It's a whole new skill set ... which is the attraction for me, or was until I'd done a bit of riding when I simply realised that I love riding this way.

You comment that you feel like you're going to be flung off. This suggests that you're trying to ride it like you would a geared bike - the 'flung off' feeling is usually associated with trying to coast and yes, we all cop that from time to time. The funny thing is, after you've spent some time riding fixed, the first time you try to ride something with a freewheel, it feels like it's broken. The true beauty of fixed is the flow of power from your legs to the wheels, in both directions and it's that feeling that becomes intoxicating.

Just give it some more rides. It is different so don't try to compare it with what you've done before. It's also far more intense than any riding you've done before and that can be off putting. Take it quietly and make your decision in 500 miles time, at least then you'll know for sure why you don't like it.

Richard