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I think this is probably one of the initial attractions to 700c fixed bikes for a lot of us who dont really come from road bike backgrounds. They are great for commuting (unlike BMX and typical MTB trick bikes) but they are still fun for mucking about on seeing what tricks you can do.
Fast commuting bike that can do tricks = lots of fun.
But I agree, that most peoples 700c trick bikes are essentially hybrids. A 700c bike with risers and fatter tyres. Does that sound familiar? Theyd probably be more convenient with freewheel/gears too.
The ultimate urban trick bike that still goes fast would probably be a 26" trials bike with skinny tyres like Ryan Leech rides.
But I guess to add more "go fast" edge, its got to be all rigid and have more of a road/commuter feel. So a typical freewheel commuter bike would probably be just fine.
Volume put out a 26" BMX which was aimed at people who wanted a bike that was still good for commuting:
http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm296/southsidess/Zslide1.jpg
Heres a fixed setup of a BMW park. Looks fucking awful, I think the owner was barking up the wrong tree. I think a lot of mtb frames have geometry setup with the expectation of a long suspension fork. Also, the clearences are massive because they expect you to put on huge tyres.
http://www.w-base.com/mt/bike_check/images/bmw-park-fix.jpg
Here is a more typical setup of a BMW park:
http://www.w-base.com/mt/bike_check/images/park-fat-grn.jpg