Furthermore, they are not painted over and thus removable. I have been riding single speeds for decades.
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I have to admit, when I first started riding mountain bikes, the was a little odd. We had come up with the idea to use different gear ratios to make going uphill easier and to maximize speed on the downhills. Why throw away this technology? Why make anything harder than it has to be? Why limit yourself to one gear when you could have a whole range of options? Yes, it was hard. Climbing really sucked sometimes. But a little part of me also became intrigued. One more ride and I was hooked. At that time of my life, I was fresh out of college, totally broke, with no money to buy a bike. Luckily, I was becoming part of a riding community who was happy to lend me mountain bikes to ride, so I rode whatever I could get my hands on, and oftentimes, they were singlespeeds. I loved the purity and simplicity, but when it came time to get a bike of my own, I opted for a 1×9 setup instead. Photo: Sarah Anne Wharton SAW Photography I got used to gears. In the back of my head, I knew I would be a singlespeeder at some point, but I kept putting it off, because I also knew that it would mean getting used to something new again, and probably feeling like I was starting back at square one. Now, three years later, I finally converted my steel 29er into a singlespeed, ready to put all the reasons not to ride one out of my head and instead embrace the reasons to do so. I do enjoy the clean look of a singlespeed. Usually, I just sit and spin my way to the top of the climb without much difficulty. Until I tried it with a 32×18 gear ratio. I found myself stopping halfway up to catch my breath and let my burning thighs recover. I was definitely humbled, but also excited for the new challenge that presented itself. Every now and then I feel like my mountain bike skills hit a plateau, and I need a new goal to jump-start that learning curve again. Which brings us to reason number two… 2. Luckily, as with anything difficult, the challenge of riding a singlespeed is not without gain. Only having one gear makes you a better rider in a variety of ways. The most obvious one is that it makes your legs stronger because you have to crank up hills in a much harder gear that you otherwise would. But it also makes you more efficient. Riding a singlespeed means that you need to plan ahead. You need to read the terrain, and decide preemptively to gain momentum to get up a steep rise. This might mean bombing down a hill or around turns faster than you would otherwise, ultimately making you more confident. One gear, fun gear. There are fewer things to break. A broken derailleaur puts a damper on any ride, and it can also be one of the more complicated issues to fix trailside. Eliminating that piece from the equation means eliminating the potential for that type of mechanical to happen. Yes, you have to work harder on a singlespeed, but the weight difference is definitely noticeable too, and I personally enjoy the snappy feel of a lighter rear end. Though derailleurs have gotten much better at tensioning, eliminating chain slap, and riding more quietly than they used to, a singlespeed still has them beat. Look ma, no derailleur! Photo: Sarah Anne Wharton SAW Photography While I certainly appreciate and take advantage of the technology that has become such an integral part of mountain biking, such as suspension, derailleurs, and dropper posts, I sometimes find myself getting overwhelmed by all the stuff—all the levers on the handlebars and cables going every which way. One of the things that I find most appealing about a singlespeed mountain bike is that it takes away yet another distraction. There are plenty of reasons and excuses to not ride a singlespeed, and for some people, having one as their only bike may be more limiting than not. But there are also a lot of reasons to ride one. I think everyone, even newer riders, should at least give it a fair try with an open mind. You might be surprised at how much fun it really is. Why or why not? Helena Kotala lives in rural central Pennsylvania, a hidden gem for mountain bikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. Consequently, those bloated tires and frigid temps have a special place in her heart. April 14, 2016 at 2:11 pm After breaking my frame on a full suspension 26er in 2010 I had always wanted to try a singlespeed. Found a Misfit Dissent 29er and have been completely hooked ever since. Love looking at the eye candy with all the latest technology and suspension but love the simplicity of my 29 SS. I tell everyone I have 3 gears — Sit, Stand, and Push. Mine is build up on a Kona Honzo steel frame. The all mountain leaning geometry makes it a blast to ride. The single speed definitely make you a better rider!
Why or why not. Yeah, I know, you can. Why make anything harder than it has to be. You can contact us via email, live chat or over the idea. Please note, deposits are non-refundable unless cancelled within 24hrs of placing the order. Egal, ob für den Kindertransport, Umzug oder Großeinkauf: Das BBF Miami ist bedingt durch seine Rahmenform extrem wendig und schnell zu fahren.