My Favorite Fixed Gear Brands (besides Wabi) | Q&A

[@GraceofGosh]

zach is gonna marry his wabi one of these days

[@dreyn7780]

You know, I've had a close look at all these bikes and they display terrible decoration style. The 200 dollar bike gets all It's ornament style perfect. The style is well thought out and its all across the 200 dollar bike. Young people should get a great bicycle if they buy into it and maintain it till they're able to understand it.

[@ZachGallardo]

Lo-fi fixed gear questions to relax and quarantine yourself to: 1. How many babes do you get with a cool fixed gear bike? 0:00 2. How's your trip going? 1:32 3. How do you find people in your area genuinely into cycling as well? 2:07 4. How does one organize a group ride? 2:51 5. Are 70's Reynolds steel road bikes better for fixed gear conversions than modern track bikes? 5:19 6. What are your favorite component brands? 7:48 7. Good steel frames (not Wabi)? 9:26 8. What is the best fixed gear you have? 10:58 9. Would you ever design your own components? Have brands ever reached out to you to collaborate for paint themes/starter kits? 11:04

[@boltiborbsheace2599]

Could you look at the filipino steel frame builder Ave Maldea which is the best builder in my opinion because you can just give him measurements and he can give you what you want

[@SamsungS-rz8hh]

*Looked at a lot of options for getting my **Latest.Bike** . Great find in SAVA. Super light, nice components, really good value as it comes with many options only found in much higher priced bikes.*

[@compulsoryevacuationdevice]

Loved your answer at the beginning. My parents met at the bike club in my town. So yes, biking is a tried and true method for dating, but not if you are just trying to show off your expensive bike. Case in point: my dad was riding a cheap trek 800. Although it soon thereafter it was upgraded to a custom Ritchey road bike, which was indeed a cool bike. And it is now my cool bike.

[@juanpalomo5532]

"How many babes do you get with a cool fixed gear?" Answer is: Guys. You get guys.

[@juanpalomo5532]

BeboSaab actually, your right about the old guys. I’ve only really gotten asked about my bike from old dudes. “So you can’t stop peddling?”

[@jonesparza2323]

1000,% tru

[@GermanGameAdviser]

blokes on blokes action

[@RobadobaChannel]

women are not aero 😤😤

[@p4blodiabl0]

As a Nitto and Thomson components user I totally agree with you: Nitto is the best. I had to replace every single bolt in my Thomson stems because they are made of butter, inconceivable in a brand that big

[@Beektorsf]

I’ve been riding my bareknuckle since 2008 and I’m still in LOVE with it.

[@katephillips2518]

I love his answer about the vintage bike. I have an early/Mid 80's hand made lugged steel Trek frame that I converted into a single speed. I cannot tell you how much I love this bike. They just don't make em like that anymore. This bike is also where I developed my love for steel frames. It's super slender and light weight and perfect for flying through / bouncing around the city.

[@joel3683]

Dayummm got me excited to do it this myself, I know this is a supremely late comment but if you see this could you tell me where to look for these old frames like the ones you mentioned or any in general?

[@wykaman]

Thanks for fielding my question @Zach

[@jewellmaster4746]

Awesome choice for #1 steel track frame! I recently bought an EAI/Toyo Godzilla frameset. It's gorgeous, and one of my favorites! Great #3 choice as well. I am getting a Surly Steamroller in Black as soon as they are back in stock.

[@bobdole8239]

New to fixies! What are your thoughts on the Throne Tracklord? Quality? Upgrades? Worth the money?

[@caduceus33]

Good advice on the attracting Babes question!

[@dodgethis9193]

Also Brothers cycles (38c and v brakes options), and Ribble Urban 725 (Reynolds frame and you can get miche wheelset and 45c tires!)

[@bamf6603]

5. Off-city big block 4. Soma Rush 3. Steam roller 2. break-break-17 low pro transport 1. E I Bear Nuckle

[@dreyn7780]

That big chain ring with the square cut outs is a really suffisticated design. To understand it you must see it in motion. In motion it seems to behave like a roll of movie film. It's playing the film of your bicycle riding life. It's a imaginative decoration style object. It's really clever design. Designs need to be viewed with the bicycle in motion.

[@greatestcait]

I'd love to see a video on the pros and cons of threaded vs threadless stems!

[@Ram-wp7fe]

HE BLESSED US AGAIN THIS WEEK

[@westonchristmas2645]

Just bought a bb17 Lo pro transfer

[@tommyvercetti6035]

I love my old olmo late 70s frame. Columbus tubing and it looks wicked cool!

[@Droskie83]

Definitely would be rad if you did a video on threaded vs Non threaded headsets, stems, etc.!

[@mattmolenart1810]

Sigh.... Thought I had narrowed my frames down until you introduced me to that breakbrake17 frame. Its gorgeous!

[@nayrdrumr]

“Roadies are mostly on Facebook *giggle” I found this to be way more funny than it should be.. it’s just so accurate

[@Kewonerdk]

Find this channel hilarious. Where I'm from, we are put on a bike, when we learn to walk, and then we stay on it for life. All this bullshit, about witch stem, seat post etc. Doesn't mean a damn thing, we don't care! RIDE IT IF IT FEELS. GOOD. Been riding fixedgear for 14, years now, on average 30 km. a day in the streets of Copenhagen, the city of bicycles. Right now I ride a dolan pre cursa, aero track, omnium crank, and 105 shimano breaks (kill me if you want to, but where I live, this is not a toy, but my daily transportation.) Good bless the bike culture in Copenhagen, its not a trend, but how we live!

[@GiZMOSOLiD]

Make that Special in purple happen! I'll buy two!

[@XxEVORxX]

You should do like a comparison of parts since you know so many people. For example I don’t know anyone with an fsa crank set or a miche pistard air so get a comparison of those with omniums or other bike parts! For those who can’t decide on what parts to put on their bikes or is an fsa crank is worth it !

[@victorsutpheniii3374]

I definitely want a Wabi Special. It would be nice to see a collaboration. Not too far from Denver and would like to make a visit after the pandemic is over.

[@ascentbikes]

Dude.. you didn't feature us? xD We're working hard, so that maybe one day we'll make it on that list. And hey, if you're looking at design, there could be some stuff that we could work out. On a personal note, though - Zach, you look stressed and tired. Is Taipei treating you well? If you go home, please stay safe. Take a break, perhaps. God knows you deserve one. Take care, and be safe. -QX Ascent Bikes

[@kokongjava]

Oh nooo 😂😂😂

[@charlesm.8807]

Ascent IKR.... Even after you sent Zach those wheels I love so much....

[@jesse3220]

THIS NEEDS UPVOTE IMMEDIATELY

[@lindzee924]

Shame on Zach...or maybe he was just "stressed and tired" or maybe.. if you are not named Wabi.......

[@ascentbikes]

@BeboSaab Yeah, our wheels are all individually hand built! We've taken steps to beef up the tension and evenness on the wheels since then. And even redid the decal design and application procedures in response to his feedback 😂

[@chris.graham]

Purple gloss, 853 Reynolds tubing, road like geometry? Put me down for one. Ready to order.

[@daveyponderosa9549]

853 Reynolds, many say it’s the pinnacle of steel tubes. My cross bike, LeMond Poprod was a phenomenal bike....until I sold it. ☹️

[@daveyponderosa9549]

@RollinRat 953 is STUNNING, it will also STUN your wallet too. 🤣🤷🏼‍♂️

[@daveyponderosa9549]

@RollinRat Ain’t that the truth buddy. I’m having a CUSTOM COLUMBUS MAX bike made for me this winter and I’m afraid of what it’s going to cost me after it’s completed. Hand cut lugs and a custom paint job....it’ll be worth more than my car. 🤣😭🤣😭 I’m not sure if I want to laugh or cry.

[@daveyponderosa9549]

@RollinRat BEAUTIFUL BUDDY...THAT IS AWESOMENESS. Now I’ll tell you this story. I was a licensed welder, stick, mug, flux and tig certified. I owned my own very small business. I shared space with a machinist, who was also a elite level road racer too. He does a lot of work doing....whatever pays the bills. That said, he does very small volume custom bike builds. I own my own mill and use his lathes from time to time as well. I do some work for him and he does some work for me. He’s shown me some brazing, sadly I still splatter a bit of brass or silver. Still getting a feel for it. Lol I too love the trails. Covid has kicked the tar out of my wallet recently so I’ve had to sell off some of my bikes. IE my cross bike and my hard tail XC. That was a bummer. Regretted it as soon as the cash was in my hand. Lol I have my fixed gear all rounder for work on the roads, winter riding etc etc. My road bike is a slack Reynolds 653 tig welded rig. I’ll be converting it into a Randonneur style bike, I’ll be brazing on the bosses for fenders, rack, pump and what not myself. My first attempt at doing non mechanical bike work. It’s such a comfortable bike that I can literally put a pin on a map and ride there. I’ll keep it until I can no longer pedal and require 4 cylinders for transportation. My buddy is building me a steep aggressive road racing bike out of the MAX Tubes. Eddy Merckx said it was some of the best steel to use. I’ll definitely take his word for it. Lol I will be building my own bike later this year too. The m thinking something similar to you too. A cross between a MONSTER CROSS/XC go anywhere type of bike. Hard tail of course. I’m so not prepared to attempt a full suspension rig anytime soon. And I’m going to do it with Reynolds 853. I can’t wait! I too would like to build some bikes. Not for sale to the public, more for close friends and family. I happen to love all bikes and all environments to ride them in. Actually just put down a deposit on a new track bike on Saturday. Getting myself my DREAM TRACK BIKE PINARELLO X TRACK for some Masters Level Broken Down Skinny Fat Guy Division racing. Ha Good on you Sir, you sound like my kind of people. I’d most definitely hoist a pint....or 3 with you to just chat bikes and tools buddy. Good luck to you. May you fulfill your dreams man. All the best. Stay safe during this time of Global Covid Craziness. Peace Dave from Toronto

[@dodgethis9193]

Recommend older frames for first time builds just for skills ans knowledge youll Gain, first proper fixed gear was 1984 Raleigh Quasar which had Reynolds elliptical tubing and had some decent Sella and suntour parts on it already. Plus you can make some money selling the old parts on the ebay. I would say to look around late70s/early80s as standards start to fit into modern and easy to source parts such as 25.4/27.2mm seatposts, 68BSA BBs and also better brakes fitted. Id be more cautious of 60s and and 70s frames as some of them are products of the English/French cycling booms and have some awfully hard to source proprietary sizes for parts and sometimes (such as a Triumph 3 speed I had which had some weird Raleigh TPI shell which made changing the cottered cranks expensive Once you've decided fixed is your thing look for decent fixed producers but you don't have to look for track! Tracklocross is so hot right now

[@JEPAT22]

Yo Zach, I love that clip at 1:08 from Confluence Park. I live like ten minutes away from there.

[@ZachGallardo]

That clip is courtesy of Wabi who are based in Denver. Say hi to them for me if you get the chance.

[@jamessteggles6579]

I'm sorry but I seriously thought that you were going to say "I like wabi cycles because they pay me to do these videos" :) just kidding dude I love your videos and it's nice to have a cycling vlogger who isnt all lycra and strava times!!!

[@ejj9956]

Anyone have experience with state black label v2? Looking to spend around 800-900 and that bike plus a saddle+tire upgrade seems to be my best option but never actually rode one before. Great video by the way!

[@alexconstas9634]

What did you end up with? Was thinking of going black label v2 w/omnium crankset, new wheels + tires, and saddle. I bought a wabi classic last week instead. Hope it’s worth!

[@NickKaboom]

Did you ever do the comparison between Nitto and Thomson?

[@daveyponderosa9549]

Both brands are awesomeness. I have both on my 2 bikes. My 3rd bike is all 3T.

[@beaudanner]

I got my shirt but still hoping to get that reasonably dangerous sticker. Where's your merch store?

[@yusukemaruo9745]

11:55 I would buy a purple Wabi Classic frame in a heartbeat

[@ImHereForYourArtStream]

I would definitely buy another Wabi Special. Especially a Zach Wabi Special Edition.

[@event4216]

He's literally offering to make Wabi Special Zack Ed. in a nightshade color.

[@JoshuaStone]

I’d buy a Zach Gallardo Wabi!!!

[@foulninjaplayz5297]

3:56 how am suprised its actually accurate and im guilty about it xD

[@ModifiedNmax]

My Norco Monshee touring bike frame set was just given to me 🤣🤣 so yeah.

[@RudiElias86]

I just got myself a Wabi. And I would get another if it was in "Reasonably Dangerous Purple" :)

[@BruceChastain]

soon I'll be moving and I'm starting to think about how to meet some people in the area. I was thinking of looking for races or rides on strava and facebook. I'm also going to stop in a local shop I've found, they seem to be pretty active on social media.

[@jamesconway3620]

My bike is a full fledged road carbon, is it possible to still make a nice fixie? From Brazil enjoying your channel.

[@shravanshenoy1477]

Quill stems, yes, a video on that

[@gabsantiago7676]

Hey Zach, we have a local frame builder here in the Philippines called Ave Maldea and he uses Hi-Tensile and Chromoly steel. I just want to ask if Hi-Tensile frame is a good steel material for a fixed gear bike?

[@ascentbikes]

It'll do. High tensile steel is one of the weaker steels, meaning that a builder will need to use more if it for the same strength. Your frame will be heavier compared to cromoly as a result. However, IT IS STILL RIDEABLE! And most of the time, the weight of the frame can be compensated by other components.

[@randallsmith7885]

What are the beautiful drilled brake levers on your yellow Wabi in the vid?

[@GordonMoat]

Seeing the BrakeBrake triple triangle, while I have a Tribe Bikes (also out of business) triple triangle, makes me wonder if any triple triangle bikes are still being made?

[@ZachGallardo]

There's some smaller builders like Vendetta that still make triple triangles. Otherwise, they seem to be a niche and polarizing design that people either love or hate.

[@logannevetsen8089]

whats the chainring on the thumbnail? With the sugino 75's

[@ZachGallardo]

AARN 144# 49 tooth

[@Robertmehlig]

What are those brake levers?

[@jacobmandry2000]

Thoughts on the 2020 bianchi Nero fixie??

[@caduceus33]

Zach, when you talk about a signature bicycle from Wabi, do you mean it would have your signature on it?

[@roguecode2354]

I don't get why bike companies do not offer more colors. Does not seem like that big of a deal but it really is a big part of choosing what you ride. I agree purple is a really cool color on a bike, also my choice but not the entire thing more like the main color with other combinations.

[@ascentbikes]

This, I can answer. Boils down to production runs and order quantities. Most bike companies, like my own, aren't as big as the mainstream brands like Trek or Giant. This is especially true for fixed gear, which is a niche. Usually, each paint color requires a minimum order quantity, and the more colours there are, the more frames a brand will need to order, as most factories aren't gonna drop their normal orders to help you make 10 purples. So, you're gonna have a huge order, which involves capital that most smaller brands can't afford to commit to.

[@roguecode2354]

@@ascentbikes That is understandable but I see this with even big brands and other things besides bikes too. I looked at the Wabi classic and it only came in 2 colors from what I can tell. Looked at a DosNoventa Detroit and it was only in pink. People will also wait for custom orders if it means they will get exactly what they are looking for then you can charge a "custom" fee. Same goes for parts, some companies have a variety of anodized aluminum parts that help accent things nicely, so they get the sale instead of the basic colors.

[@dw8730]

I'm kind of a watch collector? And was just interested in the watch you're wearing Zach. What is the brand?

[@sonnypunani6969]

Looks like a seiko SNK series from the 4'o clock crown position

[@paullacey2999]

Looks like Casio Wabishock...

[@sidestyle05]

@Zack Gallardo: What do you think of the Fyxation Pixel as a beginner single/fix gear?

[@fnscaa]

A Zach signature wabi got my money 👀

[@CMWS47]

Please explain your view on Thomson and Nitto

[@bopis123]

would love to hear the explanation too

[@mj897]

Nitto..is much classic in design and sizing...Thomson suitsmodern aluminium frame such as finely mash.... nitto for steel..esp lugged japanese njs

[@chiroxxxrt]

Are fuji track 2018 bikes good ?

[@joerioux6983]

Question 1.... Seriously? Great answer, though... 000!!!!

[@empi1972gtv]

Help me pick a frame! Lugged, drilled fork, clearance for 32's and not to worry about pedal/wheel overlap. Does this even exist??

[@ZachGallardo]

The Wabi Special I ride on the daily is all of those things.

[@empi1972gtv]

@@ZachGallardo That bike really needs some accents. What's the point of a lugged frame if the lugs are covered in the same paint as the rest of the bike?! That frame could be really beautiful if they highlighted it a bit.

[@Yes-ml4bw]

Wabi pays "close attention" Lol.

[@15buggie]

No joke

[@chillridesjohn]

So this video is the reason why there's a purple wabi!

[@psychoaiko666]

If you see a problem in the fixed gear world If you see a need in the fixed gear world If no one else can help You can call the Zach-team 🎼TA TA TAA TATA TAA🎵🎶

[@TipsyJellyHead]

Hi, Zach. Can you give me a recommendation for the best triple triangle frame with specs closest to wabi in quality and features?

[@mikehermesmeglio]

Are Cinelli any good?

[@SimplicityForGood]

How much is the shipping of Wabi bikes to Scandinavia!? Anyone that know!? Thanks

[@bernardoikari4442]

I do

[@charlescamua6928]

Hey zach try to look The Project brands from philippines thats the beast brand here for fixed gear user

[@niknoscs5128]

best frame brand for me ave maldea frames

[@oskarkakolewski5930]

could you barspin on a wabi frame with the standard fork ?

[@ZachGallardo]

Nope.

[@ShredST]

oh hey i also had to cancel my trip to japan

[@JinNoh-bj5cf]

How much retakes do you do on the intro?

[@leeminho.4601]

Lovely!

[@nadhiagurrola491]

I love purple bikes. My Lord.

[@adamlynch9153]

I still like fixed gears either way ;)

[@mattriney6072]

I'll sign up right now for a signature purple Wabi bike! Also, would love to see a segment on threaded vs threadless stems.

[@beofux3356]

good luck with your broad hint 🤞😄

[@andris2345]

No nature boy in the list?

[@ZachGallardo]

While I loved my Nature Boy, the other options slightly beat it out. The front end geometry wasn't as aggressive as I'd like for street use. Definitely a great option if you ride off road 50% or more of the time.

[@andris2345]

@@ZachGallardo I see, thanks for the reply!

[@statement5792]

Ok we get it u like Wabi. Can we do a count of how many times you say Wabi in a video. Lol

[@death2pc]

What framesets, if any, are made in the USA or Europe................?? I can live with Taiwan. Wabi are out of Taiwan.

[@sporqfoon5989]

ID 2020 Alliance = Mark of the Beast

[@jamesowen418]

A Wabi "Gallardo Special" would be awesome! With the Reasonably Dangerous decals on it somewhere 👍

[@brrrskrr9587]

how about a wabi brexit edition .

[@wltsas1622]

Hello gang! Looking for some rear wheel cog recommendations? Anyone got anything juicy? Only heard of dura ace so far.

[@johnnyboy1586]

Can't understand why you would ride without gears.were I live there's a lot of hills

[@peterbaskind9872]

Is NOW the right time to be contemplating group rides?

[@ascentbikes]

Definitely. It's something to look forward to, and during such a time that's something we could all do with. Plan now, execute later.

[@DaMelloKittyy]

can you please name your Wabi bike "Reasonably Dangerous"

[@paullacey2999]

I would like A Zack Wabi yellow Wabi purple Wabi special Wabi I wont plug them to death Wabi edition.....

[@kuinanatsukawa1249]

many footage of Taiwanese street

[@rockdamic]

Is he on the Wabi payroll?

[@farmerfren]

you should change your name to wabi wallardo

[@x._.xxiang8495]

can buy me a dosnoventa bike please i beg u

[@lovenottheworld5723]

You said 'the ride has a clearly divine purpose'. You meant 'divine' as in it being God's will I assume. Sounds good. You wouldn't have meant 'defined purpose'. That wouldn't be as good as it being from above.

[@jasondaniels205]

I am disgusted that the guy wants to get babes from riding fixed😑

[@wesavedisian3083]

mans doesnt know about brooklyn machine works

[@bamf6603]

if you want to get babes get a motorcycle instead.

[@grapeslance]

Life is short but why is your forehead shorter

[@derb7462]

Two points 1. Your haircut is a mess 2. The brown hoods on your brakes don't fit imo