Just got a fixie and want to learn the basic fundamentals, where the trackstand is where to start. In this video, the man shows us the best way to trackstand, by shifting forward and back. Not enough “how to” videos on fixed gear are online, and since their are an abundance of bmx, this will be the next phase. Via Lockedcog.
Archive for the ‘Fixed World’ Category
How to Trackstand on a Fixed Gear Bike
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009Fixed Gear Is Not A Crime Stickers
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
We have all seen this phrase used with skateboarding, but sooner or later it had to be done with the fixed gear scene. The Fixed Gear Is Not A Crime Stickers were designed by Fixed Gear Switzerland, and due to the wide spread crackdown from the cops, maybe they should start reading these. Colors available are black, blue, red or green. Via Pedal Consumption.
Cantilever And Press Wall Mounted Wood Bike Rack
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Although this is not specifically built for a fixed gear bike, the Cantilever And Press Wall Mounted Wood Bike Rack is really cool, and can be used universally. This wood bike rack will be on display at Art Velo in Seattle from November 1st – 14th. Via Pedal Consumption.
Mike Giant x Cinelli Catalog
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Mike Giant has teamed up with Cinelli once again for a highly anticipated catalog. The Mike Giant x Cinelli Catalogs are shipping out now. For those of you that do not know who Mike Giant is, well he is the owner of Rebel 8, a clothing brand out of San Francisco. Via Locked Cog.
Jared Leto Riding a Fixed Gear Bike
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
For Jared Leto’s new music video “Thirty Seconds to Mars”, the man was riding a fixed gear bike. Posted on the bands website, they announced a night ride in downtown Los Angeles and anyone was invited to come. Footage will be used for the next single “Kings and Queens”. Via Cyclelicio.