i just recently acquired an used black mercier fixed bike. heck there's not even a brake on it! just pedal away and i'd have to slow/stop by back-pedaling, and it's pretty arduous effort especially in this hilly san francisco. eventually, i have to learn all the 'flat' streets around here! but i'm enjoying this ride for the past 2 days and i don't even know if i want to add brakes to this beautiful bike.

i'll post some pictures of my recent purchase real soon. also, yesterday, i did buy a vintage bianchi touring bike! i guess i wanted to get a free-wheel bike in case i have to use hills.