The Truth About Fixed Gear Bikes - Are Fixies Safe?

The Truth About Fixed Gear Bikes - Are Fixies Safe?

Due to the rise in popularity of fixies, this has left many people wondering if fixies are a safe alternative to the once popular multiple gear bikes. This is mainly because on many models of fixie bikes, there is no brakes which have led to the popular question “Are fixed gear bikes safe?” Well, the short answer to this question is yes; however, there are some things which riders should consider before they take off on a fixie for the first time.

Most riders who are not used to riding fixies are not very graceful on their first try which leaves worries about the ease of use and safety of fixies for the average rider. There are many differences between multiple gear bikes and fixies such as the fact that riders do not have the ability to coast due to the single fixed gear, which means that the bike is in motion only when the peddles are in motion.

However, some companies such as AeroFix cycles offer a convenient flip flop hub which allows the rider to switch between a fixed gear mode and a free wheel mode which will allow riders to easily switch between the two. These stylish fixies offer the rider the best of both worlds and are shipped in free wheel mode which is the mode which most people are comfortable using at first until they become comfortable with the differences of riding with a single fixed gear.

Fixies such as those sold by AeroFix cycles offer front brakes are a great safety design and should be sought out by riders. Riding a bike with no brakes can be very unsafe especially in a busy metropolitan area where there are so many unexpected obstacles and distractions that may arise; although it is possible to stop without any brakes on fixies by simply slamming down on the pedals which will cause the bike to skid to a stop.

AeroFix cycles offers a variety of fixies which come with built in Promax Alloy front brakes in order to provide the utmost of braking safety for riders. When you combine this with the sleek and minimal design of our fixies and you can see why AeroFix cycles are one of the best retailors for top quality LA fixed bikes.