Fixie Bikes – The Newest Craze in Cycling

Fixie Bikes – The Newest Craze in Cycling

Bicycles have grown in popularity over recent years all around the world especially the fixie bike. Fixie bikes provide both an economical mode of transportation as well as a healthy and fun hobby that anyone can enjoy. A Fixie bike, which is short for fixed gear bikes have a single gear which requires the feet to be in motion in order for the bike to be in motion; there is no coasting and on some models there are no brakes.

Fixie bikes are a popular choice amongst cyclists due to the fact that they allow them to start off quicker and gain momentum much faster than bikes with multiple gears. Fixie bikes are commonly used for track racing because they do not have brakes which are an unnecessary feature while racing. However, with the recent rise in popularity of fixie bikes in large metropolitan areas, many people wonder if the lack of hand brakes on fixie bikes is safe.

The answer to that question is yes, fixie bikes are safe as long as the rider has confidence in their riding abilities and is paying close attention to the road at all times. Biking is safer than driving a car by far, and fixie bikes are no exception to this rule; fixies are no more dangerous than any other type of bicycle. However, riders should be aware that it takes more time to stop on a fixie bike and therefore, extra time should be given when a stop is anticipated. However, here at AeroFix cycles we offer a convenient flip flop hub which allows you to conveniently switch from a fixed gear to a free wheel design.

There are many benefits to fixie bikes which should be considered as well such as the fact that the rider has much more control over the speed of the bike and are able to take off and accelerate with much more momentum then a multiple gear bike allows. Fixie riders often feel ore connected to their fixie bike as well due to the fact that they must take on an interactive role when riding, much the same way that a driver must interact with a stick shift car.

So if you would like to join the craze and are looking for a LA fixed gear bike, look no further then AeroFix cycles, we have a large selection of fixie bikes to choose from which come in a variety of cool and trendy colors and designs for you to choose from. All of our fixie bikes are made of Hi-tensile steel which allows them to be very lightweight weighing in at a mere 22 pounds and also feature a convenient flip flop hub which will allow you to switch between free wheel and fixed gear as your needs demand.