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Realistically, my bike (and I) only really make it out on to the trail every other month. I can't justify having a fourth bike (in addition to fixed commuter, geared racer and the 29er). I guess a wheelset for pub use (with appropriate tyres - just placed an order for Schwalbe Big Apple 2.35" tyres). I'm going to give the Velosolo-converted Shimano hub a go and still keep the mediocre stock machine-built wheel that came with the bike. I'll have a go at flip-flop - as far as I can see the main problem is going to be replacing the cog with a disc rotor and changing the tyres before going on the trail, which is probably about 20-30 mins work. If I get bored of 40-60 mins (convert to trail and back to road) work every time I want to flip between fixed and SS, then I'll settle for having separate wheelsets for on- and off- road use.
Will post pics and progress as and when ...