just got my new liberty nemesis v1 and is very new to fixed gear. I added the straps on the pedal but usually only put my right foot in while my left foot remains free. I can skid pretty comfortably by pushing on my left foot and pulling on my right foot. should I just remove the strap on my left pedal as it is kinda useless
by Andrew71555
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Its better to keep it on because if you have to stop and its not your right foot in front youre gonna be in a funny situation
Edit: and also i would recommend practising skids with your left foot forward too
I would suggest getting comfortable getting your foot in the strap offf the go – practice until you can do it without looking. I’ve ridden would straps for as long as i’ve been riding (about 12 years) – there’s never a point in riding fixed where you want the bike to be disconnected from you unless you’re bailing – but even then – straps will prevent you from becoming a projectile.
No it’s fucking retarded
The straps are not just for skidding. You use your foot retention when accelerating and when slowing down. Use both & ride more.
Well you can if you aren’t ambidextrous in skidding and skid-hopping. And if you don’t care that one strap on a bike looks wack AF.
Had a pal that only had 1 strap, its fine
Straps are used for far more than just skidding. You’ll do yourself a massive disservice by only riding with one strap. You’ll lose a ton of bike control and power. Don’t do it.