I Hated Fixies So I Rode One For 30 Days

Si has been riding bikes for over 30 years but has always avoided the fixed-gear scene... Until now. For the last five weeks, he challenged himself to commute 120km a week on a fixie to see if it would improve his pedal stroke and fitness, or if the steep climbs would just ruin his legs. He dives into the data, his struggles with braking, and his essential tech advice from the experts at Park Tool and cycling legend Sid Barras.

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⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️
00:00 - I've Never Ridden A Fixie
03:08 - The Five Week Challenge Begins
05:11 - Day 1 Reality
07:51 - The Legs Are In Bits
10:04 - Is This Actually A Good Idea?
12:06 - Expert Advice From Park Tool
16:15 - Weeks 2 And 3
20:06 - Another Legend Lends A Hand
22:41 - A Much-Needed Gear Change
24:00 - Week 4
27:24 - The Final Verdict

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