Went the long way home today and took my sweet time about it. On the flats I just strolled along feeling my legs turn and taking in the scenery. Took it easy going up the hills (as much as possible with one gear) and just tried to relax and let the pedals do more of the work going down the other side. Don't get me wrong, riding with gusto is fun too. Sometimes it just so nice to chill and slide back in the saddle. It's kind of a goofy cliche to talk about zen and fixed gears (or any two legged pony) but I'd be lying if I said I didn't get a taste of it sometimes.