Originally Posted by nicomachus
this may be a dumb question, but is the strategy always to ride in a circle? that's what it sounds like from your description, since you keep your handlebars turned.
I'm too lazy to find the link, but 2 months ago I asked the same question. It's easier to do a circle, and it looks cooler at the same time. Plus it reduces the chances of hitting something you don't see... But it's fun to practice straight line, too.