Single Speed

Thinking of switching to single-speed?

For two reasons, single-speed and fixed-gear bicycles produce less drag on the drivetrain and better chain tension compared to multi-gear bikes:

• no derailleur mechanism drag vs. multi-speed bicycles
• chainring and cog has no ramps and pins

Mountain bicycles, road bicycles, cyclocross bicycles, and hybrid bicycles can be made as or changed into single-speed. Single speeds designed for trail riding ("single-speed mountain bike"), have a relatively low, or "easy", gear ratio. Single speed bicycles designed for road riding have higher, or "faster", gear ratio.

Questions? We understand. Whether you are just thinking about going single-speed, or you are an advanced single-speed bicycle enthusiast with highly technical questions or needs, just call or stop in - we are here to help!

Single-speed completes we stock: IRO, Jamis, KHS, and Redline.

Single-speed customs: We will revert your multi-speed to single-speed, or build a custom single speed bicycle from the ground up, or using any combination of parts you bring in. Also, any of our complete track bikes can be converted to single-speed bicycle for around $70.

We stock single-speed bicycle frame sets, parts, and wheels by F.G.

We stock single-speed bicycle chain tensioners by Paul, Pyramid, Surly, Shimano and others.