Originally Posted by 2big2ride
Hello all
I have just built a fixed gear bike and I could use all of the help and advice I can get.... Could someone try to explain on how to skid stop? I have a front brake and I intend to use it at first. How about going down hills? If there is a source for all of these elementary questions, please shuffle me in the right direction.
Sorry to be so broad with the questions. My intent is to just get out there and ride. But as with everything else, there are little tricks that may cut down on the learning curve.
Thanks for the help
The easiest way I can say it is this....
Pretend you are going to Teabag the handlebars, pull up with one foot and push down with the other with all your weight forward (in a formal teabagging stance) and get ready to skid. Once your legs get strong enough, you should be able to skid without leaning forward... if the ground is wet, I can usually skid without leaning at all.