Originally Posted by
pkpyro
Nearby help is good. Clipless is more of a personal preference and so is track standing - most FG riders will learn that within a couple months or so. Not a hard skill. Though if the guy lives 3 minutes away and rides clipless, I think that's just stupidity... putting those shoes on and taking them off will be another minute added to his 3 minute commute.
I know that that track standing and riding clipless doesn't mean your a great fixie rider or have a lot of knowledge, but from what I gathered hes rather practical when it comes to riding and he definitely did a lot of the work himself from what I gather. Oh and about the clipless commute, he lives 3 minutes from ME, his commute is much further than 3 minutes. I'd say at least 15, but I'm sure he rides more than just to work.
I will definitely keep everything you said in mind. Protips on the things to cheap out on too. Thanks.