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Old 04-05-2017, 09:03 PM   #4350
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Originally Posted by Mass_nerder View Post
I already commute, but on a terrible sport check special, and stick to it despite the bike. Anything commuter focused will probably be better.
If you are into fixies though, perhaps you could recommend some better manufacturers?
Unfortunately I can't really name any good manufacturers for finished fixies from experience. I had my fixie put together in Shanghai using a locally made frame and parts that I ordered separately online. In terms of critical components, my front brake is a shimano 105 and then I have dura-ace track hubs, a sugino 75 crank set and a brooks cambium saddle. Smooth like butter and is both tough and comfy to be on all day. I don't think you need to spend so much, but it is worth having an adequate front brake and then spending a little more money on hubs, crank set and maybe also saddle depending on how far your commute is or just how much time you want in the saddle.
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