I don't get why people DON'T normally use quick release on their rear track or fixed gear hub. Is it just tradition and preference at this point, or is there a practical reason? Thanks. -Steve
It works but you have to check it frequently. Dont even try to do anything skid related. I had a skewer on my fixie but it slipped a tiny bit.(scary) you can replace the hallow axlw with a solid very easily if you pirate an old set of wheels from and old bike and steal the axle. threads are the same
I've got bolts on my trackie and even that is not enough pressure to stop it from slipping. I've ground down a small nut and placed it in between the axle and the frame dropout to stop it slipping.
It's a bit 'bush mechanic' but it works a treat. I'll just grind up another size nut if I change the gearing.
The nut idea is genious, beats buying a tensioner. If done right a QR can be up to task, but I just run solid axles on my SS after slipping a bit to much. Scary is right. There are ways out there to do it but running a threaded axle is easier, at least to me. Plus the nostalgic look to, I guess.
The nut idea is genious, beats buying a tensioner. If done right a QR can be up to task, but I just run solid axles on my SS after slipping a bit to much. Scary is right. There are ways out there to do it but running a threaded axle is easier, at least to me. Plus the nostalgic look to, I guess.
Although if you take your singlespeed on the road you'll need a shifter. I have to take a heavy adjustable one . It needs to be long enough to get enough torque on the nuts. Adjustable because my front and rear nuts are different sizes!!