I think theres a bit of difference between resisting your pedals to slow down and locking your legs in a position to skid.
I don't quite follow your logic; to my mind, doing a skid involves a lot more pressure, not less.
@trnk started
London Fixed Gear and Single-Speed is a community of predominantly fixed gear and single-speed cyclists in and around London, UK.
This site is supported almost exclusively by donations. Please consider donating a small amount regularly.
I don't quite follow your logic; to my mind, doing a skid involves a lot more pressure, not less.