Fixie Bikes

If you are about to buy your first fixie bike you might not know what you are getting yourself into. They might seem like great fun in theory but most people will find riding one pretty awkward at first. It’s always a good idea to find a local retailer and visit the shop so that you could have a go at riding one. Most sellers will be more than happy to give you a test ride. You will also be able to find a fixie bike that’s right for you, feel the weight of the frame, test the sitting position and get a general feel for a bike. Unfortunately this is something you can not do when buying a fixie bike online.

You can also make your own custom made fixie bike if you have time and you fancy a DIY project. There are many clubs and forums specifically for fixie bike enthusiasts who tend to be very helpful and friendly. In some cases it may be much cheaper to build your own bike from scratch or convert an existing bike you may have lying around into a hipster fixie bike. These little projects can be a ton of fun.

If on the other hand you already know exactly what you want you can go ahead and purchase one online. Make sure to shop around and compare the prices as some retailers often have a higher markup price for the same product. Fixie bikes can be very expensive so you can always start with something cheap or second hand. Because these bikes are very durable you will find most used bikes in a very good shape. Especially if the previous owner could not get use to breaking and decided to sell it after very little use.