ride in some tight spots that require some controlled tight turns (around tables in an outdoor eating area, between some tight spaced cones, between cars). my GF's first time on a fixed gear, she rode around a picnic area between tables and chairs, and she was hooked. on a regular bike, its sketchier navigating tight spots with tight turns. riding fixed in this type of situation, your legs control everything, and it really gives you that "connection" feeling people talk about.