Originally Posted by
Mambo Dave
Doesn't that sort of depend on the gearing one is running, and the average speeds they run at? For example, let's say a rider uses a 14-tooth rear cog, 46 tooth front gear, and regularly rides with that while maintaining a great crank spin speed - then someone, or some dog, jumps out in front of him. That's a mighty tall gear to impose stoppage from, ain't it?
Absolutely. That's why any fixed gear bike ridden on the road should have a caliper brake, preferably installed on the front wheel where it will be most effective.