some decent arms in 155 or 165 length?

alienbikes.com

use the same cranks as Pake, and they ship out of the USA (i think the company itself is located in the netherlands)

go with 165s

[Taniguchi_Is_#1]

so someone just stole my bike earlier tonight. surprisingly, i'm not too pissed about it, but rather, i'm pretty amused. too many fucking peasants in philly.

[IHasLongTorso]

Originally Posted by Taniguchi_Is_#1

so someone just stole my bike earlier tonight. surprisingly, i'm not too pissed about it, but rather, i'm pretty amused. too many fucking peasants in philly.

Awww bro that shits weaksauce. If you were local I say come drink some blue ribbon to make yourself feel better. Lol honnestly though...I'm not a fan of cheap beers but blue ribbon has quite a nice after taste. Especially considerng its 50cents a beer. Really though. No hype beast. Lol

[SochBAT]

I'm so down to get an OEM Schwinn generator light.


SOOO DAMN DOWN.

[iwishiwas-all*]

i got an origin 8 crank set, pedals etc, good quality shit man,

[LB.Motoring]

I need a set of 144 bcd cranks that isnt retarded expensive

[DUFFM4N]

any Socal guys wanna hit this up? myself and a few buddies will be riding...let me know

[ALEXTHESUS*PECT]

you shoulda rode with us last week eddie at hermosa beach. this saturday is the last ucla home game.

[DUFFM4N]

yeah jack told me about it, but i didnt have anyone to watch my daughter, so i had to miss out...i rode to work today

my dad has season tickets, but I'll also be able to get tickets to the "cross town rivalry" so not too worried about missing this saturday's game

[LB.Motoring]

Originally Posted by DUFFM4N

any Socal guys wanna hit this up? myself and a few buddies will be riding...let me know

I'd roll with you, I dont have my fixed done yet what do you think?


Heres better info on it

Orange 20 Bikes» Cranksgiving Season Is Here Again!

[yokotas13]

got my shimano brake levers on, tektro brakes, im good to go forever now. i cant think of anything else i need for once

[DUFFM4N]

Originally Posted by LB.Motoring

I'd roll with you, I dont have my fixed done yet what do you think?


Heres better info on it

Orange 20 Bikes» Cranksgiving Season Is Here Again!

roll with us...so far its me and marco

its open to all types of bikes

[SochBAT]

I'd be so down to do it, but my endurance is shit.

[DUFFM4N]

Originally Posted by Soooshi

I'd be so down to do it, but my endurance is shit.

if i can do it...so can you...and there's even a prize for DFL (dead fucking last)

[yokotas13]

mine is horrible too

but when you are competing it makes you push harder