What is fixed/single speed?
What is fixed/single speed?
One gear, usually specifically set to be as uncomfortable as possible on most terrain! Too high to climb easily, too low to avoid spinning like buggery on the flat. As a result you are forced to get strong and supple.
Never tried it - doesn't look like much fun to be honest...
Leeds City AC: "Pure Sporting Delight"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tVjKhfgVHY
this is a good clip chris
I didn't follow that very well, there Daz.
As always, Sheldon Brown is a fountain of knowledge. Or have a chat with Brett, he's a fixed gear man as is Ady in Accy I believe.
Singlespeed mtb is great. It does work the legs, but also the rest of the body due to the amount of heaving on the bars.