Fixed Gear Learning Curve

[Dogtrousers]

fixed just needed in my mind a bit more thought and concentration.

That rings a bell. I feel like a bit more of a beginner when riding fixed and have to do a bit more forward planning. I'm quite enjoying that aspect.

I'm still not bold enough to deal with certain known difficult junctions yet because I'm not convinced I'll have the acceleration I want, when I want it, or that my feet will be correctly positioned. I guess that will come with practice and confidence.

 

[Big John]

Since I retired and have ample time to ride the bike I ride with gears because the rides are much longer now and as a result there are always a few decent hills on the routes. When I was working I'd go out at night for an hour or so on a relatively flat route and eventually ended up riding fixed because the whole set up is much simpler...no gears to mess with, easier to clean, etc. I got to love it. I felt a real connection with the bike and everything was just super smooth. Had a few 'fixed' moments where I'd freewheel by accident and even had the chain come off once but despite these minor traumas the whole fixed experience was terrific. I'd recommend it to any keen cyclist.