John Pergolizzi wrote:
>
> Doc Simont wrote (snip):
> "I think the relevant point here is (cut)it's the (mis)use of a bike
> designed for a
> particular use in an inappropriate environment."
>
> Sorry Doc, but your wrong one this one. I believe Chuck's "heh,heh"
> was tough in cheek sarcasm.
> What youse guys are missing is the use of the fixed gear on the road as a
> training device. Remember that fixed gear on the road was the "only" way
> not
> all that long ago.
Sorry John, but you missed my point. Had nothing to do with fixed gear road riding and the benefits there of. Had everything to do with riding a track bike (no brake) on the road, instead of riding a fixed gear road bike which includes a front brake.
Modifying your riding style because you can't effectively stop in an emergency situation without a brake? Sounds good in theory; everyday reality is something else.
Key point: I'm not willing to ride at a slower pace because I can't stop effectively.
Sincerely, Chuck Schmidt Fixed gear rider and proud of it South Pasadena, Southern California
.