Until this "fixie" thing happened, there was no "new generation". The Lance effect attracted a few 30 to 60 yr olds. The latest Bicycle Retailing had an article on demographics and it said that there are more 60+ riders than there are those under 30. That being the case, it's wonderful to see these youngsters riding bikes. Yeah, some ride without helmets, some without brakes, some also smoke and drink beer. But they are having fun, which is what bicycle riding is about.
Wes Oishi
SoundCycles
Los Angeles CA
USA