Fixed-Gear Article in the Observer 9th March

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"The fixie’s simplicity and grace appeals to the fashion conscious, many of whom take customisation to extravagant levels, creating bikes with imported track-bike frames and hand-built wheels that cost thousands."

In what way i that a statement untrue?[/quote]

She's implying that the 'fixie' is for fashionistas that use the bike as a fashion accessory. Some do but 95% of us on here and elsewhere ride because we just like riding bikes, simple. Also, show me one bloke that has spent £1,000's on a bike[/quote]

Dick Luck spent £2000+ on a fixie. And that was more than 10 years ago.

Hilarious from wheels.

Don't be too critical of the people that spoke to Ms Fisher of the Observer. At least Roxy's quote provided a little bit of balance.