It has been a while—almost a year since my last YouTube upload. A lot happened in that time: I got married, got a new house, got two new jobs, and worked the cycling world championships.
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A View From The Handlebars
Act 1
Scene 1
(The setting is a small apartment in Brooklyn. Eddie is sitting on a chair, lovingly polishing his fixed gear bike, Bianca. Catherine enters, carrying groceries.)
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The Benefits of a 1/8″ chain over a 3/32″ Chain
Switching to a 1/8″ chain for bikes offers several benefits compared to the more common 3/32″ chain. These benefits primarily revolve around increased strength, durability, and compatibility with certain types of bicycles and riding styles. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the advantages of using a 1/8″ chain, its applications, and considerations for making the switch.
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The Most Precious Cog
Chapter 1: The Revelation of the Fixed Gear
In the tumultuous annals of urban cycling, where the streets were overrun with a cacophony of clanking chains and whirring gears, there emerged a revelation that would forever alter the course of two-wheeled history. Amidst the chaos and confusion, a group of intrepid cyclists sought solace in simplicity, shunning the complexities of modern bike technology in favour of a purer, more primal form of transportation – the Fixed Gear bicycle.
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How Does Fixed Gear Differ From Coasting
Fixed gear and coasting represent two distinct concepts in the realm of cycling, particularly in the context of bicycle drivetrains. These terms describe how a bicycle’s drivetrain operates and how the rider interacts with it while cycling. Let’s explore each concept in detail to understand the key differences between fixed gear and coasting.
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The Metamorphosis
In a dark, desolate corner of the city, a young Gerald resided. He was not an ordinary man. He was obsessed with fixed gear bicycles and spent all his time tinkering with his cherished bikes, which were stripped down to their bare essentials. Gerald’s unwavering love for these machines had taken over his life, and he had become increasingly isolated. There was something ominous about his obsession, and as he delved deeper into the world of fixed gear biking, the simplicity of their design began to take on a more sinister edge.
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Why Run Mud Tyres on Your Tracklocross Bike
Mud tires play a pivotal role in enhancing the fun of tracklocross when faced with muddy and challenging conditions. Combining deeper tread patterns, self-cleaning designs, softer rubber compounds, and other features make these tires a great choice to increase the enjoyment of winter. What do you need to know when buying mud tyres, though? Well, I’ve answered all of those questions below.
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My Top 5 Tracklocross Frames for 2024
Ok, here we have my long-awaited list of tracklocross frames for 2024. I don’t know who was waiting, but I’m just going to pretend so for my ego. I’ll start with my usual disclaimer: there are no affiliate links here. I’m not after money; well, I am, but not for this list. I’m also not going to list every frame or, as is blatantly obvious, the one you love.
I will try and only pick frames that have any kind of availability for the year. I’m also going to try to avoid bog standard Taiwan frames with an inflated price tag because of stickers.
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Classic or Progressive Tracklocross Frames
OK, as I build up towards my Best Tracklocross Frames of 2024, I’ve decided this year, I’m going to have two frame categories. Why? Well, mainly because I can, and I will go for it. There will be Classic and Progressive categories in the 2024 list, which I may even shove up on YouTube.
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mycelium cycles – A Tracklocross Bike Company
I have finally put my money where my mouth is and started to put together little parts kits to make your voyage into tracklocross that little bit easier. I don’t even want you to buy a new bike; if you have an early 90’s MTB, then you could be on an easy and cheap street to build your first tracklocross beast.
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Fiefdom Tracklocross 