Originally Posted by
sbs z31
I've only been riding fixed for about 7mos and my opinion on advantage of fixed over singlespeed/freewheel is spinning. I really don't think you can spin as well on a singlespeed/freewheel as you could on a fixed. Once you ride fixed long enough you won't ever want to coast anymore well at least I don't lol.
Not true. You can spin just as fast on a freewheel as you can fixed. It's all about training your legs to spin fast on a low geared fixed gear first such that you improve your pedaling technique and develop your fast twitch leg muscles. Then you will be able to do the same on a freewheel. I can spin close to 200 rpm on my geared road bike in a low gear on the flats or medium gear on descents. Most people overgear their bikes, which is why they never develop good pedaling technique or a faster cadence. The only real prerequisite to a fast cadence is good foot retention.
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