The first bike I ever put together, when I was 16 was a steel mountain/road hybrid which I built as an 8speed (one ring up front) for speedy riding around town and I guess this was at the beginning of my obsession with a simple, functional ride. I was definitely attracted to the DIY aesthetic of fixed gear riding and now its just who I am.
This thinking extends to all aspects of my life. Since I was about 16 I have sought to minimalise and simplify my life. Nothing useless can ever be truly beautiful. I can't remember who said that but its true!
So I guess I was predisposed to riding fixed.....