Go on, convince me...

...riding fixed is ace... to me enhances the cycling experience, feel for your bike and the road beneath your wheels. If that doesn't appeal.... ditto the above.

Shin, I couldn't agree more.

This last week I've been trying a new gear ratio but in the spirit of try-before-you-buy, I opted for an old 16t freewheel I had lying around.

• Coasting up to lights feels all wrong -I have to squeeze harder on the brakes to stop.
  
• Coasting down hills feels wrong and my legs seem stiffer without that constant spinning.
  
• The whole riding experience feels lacking, almost sterile and boring. Fixers have more fun!