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@Dylan
Just sorted my bike out to go fixed and went for my 1st time fixed ride.
Passing through St Johns Wood (nice quiet streets) i probably looked like a right tit as the bike buckarooed me everytime i tried to stop. I automatically forget the absence of freewheel...
Have to say tho, after 15 mins, i kinda got used to it and i'm enjoying it cos you have to think in "circles" with your legs always.
I'm riding open pedal at the mo (is that good thing ?)as i'm a bit scared that i won't be able to get my feet off in time cos i'm not used to it.
Anyway, just wanted to share my enthusiasm for the "fixed way" and i think i will take it very slowly untill i get used to it.
peace out!