Originally Posted by carleton
1) when you are locked in to constant pedaling you are not able to set your pedals when cornering or when jammed up on a curb by a passing car.
shorter cranks.
Originally Posted by carleton
2) It takes more physical skill and dexterity than required for a typical bicycle.
sure. but you'll get stronger over time. start with a lower ratio and work up.
Originally Posted by carleton
4) A fixie rider has "read the road" a LOT further ahead than a typical cyclist.
wouldn't this be a safer way of doing things, not an added danger?
Originally Posted by carleton
6) Fixies can destroy your knees over time.
CAN. yes, "can". they don't have to, though, and you don't have to let them.