Aren't fixies illegal in most countries because of the frequent lack of two brakes? They are in Oz. Technically.
Confession - I think they are unpleasant machines and wasteful of rear tyres.Using a salvaged frame is often set off with brand new alloy rims costing hundreds. Not in the conservationist spirit.
I also overtake their young riders all the time on an old bike with gears, and I'm in my late 40s, so I really don't see the point.
One gear, dangerous, and hard to stop.
It must be cultural.
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