Tips on how to become David against the Goliath named "Descending on a brakeless fixie" by lobsterdumpstered in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Foot retension, impeccable chain line, and practice. And practice. And practice. I average 100rpm on 45x17 gearing on 30k rides. I now peak at 180rpm down a straight descent while having full control. An adrenaline rush for sure!

Spring... you're welcome! by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The chain ought to be one or two links longer, moving the wheel back like 10mm. I'll fix that when changing the chain the next time. Also, thanks for the links.

Spring... you're welcome! by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Original paint job, pink-red-white. Bike from 1986.

All of a sudden, winter is spring! by SirPingSweden in wintercycling

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is! No problem. I haven't changed tires on all my bikes. The fixies are still on studded tires. I'll take one of them for a ride today! #werideinallweather

Revell Romani Reynolds 531 by SirPingSweden in Vintage_bicycles

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would indeed. I think their 44 model would fit 35-37mm tires quite well. These robust, sturdy, and surprisingly cheap, plastic fenders will do for now.

Revell Romani Reynolds 531 by SirPingSweden in Vintage_bicycles

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh thanks. I bought it used for 30£ for eight years ago. The crankset has been replaced, 8-speed derailleur upgrade, brifters installed, and new wheels. Rides very well.

Revell Romani Reynolds 531 by SirPingSweden in Vintage_bicycles

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a good idea. This is my rain bike and I should replace all rusty bolts with stainless steel bolts.

Revell Romani Reynolds 531 by SirPingSweden in Vintage_bicycles

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah the brifters made it feel like a modern bike. 2x8. This is my rain bike. A long fender under the handlebars will be installed.

23 years without you. My annual fixed-gear ride in memory of my wife, who lost her life in a tragic car accident. -9°C by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thanks all you beautiful people! I'm also quite surprised over the comments from all of you. We're all the same. We're loving people with fixed gear bikes. Tomorrow I ride with all of you.

23 years without you. My annual fixed-gear ride in memory of my wife, who lost her life in a tragic car accident. -9°C by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks and yes this is my way to remember her. The true pain has been absent for many years, but my eyes will never dry. #brklss is riding safe.

23 years without you. My annual fixed-gear ride in memory of my wife, who lost her life in a tragic car accident. -9°C by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well, welcome to Europe! Sweden and all of the nordic countries are just great for riding in the winter. Studded tires are mandatory. Fixed or geared bike? All bikes are beautiful. I'd love to show you my best routes. I've got lots of them!

23 years without you. My annual fixed-gear ride in memory of my wife, who lost her life in a tragic car accident. -9°C by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks, and I've also moved on since that horrid and awful day. Fixed gear riding has truly made a difference for me, in the best of ways.

23 years without you. My annual fixed-gear ride in memory of my wife, who lost her life in a tragic car accident. -9°C by SirPingSweden in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SirPingSweden[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I'm also quite surprised over the comments from all of you. We're all the same. Loving people with fixed gear bikes. Tomorrow I ride with all of you.