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@smiff
I drove my car down this morning with my fixed wheel bike in the boot, parked in Brighton (leaving the bike rack in the boot) and then rode back.
It was a fantastic ride (going down Ditchling was an experience!) and although I have only ever done L2B on geared bikes B2L felt much easier on the fixed. It was my first longer ride out of town on it and has made me realise how good a fixed wheel bike is on long rides, which I was not expecting. I guess the fact that cos you never stop pedalling your muscles stay in their optimum operating zone..? I am sure if I UTFS I will find something on this...
I am now seriously considering using it for tomorrow now.
Indecisive??? Me? Hmm... Not sure I am.
EDIT: Sheldon says
Most cyclists coast far too much. Riding a fixed-gear bike will break this pernicious habit. Coasting breaks up your rhythm and allows your legs to stiffen up. Keeping your legs in motion keeps the muscles supple, and promotes good circulation.