Right, I’ve decided I’m going to do something I’ve planned for years….
I’m going to run a rigid singlespeed (horizontal dropouts) with a fixed gear, and only run a front brake….very clean, light, minimalist….
….why, I don’t know so don’t ask…..
So, anyone done it? If so, what hub have you used and what gearing??? I’m thinking a Goldtec hub with double fixed so I can run different ratios (don’t know where to source one), with a disc only rim (clean look – could never fit a rear V brake – even more niche) and running fattish slicks as I intent to use it for night rides on the lanes/fireroads round here – prob not singletrack…maybe run 32×14 or so….
Anyone prepared to make positive suggestions (I can imagine there will be plenty of negative ones!!!) 😀