I know it's not a good idea to have a quick release on the back wheel of a fixed gear bicycle, but is there anything wrong with the front being quick release? I couldn't imagine there being a problem, but you guys know more than I do.

Thanks

No problem whatsoever. Do it all the time.

Nothing wrong at all. It's actually better.

there is nothing wrong with having a quality quick release on the front or rear of a fixed gear bike.

people used quick release skewers of horizontal droputs for years with no issues.

With a modicum of mechanical aptitude, a quality quick release skewer can be used front and rear on a fixed gear to no disadvantage.

An enclosed cam with nice teeth will hold any wheel securely in place, even considering the 'tremendous stress' exerted on it by the fixed drive train.

It also depends on the amount of torque (twisting force) you are putting out. Bigger guys have to put out more than smaller guys for the same effect.

So small to average guys should have no issues. I have trouble with allen bolt systems that I can't tighten down like a 15mm nut.

+1 on using enclosed cam skewers. These are sometimes called "trainer skewers".

Indeed. Campagnolo used to offer quick releases as a factory option on their Pista hubs. Just be sure to use proper enclosed cam skewers rather than the currently popular boutique skewers.

They do make it easier to steal the wheel, so lock it up!

And might I suggest locking up your quick release when you park the bike? I figured you know, but my friend taught me a lesson by taking off my front wheel when I locked up my bike for two minutes.

people may laugh, but i have been known to take my front wheel with me. i figure a potential thief is less likely to take a bike they can not ride.

i should note that around here crime is very low and on the rare occasion a bike is stolen it is usually just joy ridden and then left somewhere.