Building my first fixie - Vitus frame

Taking a stand against (ab)usage of 'fixie':
1 - Shinscar
2 - provenrad

You guys have to much time. Get a job...

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Taking a stand against people unreasonably taking a stand against newbies using the term 'fixie'

1. Nimhbus
   
2. cruz
   

Thanks for the comments peps, i stand corrected and just want some guidance/tips on the kit to use when converting what was a derailer specced bike to a FIXED animal, best wheels to get hold of, hubs, etc, are their shops in London that have the relevant stock of Fixed parts ?

you'd be best off just getting a different frame if you wanna go fixed. you could go single speed with a chain tensioner on that frame easily enough.
if you're really desperate to convert that frame to fixed then look up the white industries eno eccentric rear hub. £££ though...
cavendish cycles, brixton cycles, condor, and brick lane bikes are where you'll find the kit. it's often cheaper online though.
as for recommendations, give us some more info. how much do you want to spend? what are you using it for? how concerned are you about looks? etc...

Thanks for info/links MISTER K, I'll check them out.

...Plenty of info out there on the interweb how to go about converting to fixed gear..

All you will ever need!
I think a ENO is overkill for a frame which you don't know you will enjoy riding. + Agree with mister K about singlespeeding being the best option.
have fun.

You mean they're vertically stiff whilst being laterally compliant?

flexi in all directions....those allans were the same too

acaf, we have an open toolbox at our house every sunday morning if you would like to come round, use some tools, and perhaps get some help with your project

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