Could this be the answer to riding a fixed-gear bike with (horror!) flip-flops? I have been “palping” a fixed for a few months now but in the summer heat, the need for regular shoes to fit in the toe-clips keeps me on my Dutch city bike where I can cruise in a pair of Havaianas.

These new toes straps from Hold Fast might be the answer. They’re shaped toe-straps which, due to some stiffness and a conical shape mean they don’t need a metal cage to hold them open for easy entry. They’re also a lot wider than many standard straps so the pressure on a bare foot-top should be a lot less.

And before you haters hit the comments — my fixed has a front brake, which I use all the time. So no, riding fixed in sandals or flip-flops isn’t suicidal.

The Hold Fast straps are mail order only, and can be gotten from the makers Jeremiah and Rob, based in Brooklyn, for $55 a pair.

Product page [Hold Fast via Prolly]
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