TL;DR Popular fixie frames include Cinelli Mash, Bianchi Super Pista, and EAI Bareknuckle. For a first fixie, consider the Priority Ace for its quality components and versatility.
Popular Fixie Frames
Several fixed-gear bike frames are highly sought after due to their reputation and design. The Cinelli Mash frames have been a dream frame for many riders due to their aesthetic appeal and performance [1:1]. Other popular frames include the Bianchi Super Pista, Colnago Super Pista, and the Affinity Lo Pro, which are praised for their unique designs and ride quality
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[1:6]. NJS frames like Samson, Giro, and 3Rensho are also highly regarded among enthusiasts
[1:2].
EAI Bareknuckle
The EAI Bareknuckle is another beloved frame in the fixie community. It's known for its aggressive geometry that makes it fast and responsive [3]. However, some users have noted issues with the paint quality, mentioning that it chips easily
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[3:3]. Despite this, many consider it a "forever bike" due to its performance and aesthetics
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First Fixie Options
For those looking to purchase their first fixie, the Priority Ace is recommended due to its quality components such as a carbon fork, seatpost, and sealed bearing hubs [5:1]. It also features a CDX belt system, which allows for fixed gear riding, making it versatile and reliable
[5:1]. Additionally, it comes with a front brake, which is an important safety feature for beginners
[5:2].
Customization and Components
Customizing your fixie can enhance your riding experience. Many riders enjoy experimenting with different bars, grips, and saddles to find what suits them best [2:2]. Using high-quality components from brands like Nitto or sourcing parts from Japan can elevate the build and performance of your fixie
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Considerations Beyond the Discussions
While these discussions provide valuable insights into popular fixie bikes and frames, it's also important to consider factors such as budget, intended use, and personal preferences. Visiting local bike shops to test ride different models and seeking advice from experienced fixie riders can help you make an informed decision.
I think some NJS frames are up there alongside Weis and other high end frame manufacturers. Samson, Giro and 3Rensho always come to mind.
Kalavinka is up there too. I’m rather partial to Makino, but then again I have one.
same with me and gan well. I might be biased but I definitely think they're at least top 5 NJS framemakers
Weiss, Skream, Engine 11, Surly Steamroller (autum and winter bikes). I think Mash frames will be forever desired
Colnago super pista
I feel like the No22 Little Wing and the Weiss are really sought after, a dream bike for most. But I still think the Super Pista, the cinelli mash frames and so on are still the dream of many, including mine
Cinelli Mash are the reason I started fixds gear 8 years ago. First seeing them on Pinterest and now I have one (frame a bit too big and with shitty paint cause reasons) but still, my dream frame is mine!
affinity lo pro
really, with the extreme toe overlap, awkward geometry that just makes it more of a fauxpro than an actual pursuit frame with pursuit geo.
I mean don't get me wrong, I love almost any and every pursuit frame, whether it's a real pursuit track frame or a fauxpro just to give it that pursuit look, including the affinity lopro. they always look damn good, even if they can be finicky to ride on the streets.
I don't know. now I feel like an asshole. lol. my bad.
I mean if Terry B rocks a lopro I’ll bet the ride quality is better than okay
I'm guilty of having one of these. Some people say it's more for aesthetics than anything but it does feel very fast. It's more comfortable than it looks and, for me at least, the genuinely large amount of toe overlap isn't frequently a problem.
for sure. I'm having a really hard time picking between this(I already have a track bike) and a tracklocross bike as my next bike
Try different bars, grips and saddles.
I really like the RaceFace 🥺
its already perfect for me
Fuji declaration was my first fixie, it’s a fun oneride the hell out of it
I really enjoy this bike. My first fixed gear bike was a high tensile steel, then my second was a pake rum runner. Then I had a wabi (still have) then I got this. I’ve had it for I guess over four years now and it’s by far my favorite. it’s so aggressive. It loves to go fast. It’s twitchy and it turns in fast and such a good way. It’s predictable and it feels incredible. form follows function but I think it’s very beautiful.
56cm eai bareknuckle frame, sugino 75 njs bottom bracket, sugino 75 crankset, sugino 49t chainring, 16t EAI deluxe cog, sram pc-1 chain (waxed), mks urban platform pedals w/ toshi straps, mash toe cages, nitto s92 seatpost, nitto ui-21ex 110mm stem, specialized romin saddle 155mm, tange seiki technoglide j-27 headset, bontrager vr-cf carbon 42cm bars, nitto ex-1 bar ends, continental ultrasport3 28c tires, dt swiss r470db rims 32h, polso hubs, mks chain tensioner
first time seeing a red bareknuckle, this is gorgeous!
Loved mine. I had red as well! Such snappy frame, but the worst paint ever.
Oh no, the colors are fire, is the paint super thin?
It seemed like the primer and clear coat were just super thin. Really easy to chip. My wife has the minty green color and it was the same on both of them. Sold mine and got an Indy Fab years ago but still miss the bareknuckle.
That's a forever bike right there
absolutely gorgeous
You willing to sell or trade your toshi straps
Go easy on me, I’m a gravel guy. But ever since I used my cousin’s fixie a few months ago, I’ve been hooked. I had built my wife’s city bike before this and figured the next goal was to build my own again, but fixed gear. So here it is: steel frame, most components are Nitto or bought from Japan/BlueLug.
Haven’t used my gravel bike for a while now.
Did the same dude. Had a slick built up gravel bike, built up a fixed gear on a gravel frame and the gravel bike say for 8 months before pulling the trigger on selling.
Nice and sleek. Also, every bike's a gravel bike with the ride attitude. :)
Same. Haven't touched my roadbike in months.
Nice, I really like this kind of look
I dig the crankset..looks clean
First is Priority Ace, third is critical cycles. Idk about the 2nd. I plan on putting a drop bar on which ever I end up buying. Which is the best quality bike?
I'd take the Priority as it has a front brake
What’s your price range? There might be new options available.
300$
Yeah I just did a quick google search and there’s some better options out there, under $400 that will already come with the the drop handlebar, it’ll have warranty, and for the extra $100 it’s about what you’d spend on new handlebars, tape and a tuneup for a used bike.
Easily the priority thats also the nicer version of the ace comes with a carbon fork and seatpost sealed bearing hubs and most importantly the cdx belt system instead of the cdn which allows for fixed gear riding
Cool bike, ride safe and enjoy life
Thanks
Just finished building this. My other fixie is a steel performance bikes scattante which got me hooked. -State Black Label V3 -H Plus Son wheels with Origin8 hubs -Dura Ace 15t cog -Sugino crankset with 48t chainring -Fyxation pedals with Hold Fast strap -Dura Ace seatpost with WTB saddle -3T ergomax bars with 3t stem
I’ve had my Black Label for 6 years, I’ve loved every second of riding it. Not a huge fan of the carbon fork though, too rigid. Enjoy your time with her!
Do you know if there is an aftermarket fork that fits? Ive been enjoying it so far. The switch from all steel and the 32mm tires made a huge difference. Feels like flying.
It’s a very quick bike I love it. I have a slightly different gear ratio than stock and it makes it even better. And no I haven’t even bothered to look but I’m sure there’s something out there, head tube is a weird shape tho.
I love State bikes :)
Very nice I got a state few months back ! Hella fun riding around the city enjoy 🙌🏻🙌🏻
Beautiful! 🫶🏽🔥🙌🏽👏🏽
I’m from Scotland and I’m not sure where’s the best place to get a fixed gear bike are there any legit sites or should I build one
Dang, a friend of mine was just selling a fixed gear in Scotland too -- if you can get a Dolan that's a solid starter rig, also looks like State is available in the UK via some distributors and their Black Label V2 is a pretty rad bike. If you have a good independent local bike shop that's friendly to fixed-gear bikes, I'd see what brands they can get via distributors
Thanks for the help man
engine 11 or dosnoventa if your more into the hype brands is decentish for the frames (although look into it more ive heard bad stuff about both and good stuff about both depends which end of the stick you get), but youll have to get the rest of the parts yourself if you go with e11 (research :( sad). dosnoventa lets you get full bike + frame but i wouldnt really suggest it since theyre pretty overpriced for what they are (p.s. wooin from windbreaker rides a dosnoventa houston i believe the pink bike early on). if you want a full bike that is well known and most can vouch for just get like a dolan precursa as a starter and if your stacked go and get a df4 (bit more competitive and full carbon frame) if your just starting no point. if you plan on going to korea anytime soon you could go to veloshop i tihnk it is and pickup a constantine bike where you can get a full bike for 600-800 pounds i think (they dont do overseas shipping), otherwise ask your local bike store if they know anyone who can do fixie conversions for tt/triathlon bikes and/or ask if they know where you can get a fixie near you although i havent really heard where people get fixies in the uk for the most part.
lots of text, hope its coherent have a nice day !
Thanks for the help man
one other place you could try for online shipping is brotures they do full fixies and you can choose them to come with brakes if your not confident with skidding or backpedalling yet or just as a safety thing. not 100% sure about them i know a couple of people who buy parts from them but i dont know many people outside of japan who buy full bikes since it might be pretty expensive to ship a whole bike from japan to the uk
You can start by building a conversation from a road bike with horizontal ish dropouts if you have one laying around. You just need a fixed gear rear wheel and a single speed chain. But if you want a legit one I suggest going in FB or any used market to get one around 200-400$
If you want new the kilo TT or state bike co are probably best bet for affordable and legit fixed gear bike
Kilo TT’s are good beginner options are good beginner bikes only if you live in US. Everywhere else shipping & tax moves those bikes in a price bracket where you can get much better quality bikes
Ohhh yeah I forgot the OP is in eu , idk what bikes they have but I know Dolan is very reliable and 8bar
Thanks for the help man
Post on and check out r/FixedGearBicycle . There’s a buy/sell/trade thread every month, and you may even find someone local who can help you out
Thanks for the help man
I got my lugged frame construction chromium fixed gear bike from Wabi Cycles. You can customize however you like as long as you can afford it and they have different frames to choose from.
Been riding it for 2 years now and it's still a good bike. It looks like Jay Jo's bike.
What's the appeal of have no range pf gears? Is there anything to it besides the simplicity aspect?
When I first heard about them years ago I thought they were stupid, insane, and pointless bicycles.
Then I rode one, and it made sense. Direct speed control via your legs, slowing down to a stop without brakes, and getting a genuine full workout without coasting. Alongside the simplicity aspect, it's a lot of fun.
When I built my own bike, i didn't have a freewheel on it since fixed was all I needed.
Before I got into cycling and heard of fixies I was thinking it was what single gear + freewheel was. Which definitely seemed like a dumb thing for people to obsess over. Once I realized what actual fixed gear was it started to make more sense.
Great response. I have never rode one, sounds like I need to change that!
If you buy a single speed or fixed gear bike, most have a flip flop rear hub where you can quickly change from a freewheel to a fixed gear in minutes by just undoing 2 bolts, flipping the rear wheel, and reattaching.
I got sick of riding my road bike. I used to love it but it got to the point where I was dreading my commute instead of looking forward to it. Fixed gear helped me enjoy road riding again. It's challenging, rewarding, simplistic and complex all at once. Plus they look cooler
I found that riding a track bike (fixed gear) made me a much better rider overall. It taught me how to keep pedaling no matter what, how to push through hills with my legs and not just drop down to the easiest gear, and that I could go 30 mph on flat ground if I just kept pushing (52/14 FTW). I don’t ride my fixie mush anymore cause I’ve been more about gravel riding recently but I still have a deep love for that bike since it was the first one I purchased all with my own money and I’ve put a lot of miles on it. Almost chopped my finger off in the rear cog once but no hard feelings.
Yes there’s a lot more to it, you really have to try it out to understand. Don’t think of it as “no range” of gears, your forward momentum pushes the pedals forward so it’s much different than simply being in high gear.
From what I've seen, it looks like there is a physical ability component because you don't rely on mechanical assistance. It's a minimalist mentality and to prove yourself that you can ride solely on the power of your legs. Add an affinity for IPAs and cool mustaches?
Lol they're definitely cool. As is facial hair and iPas. Don't know why someone downvoted lol
The connection to your machine and the road is unmatched by any other bike. Along with what everybody else is saying, I’ll add that thieves will usually keep walking if they see a fixie. Especially if it is brakeless.
I have a story about the bike! Some time ago I got this cinelli Mash bullhorn and wanted to make a lowpro triple triangle fixie using those handles cuz in my mind would looks hella sick! I got the frame with a friend that lied to me telling it was low and would match perfectly but I don't feel like it did... Something seems off and I still can't get it what exactly, maybe the fork? That's why I'm asking haha!!
Frame: Ourus TT (made of steel) Wheels: alexrims with LX hubs Crankset: hollowtech litepro Stem: zoom Handlebars: cinelli Mash 52x17 gears The other pieces are basic stuff Tires: continental grand sport 700x25
Aesthetics are totally up to you. I think it looks great, but if it was mine I'd just get some fresh bar tape that isn't white and swap the saddle for something with a little flash. Consider getting your steerer cut to size too.
So initially my ideia was to get some white tires and white saddle but I got fired recently and don't have the money to do it. I know It gets dirty but I just love the black, metal and white combination 😭😭😭
I’ve got a white frame, white rims, white saddle, white crank, and white bar tape. Everything else black, gives kind of a cop car vibe.
Funny thing is I mostly didn’t plan it that way, it was just the parts I had laying around that I assembled it from :)
Honestly I think white tires and bar tape look fine even when a little grimy
I have those same bars, btw - love them.
I have a white saddle on my commuter, it still looks good after a couple years. I had white bar tape and it looked good for one week of riding, it would be the same for tires. White parts look great, but don't stay white for long. If you're looking for a beater/rat aesthetic then that's a bonus.
If you're hurting for money slap a Wald on the front and deliver food. It doesn't pay well, but it's cash.
I was also gonna say either get a white saddle and tape off china or get a black stem and black tape. You can find them as low as 5 for tape, 10 for stem and 20 for saddle. Bikeinn is also a good website. I would not change the saddle if its comfortable though, and ofc chinese saddles will mostly be crap despite reviews. There are white tapes with black dots to hide dirt. The whiteness can be brought back easily with a cloth and cleaner.
I think it looks awesome as is! I do think a chrome or black stem could match better. I say you try a couple different forks and see if they change the slope of the down tube. It’s worth a try 🤷♂️
Thanks!! I was thinking about a curvy fork and without the break hole to make it shorter but it's so difficult to find cool stuff that isn't really really expensive in Brazil 😭😭
Curvy fork will lengthen the wheelbase and make the bike feel very different, and probably not for the better. Something you could do if you’re happy with the bike fit is trim the excess off your steerer. That will make it look slick and can be done for free
I think it would look dope sick with high profile wheels
Planing on getting high wheels haha!
Clean fixie. It’s fine the way it is.
best fixie bike
Key Considerations for Choosing the Best Fixie Bike:
Frame Material: Look for lightweight and durable materials like aluminum or steel. Aluminum is lighter and rust-resistant, while steel offers better durability and comfort.
Gear Ratio: A common gear ratio for fixies is 46/16 or 48/16. A higher gear ratio provides more speed, while a lower ratio offers better acceleration and climbing ability.
Brakes: Some fixie bikes come with front brakes or no brakes at all. If you're new to riding fixies, consider a model with at least a front brake for safety.
Wheel Size: Most fixies come with 700c wheels, which are standard for road bikes. Ensure the wheel size suits your riding style and comfort.
Design and Aesthetics: Fixies often come in various colors and designs. Choose one that reflects your personal style, as aesthetics can be a significant factor for many riders.
Price Range: Fixie bikes can range from budget-friendly options (around $300) to high-end models (over $1,000). Determine your budget before shopping.
Recommendations:
State Bicycle Co. 4130 Fixed Gear: This bike is well-regarded for its quality build, stylish design, and affordability (around $400). It features a durable steel frame and a variety of color options.
Pure Cycles Classic Fixed Gear: A great entry-level option, priced around $350. It has a lightweight aluminum frame and comes with a flip-flop hub, allowing you to switch between fixed and freewheel modes.
All-City Nature Boy: If you're looking for something more versatile, this bike is excellent for both commuting and light off-road riding. It’s a bit pricier (around $800) but offers great performance and durability.
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