Track bike barspinners rejoice, the Master Chopstick 700c forks are restocked! Available in the classic brakeless option but now also available in a brand new v-brake option.
Specs:
Grab one on the Master site HERE!
New Vigorous frames are on the horizon and available for pre-order in all kinds of sizes! For the first time in nearly 10 years, a company is now offering different sizes for their 26″ and 29″ frames.
You have 4 options for this drop: 26″ small, 26″ large, 29″ small, and 29″ large, a little bit for everybody. The frames are going for €999 (down payment is €350) and the lead time is about 3 months. Available in 3 colors: metallic raw with purple decals, Team Issue (black + raw fade) with white + orange decals, and nardo grey + white fade with chrome decals.
Specs:
Seattube size:
29″ Small – 39cm
29″ Large – 42cm
26″ Small – 36cm
26″ Large – 39cm
Toptube size:
29″ Small – 57.5cm
29″ Large – 59cm
26″ Small – 56cm
26″ Large – 57.5cm
– 4130 chromoly tubing
– 2.3″ tire clearance
– Integrated BMX headset
– 74° seattube angle
– 14x120mm hubspacing
– 25.4mm seatpost
– Mid BB
– Brake mounts (+ €75,-)
Frames are available for pre order on the Fixated website here!
I never would have thought I’d be saying the words “Sadio” and “2026” in the same sentence. Today on Facebook Sadio just announced that they’ll be hitting the market with some new parts for 2026 (It’s from the official Sadio Facebook that hasn’t posted since 2012, so you know it’s legit). They’re bringing to the table a revamp of the classic Sadio 420 bars called the Sadio Reborn 420 bars, and a revamp of their classic Viper rims now called the Vamper rims.
The new bars are coming in at a shockingly low rise for 2026 at just 4.8″ with a Brokeboyz style 4 piece bar setup. Even though the standard these days is 6″ and up, I don’t think this is actually a bad thing. With the rise of Trick Track and 700c FGFS bikes, there’s a need for more low bar options IMO. Tall bars make bigger bikes feel kind of weird so this might end up being a good option for you 700c / Trick Track lot.
The new rims are a different style from their predecessor coming in with an MTX deep v rim style rather than their original boxy design. They’re going to only be available in 26″ and come in at a weight of 690g, making it a lightweight option compared to some others on the market.
Sadio built a huge legacy during the time they were active from 2010 – 2014, so I have faith that these will be quality parts. I hear they’re even looking to sponsor some riders, so that’s also a good sign that they’re here to support things rather than just take from the scene. Sadio’s branding has always been my favorite part about the company and I think the layouts of these promos alone make me wanna get their stuff in hand.
I haven’t seen any info on when and where these will be available for purchase. They don’t even have an instagram page, so I’ll be keeping an eye on their Facebook for updates and posting it here.
Jackson gives us the low down on chainrings for your fixie bikes!
We’ve got a very special bike check on the blog today. For starters, Kyle Kelley is a legend in the Fixed Gear and cycling community. From the Trackosaurusrex blog to Golden Saddle Cyclery to the current Allez LA shop, Kyle has played such a big role in promoting and shaping cycling culture in LA and beyond. That being said, Kyle had a custom bike made by another Fixed Gear legend by the name of Tom La Marche with Lamarche Bike Co.
Kyle has lots to say about this bike, so I’ll let him take it from here. Full gallery and writeup after the jump!
Recently I built up a fresh Ruff Glimmer frame in a rare color choice for me… black! Although the only reason I did this was because they were sold out of raw at the time, I ended up being really happy with how the build turned out. I’ve had a black Ruff before but wasn’t in love with how that bike looked. Why do I like my black build now though?
I think the black fork, proto bars, and chrome details are really helping me love my current bike. Full rundown after the jump!
FOAD recently dropped their new clothing collection featuring 3 versions of a similar design: streets, hills, and dirt. Two of the hoodies are sold out already but the rest is there so snag a discipline of your choice while you can here!
I also regret to inform you that Jackson has been decapitated. Rip dude
I’ve been hearing whispers of Tracko reviving the Congoloid bar but wasn’t sure when it would actually come to fruition!! Sure enough he made it happen through BTCHN’ bikes, a California made bike company.
The bars are up to spec to match the world famous Congoloid handlebars, the only difference being where the bend actually starts on the bar and them likely being way stronger. The bars are pricey at $170, but remember that you get what you pay for. Here’s what Tracko had to say about the bars:
“Many months ago, someone asked me if I was holding any Resist Congoloid Bars. I thought to myself, I don’t, but I bet I can get them made. I first hit JBall up to see if he had the specs on the originals, and of course he did. Then I hit Tyler at BTCHN’ Bikes up to see if he’d bend them up for us, and he was totally down!
Introducing the Loid BTCHN’ Handlebar!!!
Made in CALIFORNIA by BTCHN’ Bikes!!!
*Clamp: 22.2
*Rise: 3.5″
*Width: 28″
*Backsweep: 9º
*Up Sweep: 2º
* Width 800(Can be cut to any length you desire)
**This is a PRESALE for these bars. They will be up for 1 week starting today. Then I will deliver the number sold to BTCHN’ Bikes, and we’ll be looking at 3 weeks till we can ship! A lot shorter period of time than checking eBay for Congoloid Bars until one pair pops up and everyone is fighting over them.”
Check out the pre order page here!
Ruff just released a small run of their new Good Enough sprocket, a successor to the CSK guard sprocket. The sprocket comes in 28t and requires a profile universal splined adapter. The packaging is handmade and you can pick one up for $85 on the Ruff website here!
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