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The very same rack that the Canadian Witch use, and it mount on the frame Josh.

Two tubes on the downtube, the rack has two pipes that slot into the tubes. The rack stays straight when the front wheel turns as its mounted to the frame, which I like.

it also mean the handling won't be compromise, especially when carrying heavier stuff.

That Dawes is idea for it since the rack will be low enough to able to pile it up, and with the coaster brake-only set-up soon, no cable getting in the way.

Ive got one of those racks, NOS for £25 if anyone wants it.

PM me if you do cos im off to bed and i'll never find this post again tomorrow.

yes please!!!
PM'd.
i hope the fact that my browser failed means i still got there first.

I'm not competitive, honest.

Soperiva PMd me and the rack is his, subject to exchange next week.

how does this look to everyone?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CARLTON-FIXIE-FIXED-WHEEL-COMMUTE_W0QQitemZ220574928721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Bikes_GL?hash=item335b4a4f51#ht_546wt_1165

It looks ok, just remember to ask the following questions:

Are the wheels running straight?
When was the last time the bearings in the BB (bottom Bracket), headset, hubs, pedals were looked at? Will any of them need replacing or maintenance soon?
Is there any rust on the frame?
Is the frame straight?
Is it fast?
Does it skid good?

Important questions for asking about any bike not just the one above.

Also; defo look/ ride before you buy! ALWAYS! Unless your willing to accept that you might be disappointed.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CARLTON-FIXIE-FIXED-WHEEL-COMMUTE_W0QQitemZ220574928721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK _Bikes_GL?hash=item335b4a4f51#ht_546wt_1165

Just noticed that this is the guy that sells those hub converters, (look at "other items") just send back the one I bought of him.

Fuck that!

that doesn't stop me wanting a pair
aren't chain reaction doing the specialized version?

DIY pedal straps

One strap done.

from this:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4459357021/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4459357015/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4459357027/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4459357035/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155074/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4459357061/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155044/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155056/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155048/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155070/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4460155062/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4462187786/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4462181064/sizes/l/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48685869@N02/4461436135/sizes/l/

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netherless it's a good effort on a first bike.

thanks edscoble

just picked up my latest project. all 6OOox components, its got aero tubing on it have been trying to find out more but no luck anyone know anything?
here are some pics
http://www.flickr.com/photos/48708675@N04/sets/72157623691898788/

what is this love in?

vmar, it looks shit. get used to it.

only joking (how we laughed). it does look really, really nice, the only criticism is when you look again it is quite long. i trust you will start on number two soon and it'll be a shorter, nippier thing?

I promise Jeez. I won't let you down.

bought a new frame today :)

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bought a new frame today :)

sexy bike.. gay name, you should get some diamante shoes to match

;)

or this helmet

haha

bought a new frame today :)

NOS tommasini diamante!!!

That would have gone perfectly with this

Plus the brake lever is on the wrong side. Although I think it makes more sense for signalling with your right hand...

What are you going on about? Do you ride motorcycles or?

bored and staying late in the office waiting for the printer to fix itself i found some black vinyl and decided to stealthify the planet x - cant see any bubble but it's dark, when the sun rises it will no doubt look rubbish

p.s also managed to cut down the bars and install some champ grips (near impossible to get a brake outer underneath the grip but after 20 minutes i managed it!)

Nice very

thanks.
:) am looking forward to a decent ride out on it on saturday morning - black lycra head to toe

thanks.
:) am looking forward to a decent ride out on it on saturday morning - black lycra head to toe

Go grey man, it totally rocks

@noorkoiv.
Woooo look at them brakes!!! Modelled on a 1930s Jeay brake. Not quite the full-on aero nastyof thed Dura Ace DX in the same year. I think its 1982, but will go look in my Berto Data Book and check. I think itheyre illustrated in 'the Dancing Chain', not a book i suppose many fixie riders have, or need!

hmmm. I dont like black components. I dont like bikes made of coal, i dont like aero bikes.
So why do i fukkin LOVE that black Planet X?
You guys are infecting me! im now going round the blokc on my Raleigh Superbe to calm down and see reason.