• I understand, i just dont see how its relivant.
    Also i dont see how a coaster hub would work. Fixed isnt about not needing a back brake. It presents an interesting challenge and a bit of fun. Its also a change from bmx and 29'ers. If you put a freewheel on a track frame why not just ride a 29'er or something..

    the same reason why people who ride skateparks on a mountain bike dont think "if i'm going to do this then why dont i just ride a bmx bike or something." they have already bought the bike, and they proabably use it for other disciplines too. a freewheel costs £6. a brake, cable and lever costs £30. how much does a new 29" bike cost? more than £36 I think. unless you're a thieving cunt.

    you seem to be missing the point of my post, which is that a freewheel would open up way more possibilities for tricks. which is way more interesting than the supposedly 'interesting challenge' that the limitations of a fixed cog presents you with.

    why anyone would intentionally limit themselves is beyond comprehension.

    maybe i've missed the point of the whole fixie trick thing, perhaps its all about image and not about possibilities.

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