Best fixed gear bikes according to redditors

Thanks! It’s just released!

Talked to Schwinn about the release date (it was advertised as coming soon since December) and they said they’re only selling it through Amazon:

Captain Marvel Schwinn

I purchased mine last month and it just came in today! You have to assemble it but it was super easy.

Ah, that's true of some fixies, but not all. I think that's a $200 Amazon Special. Since it can be converted between a fixed gear single speed and a freewheel single speed, it has brakes. I can't tell how it is operating currently, however.

Hey Friend- ordered a Vilano by accident off of Amazon.com not two weeks ago. If you're curious and want to try it- you can get this for 200 bucks free shipping: Vilano Track Bike

However, it was way more work than I wanted. The brakes were scary- the wheels weren't quite aligned, and the lockring was free spinning out of the box. All in all, for the money, it was a bike, I did ride it, it got me places.

After about a week of dealing with its issues- I got sick of it. The wheels had been ever so slightly out of alignment when I ordered it- so Amazon, God bless it, returned it free of charge. Hell, they even paid for UPS to pick it up at my house. Did I mention I live in Hawaii?

If you're like me and just getting into it- I don't recommend it. I DID learn a ton about how a fixed gear functions from working on it. In the end I settled on a Kona Paddywagon from an LBS. Expensive? Unfortunately yes, but, as I learned the hard way, that extra cash results in a dramatically different ride.

Good luck on your decision.

Retrospec Harper Single-Speed Fixed Gear Urban Commuter Bike

Probably less love than you'd think . It was most likely cheaper than Ubering back and forth to the music festival, so I'm guessing it lives there now.

This one looks better to me https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VQR300I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_czIIxbE9VBBRH

This one looks pretty good, and is in your budget. Going over the reviews, it seems like it would be a decent starter bike/more or less of what you are looking for.

http://www.amazon.com/Thruster-700C-Urban-Fixie-Black/dp/B00GWWEZDS Almost exactly like this one, but mine was white and blue and I changed the handlebar into a u shaped one. It is not "expensive" per say but I feel like it definitely was worth a lot to me.

Amazon! I got a black non branded single speed road bike delivered within 22 hours and cost me $214 after taxes with Amazon Prime free shipping.

Here is the one I picked up, the price has gone up since... I guess I got it on deal but there are many other options

My Bike

Sample option

My Roommate also purchased his on Amazon, he has the Tan colour option

Good Luck!


edit: I used this website to figure out my frame size and it was a perfect fit

New to the this sub. I'm sure this is a super common first post question: What is the best quality commuter bike for me?

My commute is about 5 miles M-F. Budget is ~$250

Was looking at this Amazon commuter or this aluminum bike .

Reviews were mixed. Willing to upgrade parts, would love some suggestions/help.

Thank you!

Yeah, you can get a lot of single speed for 600 CAD but its aluminum so maybe with the light weight (1 kg lighter than chro moly bikes with similar spec.) they feel that its worth a premium. Amazon has State chroimoly bikes for under $500. ( https://www.amazon.ca/State-Bicycle-Co-4130-Core/dp/B07CNCLVJ3/ref=pd_sbs_468_t_0/136-5702379-6117717?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B079TMBSW7&pd_rd_r=689f242e-e18c-471c-9362-643e1a4aa9ad&pd_rd_w=mDAvZ&pd_rd_wg=ZEL6A&pf_rd_p=9926bb69-42b9-46e4-b788-f665992e326d&pf_rd_r=W9046VVMNMG9RKA1HH6K&refRID=W9046VVMNMG9RKA1HH6K&th=1&psc=1 )

It says "No Brand" on Amazon but I think I remember seeing Vilano somewhere.
http://www.amazon.com/TRACK-FIXED-FIXIE-SINGLE-SPEED/dp/B004WA8ZSI/

From my own personal experience, I've had this Vilano and it's been running excellent for me since last December. Get some foot retention and you're ok to ride. People talk shit about bikes in this price range, but not everyone has a $2k budget to drop on a whim. And while buying a used bike can be beneficial because you get a "better bike" for the same price, if you don't know what to look for when buying it, it can very quickly become a deathtrap.

Do you think its the same frame as the Takara Kabuto?

crap... shoulda bought this one instead:

https://www.amazon.com/SXL-Expressway-Aluminum-Urban-Single/dp/B07DD4NCZF?th=1

Cinelli Tipo Pista vs State Black Label

Ive done a lot of cycling, from BMX and MTB to Road Cycling, and its now time to get my first fixie.

I found that the Cinelli Tipo Pista has dropped in price significantly since its debut, 630$ for some colors: https://www.amazon.com/Cinelli-Pista-Bicycle-Touch-Medium/dp/B07FZQLBCW/ref=sr_1_52?keywords=fixed%2Bgear%2Bbike&qid=1559065900&rnid=2470954011&s=gateway&sr=8-52&th=1&psc=1 ($630)

Now its price is comparable to the state bike black label: https://www.amazon.com/State-Bicycle-Black-Label-Aluminum/dp/B07612WQF9?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_6948460011&th=1&psc=1 ($630-$660)

Which one would you recommend and why?

Edit: If it matters, I plan on using this bike to commute to work and school, so mostly for street. I like to go fast, and do a few tricks here and there (that comes from my BMX/MTB heritage)

Is your campus flat or hilly? If flat, lots of ok steel fixies on Amazon for under $200. Otherwise, bikesdirect isn't a bad option if a local bike shop doesn't stock used models.

Ok ~$200 steel fixies on Amazon (find the right size for your height):

RALEIGH Bikes Back Alley, Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PLGFYS/

Retrospec Critical Cycles Harper Single-Speed Fixed Gear Urban Commuter Bike;, White & Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078981N29

6KU Track Fixed Gear Bicycle, White/Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018NVRFIC/

Schwinn Kedzie Single-Speed Fixie Bike, Featuring 58cm/Large Steel Stand-Over Frame with 700c Wheels and Flip-Flop Hub, Perfect for Urban Commuting and City Riding, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GZSMBW0/

Not answering your question, but the reason all your hyperlinks aren't hyperlinks is that you've included the page title in each one. What you need to do is have the [hard brackets] as you did, that was correct, but in the (parentheses), you start immediately at the http://, so it'll looks like this while you're editing and will display correctly as bike once you've submitted.

If you don’t mind ordering online, I bought this bike from Amazon for $179 on Prime Day (usually $199) and it’s been fantastic for commuting and exercise. I prefer not having gears to bother shifting through and the bike is pretty fast. Weights nothing and is easy for me to carry up stairs every day. Maintenance is low with no gears as well.

Link:

Retrospec Harper Single-Speed Fixed Gear Urban Commuter Bike https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBR5SC3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SdGsDbGBYWBRN

And to help with size reference if you’re looking to order, I’m 6’2, 210lbs and the 57cm/L model was perfect for me.

https://i.imgur.com/v1zFXAF.jpg

This is good advice. I bought a bike from amazon Link back in april. I rode it a few times, it was clunky and heavy, and after riding 16 miles I was tired and knew I wanted more. Right away I knew I wanted a road bike and just last thursday I bought a used Trek 5.2, moving from all steel to carbon fiber was a massive change, I love my new bike.

But I also recommend spending time with your bike fixing it how you want. I put a new seat on the takara, I took off the stickers, I broke and fixed it trying to improve some things, I learned a good bit even though I hardly rode it.

womp womp Been riding this fixed with only the front brake for a few months. http://www.amazon.com/Takara-Kabuto-Single-Speed-Road/dp/B004W8LG1S Might as well be a toy compared to the Secteur.

I was thinking about this, from amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Takara-Kabuto-Single-Speed-Road/dp/B004W8LG1S/ref=cm_cd_ql_qh_dp_t

Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WA685K/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1426824138&sr=8-2&keywords=single+speed+bike&pi=AC_SX200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=41byeB7%2BLZL&ref=plSrch

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I bought this one last summer. http://www.amazon.com/TRACK-FIXED-FIXIE-SINGLE-SPEED/dp/B004WA685K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426106179&sr=8-1&keywords=fixed+gear+bike And it's basically what you'd expect for 200 bucks. The brakes are kinda shitty, seat is okay, pedals are cheap, but overall a solid bike to beat the shit out of without worrying if it would get stolen. I did have a slight issue with the rear tire leaving the rim a couple times, but that stopped after putting it back in a couple times.

It's a vilano bike. Only thing custom on this is the wheels and sprocket.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WA685K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

they have a mounting hole? I'm not sure if we're talking about the same bike: http://www.amazon.com/TRACK-FIXED-FIXIE-SINGLE-SPEED/dp/B004WA8YQ6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407971168&sr=8-2&keywords=vilano+single+speed

the one that looks like a road bike is what I have (drop handle bars). If it's still the same bike that is awesome news!!

Hi r/FixedGearBicycle!

As the title suggests, I'm looking to buy my first Single Speed / Fixie bike and would greatly appreciate your recommendations. Additional info to help with your recommendations:

• Main use-case is to bike to work sometimes (9KM round-trip), and light rides (errands, friend's house, etc). I have a Specialized Allez Comp 105 that I use for long rides.
  
• I'm a Fixie / overall Bike Noob. I had a Single Speed I used to ride as my commuter bike, but it unfortunately got stolen hence why I'm looking to purchase. If interested, it was my fault... I left it outside during a storm for like 2 hours and they used a power tool to cut right though my lock :/
  
• Aesthetics is a bonus, but I'm more interested in quality. More specifically, I'd like a bike that is fast, lightweight, and won't break down on me after a few months
  
• Budget isn't an issue, but I'd like to spend less than $800 if possible. I wouldn't mind investing in a good frame and then slowly making upgrades (wheels, etc). I'll have to lock the bike up in downtown Toronto at times, hence why I don't want to spend too much in the event it gets stolen again.
  
• I'm in Canada, so I guess that limits my selection. However, I'm willing to buy from the US and pay duties if needed. However if any recommendations are for bikes I can easily buy from Canada, that's definitely a bonus!
  
• I almost pulled the trigger on the 6KU Urban Track Bike, however I didn't because of the reddit threads I've seen here. Are the new Urban Track Bikes from 6KU that bad?
  
• I never built a bike before (used to take my bike to the shop all the time). However, I feel like ordering and building a Fixie is a great way to get started!
  
  Happy to share more details if needed.
  
  Thanks everyone!

You could look into fixie bikes, I'm actually about to purchase this exact model in matte black. In general the reviews seem to indicate its of decent quality.

http://www.amazon.com/Critical-Cycles-Fixed-Single-Speed/dp/B0085HTX2Q/

How about this?

I'm looking at getting a new road bike. What do we think of this one?

https://www.amazon.com/Critical-Cycles-Classic-Fixed-Gear-Single-Speed/dp/B00FTXQORG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

This bike is your best bet:

http://www.amazon.com/Thruster-700C-Urban-Fixie-Black/dp/B00GWWEZDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1414620491&sr=8-1&keywords=thruster

My bike? It's a giocordano rapido: http://www.amazon.com/Giordano-Rapido-Single-Speed-Road/dp/B004V36JR0

It was a Schwinn similar to this one. I wasn't going to buy it, I just wanted to test out the size.

Those on this bike...
http://www.amazon.com/TRACK-FIXED-FIXIE-SINGLE-SPEED/dp/B004WA685K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1411693268&sr=8-2&keywords=vilano+single+speed

that is the Giordano Rapido.
http://www.amazon.com/Giordano-Rapido-Single-Speed-Road/dp/B004V36JR0

I know because I just got one. I removed the stickers and it looks just like this. I love this frame because it is so clean and durable.