A simple, appealing aesthetic and ease of maintenance has made fixed gear bicycles (fixies) and single-speeds a favorite of urban cyclists in a growing movement spanning from San Francisco to Melbourne and Tokyo to Berlin.
The appeal of single-gear bikes is undeniable; creating your own bike by recycling a grimy old road bike—stripping unneeded parts, adapting new components, and perhaps even re-painting—is a rewarding experience.
Getting greasy while customizing and building one’s own ride is an essential part of the process.
