New to commuting/cycling in London, need a solid SS and beginners advice

Hey all,

So I just switched jobs and my commute has gone from a 5 minute walk, to what looks like a 20 min cycle. Hoxton ( / Shoreditch) to central Soho. The route I'm thinking is straight down Old St > Clerkenwell Road > Holborn > Shaftesbury ave and up Dean St.

I actually haven't done a cycle commute in London and perhaps even more of a roadblock: don't have a bike.

So two questions for this amateur - what's the solid/reliable best single-speed I can pick up within a week for let's say £400 or less. Nice to have's would be narrow riser bars and a quill stem (the former as I like to ride with them, the latter largely for looks).

Secondly, I'm sure these are universal but any tips for a new commuter would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Hi C22D !

Browse the classified for inspiration ? A Fuji Feather, with a change of bars ? is a safe practical option.

Charge plug

The chain reaction vitus dee thing looks fun, ss not fixed but fat tyres and discs.

Check out the cycle training on offer in your area if you haven't already. It's usually free and a great idea.

Lever St, Percival St, Exmouth Market and Roseberry Ave to avoid Old St shit show that is inevitable at this time of year

Fuji Feather looks perfect, ticks all the boxes. Thanks DoubtfulAce.

Nice route recommendation thanks Picco.

Thanks for all the replies/info!

I do that route every day, Just keep your wits about you will be ok. I will have a look at the route that picco suggested how ever.

Once your used to it you could do it in 15mins.

+1 to cycle training. It's free, fun and very useful.

It might also save you from some aggro or scrapes.