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Hello Miles!

Hi!
I've recently bought an OTP fixed gear/SS bike so thought I'd say hi. Just wondering if there is a dummy's guide to putting a bike together, or someone willing to teach a dummy (me!) how to put it together (It's going to arrive in bits shortly, and I've only ever bought bikes then I cycle away from the shop before)? If I learn how it all works then I can figure out what I want to change and do it myself.

Hey Folks. Converted from SS to fixed this week. No crashes so far!

Hi!
I've recently bought an OTP fixed gear/SS bike so thought I'd say hi. Just wondering if there is a dummy's guide to putting a bike together, or someone willing to teach a dummy (me!) how to put it together (It's going to arrive in bits shortly, and I've only ever bought bikes then I cycle away from the shop before)? If I learn how it all works then I can figure out what I want to change and do it myself.

Have a go! And if you don't know how to do something:

1) Google it
2) Use the forum search
3) Ask on in the Mechanics & Fixing section.

Welcome!

Make lots of mistakes, I find that's the best way to learn. Welcome!

Just wanted to say HI

Hai

hi there. been a fan of bikes for a long time and finally got myself a dawes supergalaxy about a month ago. i have finished turning it into a fixie with the help of a mate and the great guys at bicycle ambulance in Cambridge and now really enjoy riding it. i do get confused with all the lingo though.

hi there. been a fan of bikes for a long time and finally got myself a dawes supergalaxy about a month ago. i have finished turning it into a fixie with the help of a mate and the great guys at bicycle ambulance in Cambridge and now really enjoy riding it. i do get confused with all the lingo though.

Here is the first translation for you then. Fixie means dildo in the world of LFGSS. Enjoy riding it!

;)

Hi, just droppin in to introduce myself.
Im in my twenties, i have been riding bikes since i was 5 and cant see it getting dull.
Recently i decided to get a road/track/fixed bike for the urban commute.

Ive been throwing myself around on BMX and MTB bikes for years, now i live in the city it seems obvious to get something suitable. Im also interested in the fitness aspect, i don't compete these days so im not pushing myself, plus restless legs at night... its about time i went blasting about.

Anyway, i love bikes and im excited about getting something fast. The forum looks great by the way. I joined for the classifieds but the banter is alreet too.

Hi Gents,
Just few words to introduce myself. Paris based, in my (roaring) fifties. Happy (and proud) owner of a Bianchi Pista via Brera that I use to go to my office. User and member of the French site www.pignonfixe.com which shares a lot with lfgss.
May the Force be with you.

Are you guys aware that we drink in The Raven, Goldhawk Road every Thursday?

Yup, just been pretty shit about making it down there. Someday soon hopefully. Would be great to meet everyone.

Hi, short introduction:
I'm an ex-dutch now in Spain (hopefully this is still considered within the greater London-ish area).
After a lifetime of riding rusty hand-downs, I've decided it's time for a proper (road) bike for commuting and getting into longer rides.
Came to this site for all the great info and to keep an eye out for the classifieds; thanks!

Welcome to London, please mind the riot...

warmduscher - Nice nametag, you're probably bigger than me so I'll not call you a wimp. Hello anyway.

Hello world!

Yo!

Hi,

Greatings from Portugal!

Hi, signed up partly to report a rider down in Lombard Road, Battersea this morning about 8.20am. Paramedics and ambulance were there, she was awake and moving so hopefully all OK

Hi, just joined after years of watching from the sidelines.

Based in Balham, Bianchi road bike for longer rides, Willier Pista for hacking about and commuting.

allo

greetings

Hey everyone

I just joined the site yesterday after moving to London.

Looking forward to getting on a bike and exploring the city (just posted an ad in the wanted section for a complete bike, looking around the 58cm size)

Great site.

Cheers

Welcome to the friendliest forum on the internet!

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