Originally Posted by
tjspiel
For me the difference between fixed and freewheel is greater than the different between geared and single speed. When I started to ride a fixed gear it was almost like I was learning how to pedal all over again. I remember cresting that first big hill and then
*trying* to coast. 
This is when I'm most glad for foot retention. Even with toe clips I've almost been bucked from the bike trying to coast through a fast turn.