Specialized Langster
Over the past 6 years, the Specialized Langster has probably converted more riders to the thrill of riding fixed than any other bike. As this Cycling Plus reviewer discovered, the Langster rewards you with an exciting stripped-down ride at an accessible price:
'Langster derives its name from its creator - in this case Specialized employee and US track champion, Dan Langley. Imagine taking a Specialized road frame, grinding off all surplus gear bosses and cable guides, replacing the road drop-outs with substantial track offerings, add carbon forks.... In essence you have the Langster. The Langster's handling is easily on a par with packages costing £150 more. From the first pedal stroke you're rewarded with punchy acceleration and quick, yet predictable handling. Five minutes into our first outing, the road became my playground as we skipped around the cat's eyes, upping the tempo still further as I left the main roads for the loneliness of the lanes where I could really set it free, flicking around the bends at thirty-plus mph. Town manners are just as good, allowing me to snatch the bike effortlessly away from opening car doors, snoozing pedestrians, potholes and broken glass in a heartbeat.'
bikeradar.com.
- Specialized A1 fully manipulated alloy frame and carbon fork keep the weight down and the excitement levels up.
- Track dropouts enable perfect chain tension in the absence of a derailleur.
- Specialized Body Geometry Riva saddle
- Specialized Espoir Sport 700x23 tyres w/ double BlackBelt puncture protection - same as you will find on Specialized Allezroad bikes - underline the Langster's speed potential.
- Fixed-fixed flip-flop hub.
- Nutted wheels - sensible for the city.
Road Bike Sizing Guide.
'With a sleek, minimalist aesthetic, and an A1 Premium Aluminium frame designed for raw speed, the Langster can tear up the track or tear through the city; with a two-sided, fix/fix hub for easy gearing change.'
Specialized.
