Fixed Gears in Japan

I am looking at lots of fixed gear bicycles in Japan this trip. It seems that this is all the rage over here. I have seen this one in a local shop and it seems changing the parts to trick them out and make them look unique is a bit deal. Lots of people seem to have cut down rider bars on them that are quite narrow. All in all this is a very cool thing to see and there seem to be a few less scooters around town (Tokyo).

I have not had a fixed gear bike in a long time but I am thinking that this would make a great commuter and around town bike for home. I may check this out a bit more once I return to the US.

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Tags: Bikes, Japan