Originally Posted by ruskiantonov

i've been on a fixed gear bike for a while and have ridden bikes my whole life. i have a 49/18 and mostly stop with leg resistance and a brake when needed. never really learned how to skid properly, i kinda gave up on it. every time i try to do it i lock the back wheel but cant keep it locked, ie ill skid for like a second and then it forces me back into rotation. i also only try it sitting, not really trying to lean forward over my bars, i think thats kinda silly. maybe my retention just isnt adequate, or maybe im inadequate... i didnt think i was that weak...