Originally Posted by
Jabba Degrassi
Don Sheldonito himself said that riding fixed without foot retention is an advanced technique that should only be undertaken by experienced fixed gear riders.
Other than for doing freestyle trick type stuff I can't imagine why someone would want to ride without foot retention, especially if they're experienced enough to benefit from the added control of foot retention.
Originally Posted by
joetronic
If someone feels like riding without foot retention, whats the issue? I rode fixed for a while with just platforms before going clippless and had no issues, and didn't bash my shins to much, maybe ones or twice in a few months.
Because while you're worrying about the spinning shin smasher underneath you and how to get your foot back on it, you're distracted from the various other hazards on the road that can kill you.
I mean hey, do what you want. I think it's stupid though