Hi all. Just wanted to pose this question because I think it’s an interesting discussion to have and because I think your perspectives are intriguing. I bought this bike because I really wanted to build a 90s GT MTB and also to see where my creativity would take me, especially since I just love to wrench! Right now I’m really only cruising around town with it but if you have any suggestions, please share! Oh and I’ve been told the seat height is ridiculous but that’s only because I’m a taller fella.
by DannyMontero
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I liked single speed for simplicity but then I hated it because I wanted to ride faster than 13 MPH while having the option to cruise slowly
If you’re never in a hurry or never relaxing single speed is great
I’d go SS unless you live in a hilly town. Simple is good and it just looks clean.
After owning both, created all the way. Maintenance on it is basically nothing in the grand scheme of things.
sick build! I think the single speed is best for cruising and a really clean look
How did you fit 1/18 forks and stem on a 1” frame?
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Shiiit i wouldn’t change a damn thang on that. Get a front rack tho.
Here’s myn. It’s set up for gravel roads/utility/ fishing rn.
https://preview.redd.it/mcf9nhtbc5re1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0501850ef1c08902598b7c976b4f02968e9ee4af
if its single speed it has to be a fixie
i love fixies but they are not very good for where im living at the moment 🙁
but yeah if there arnt any steep hills where you are then without a doubt fixie for cruising is fukn magic
It looks so clean and ascetic as a single speed. Love the look.
But with the tiny rear dropout space, chain tension is your biggest problem. A chain tensioner will be a must. If you do that and want to be able to get higher top speed, a larger front chainring would be good. However if starting up becomes a problem, flat pedals with straps are an option. I have a 50T front and 16t rear on my single speed. With straps I can reach 35km/h from standing still in like 2-3 seconds.
There is a forbidden 3rd option. Put a Shimano Nexus 3 rear hub in it. Chain tension, however will still have to be solved.
Yeah man idrk