Fixed-Gear and Single-Speed bikes have become increasingly popular in recent years as bicycle commuters have taken to cities of the UK in force. Read reviews from all the major bike brands such as Specialized, Trek, SE, Fuji, Cannondale and more. Compare prices from the biggest bike retailers such as Evans Cycles, Chain Reaction and Wiggle. Bikes, frames, accessories, rims, tyres and more from bikesfixedgear.co.uk
Best Selling Single Speed & Fixed Gear Bikes
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Fuji Track 2011 Single Speed Road Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £329.99 The Fuji Track’s reputation as an excellent introduction track bike has filtered down to the mass market of cyclists looking for an indestructible commuter ride or fixie’s looking for a blank canvas. Read Review… |
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Mongoose Maurice Cromo 2010 Single Speed Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £349.99 Mongoose are at the cheaper end of the single speed bikes we have reviewed, that said they are also some of the best looking. Looking for an affordable, lightweight ride, then look no further. Read Review… |
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SE Draft Lite 2010 Single Speed Road Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £339.99 Taking more inspiration from BMX means the Draft Lite is a true all-rounder attracting the more sensible price conscious commuter to a fixie looking for a good-looking street ride. Read Review… |
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Kona Paddy Wagon 2009 Single Speed Road Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £449.99 The Kona Paddy-wagon is an excellent ride; stiff and extremely responsive it will take just about anything you can throw at it. Priced slightly higher than some of its competitors it is a great all-rounder. Read Review… |
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Specialized Langster 2010 Single Speed Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £339.99 The Specialized Langster is one of the most renowned single speed bikes. Looking for a bullet proof, light weight ride with great components, then look no further. Read Review… |
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Charge Plug 2011 Single Speed Road Bike BUY NOW from Evans Cycles: £599.99 The Plug is Charge’s original introduction into the world of single speed road bikes. Proven to be a complete success since hitting urban streets the Plug has paved the way for Charges fantastic range of single speeds. Read Review… |
Single Speed & Fixed Gear Bikes Buying Guide
If you are new to fixies then you have come to the right place. There are loads of factors to consider before buying a fixed gear or single speed bike. Buying a single speed bike is very much a personal choice based upon the riders needs, finance and individuality. Whilst these factors are a decision you need to make by yourself what we have done, here at bikesfixedgear.co.uk is create a checklist of the important technical information to assist with your decision.
Why go Single Speed?
The essence of riding single speed bike is about simplicity, reliability and personality. In today’s increasingly expensive, hectic lifestyle the need for maximum function with minimum maintenance has seen a rapid growth in the number of cyclists riding single speed bikes.
As the name suggests a single speed bike eliminates the need for multiple gears reducing the maintenance, weight and need to replace components.
Single speeds are the stable workhorse choice for riders clocking up regular city miles used globally by many professional couriers.
Freewheel or Fixed?
With single speed bikes there are three types of rear hub. These are known as freewheel, fixed or flip/flop. A freewheel hub is much like the common bicycle which allows for the back wheel to turn when rolling back or forwards without engaging the rear cog, drive chain and chainset. With a fixed rear hub the rear cog is permanently engaged with the rear cog, drive chain and chainset, and a flip/flog hub allows for the choice for riding both.