Originally Posted by
howeeee
I am 60 years old I love riding bicycles,
So will it destroy my knees?
Riding fixed gear on the road, particularly in the off season, has been a staple for club riders of all ages and disciplines for many decades.
My 1st coach required it of all his riders and I'm still at it decades later and enjoying FG as much as ever.
Follow the advice given previously and you might well enjoy it and benefit from the efficient fluid pedaling style riding fixed promotes.
C_42 has an extremely impressive resume of FG rides: "just see what feels right and gradually work up from there". Indeed.
That said riding fixed on the road isn't for everyone as a dedication to technique and proper kit is essential.
Be very exacting on your fit, there is no way to compensate for poor positioning when you pedal the bike and it pedals you right back.
-Bandera