Guardian article: Fixed-gear rider or granny-bike dawdler: who will win the race?

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"Glance around during rush hour and you'll spot all manner of bike riders: dawdlers in suits and dresses, racers in revealing Lycra and simplicity-craving single speeders. These are just some of the cycling "tribes" that can be identified by simple clues such as their choice of bike, wardrobe and riding style.

Just like Galápagos finches, they have evolved to fill different niches based on their needs. How far is the commute, what needs to be carried and are there showers at work? And of course, fashion plays a large part, too.

Unlike natural selection, though, we have a choice over which species to become. But have I made the best choice, or are my wheels just stuck in a rut? I decided to find out by mocking up an average commute and holding a "tribal commuter race", to see who could get from door to desk quickest."

Full article here.

Chips Lovell

Fixed-gear rider seized this opportunity to extend the lead, hopping red lights as he went.

Typical

t0mm

It doesn't matter if I waste time after in the shower, the important thing is I won.:cool: