5 Ways to STOP on a Fixie 🛑 🚴

In this informative video, I’ll be diving into the world of fixed gear cycling and share five effective ways to stop on a fixed gear bike. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, mastering the art of stopping is crucial for safety and control. I will also share some ways that are not so effective for stopping.

🚴‍♂️ Method 1: Skip Hops - Uncover the technique of skip hopping, a method which involves picking up the back wheel off the ground. I’ll break down the process and share valuable insights for executing this technique with confidence.

🚴‍♂️ Method 2: The Backpedal - Discover how to utilize the backpedal technique to slow down and come to a complete stop. Backpedaling is quite intuitive, the rider will resist the forward motion of the pedals.

🚴‍♂️ Method 3: Using Brakes - Explore the importance of utilizing a front brake and rear brake effectively to stop on a fixed gear bike. Brakes are the most effective way to stop and should be used by beginners and experienced riders looking for a fool-proof way to stop.

🚴‍♂️ Method 4: Skid Stops - Learn the technique of skidding, an intermediate maneuver that requires precision and practice. I’ll guide you through the process, highlighting critical tips for executing a smooth and controlled skid stop.

🚴‍♂️ Method 5: Foot Stop - Discover essential tips for executing foot stop aka “ted shred” on a fixed gear bike. I'll provide valuable advice on maintaining control while doing a ted shred foot stop.

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0:00 INTRO
1:01 SAFETY FIRST
1:22 SKIP HOP
2:17 BACK PEDAL
3:23 BRAKES
5:12 SKID STOP
7:20 STORY TIME
8:09 FOOT RETENTION
8:36 WAYS NOT TO STOP
9:28 TED SHRED FOOT STOP
10:48 SUMMARY
11:05 OUTRO

[fixatedfgfs]

I just used my collarbone to stop my fixie! very effective, the design is very human.

[cuseyeti_onethree]

Running a front brake and using all of these methods as backups has worked best for me in years of riding fixies and single gears. I don’t care what other bikers say; I stop when necessary.

[hoshisuki]

thanks, I'm watching this on my bike. I've been stuck on my bike for a few days now. I can finally get off and rest.

[alexvith]

Thank you for making the very important, albeit pretty obvious, point at 3:24 regarding brakes.
It still boggles my mind some people feel safe (for them and others) riding at high speeds in high traffic areas with no brakes other than their chain. Your chain should not be both your drive system and your brake system. A chain on a normal bike will only be subjected to forces directed in the pulling direction (or it's opposite to be technical). But with fixies, combine the fact you are constantly riding on a heavier gear (the only one you have), applying constant pressure while pedaling, with the fact you apply a counterforce of similar magnitude while pedal braking you are subjecting your brake to what I can describe as metal cold working, which is commonly known as "yanking a piece of metal until it breaks". Then the chain pops and you go ride with the angels.

[MW-udzp]

I run a front brake on my fixed gear. I'd rather not kill a pedestrian. Great vid!

[jeremystothers]

Couple things I'd add.
- Running an easier gear makes stopping way easier. Putting a 19 or a 20 cog in the back will greatly increase control.
- Using cages or SPDs helps with the back pedal. You can use more of the pedal stroke. Also stiff cycling shoes help with power transfer to both start and stop the bike. I use SPDs and carbon-soled shoes. My commute is 60km all up and I'll maybe skid a couple times at most.

Also yea, brakes are awesome. If I ran a harder gear, I'd put a brake on my bike.

[anibalbibal]

Thank you for taking a step on de-stigmatizing using brakes on fixed gear bikes. Riding brakeless is definitely a rush, and it adds a dimension of connection between you and your bike, but tbh, in my opinion, I don't think it's worth the risk of getting in an accident, especially if somebody rides along with traffic frequently.

[rar]

good segment about the brakes! running two is mandatory here on public roads, and since I enjoy being able to ride my fixie not only strictly in skate parks while also NOT enjoing getting fined to hell for it, I just have them. the whole brake/nobrake drama becomes a complete non-issue that way, and that's kinda nice.

[Javier-ksfh]

What a vid! Thank you man! Four years fixed gear rider. takes a long time to get used to riding a bike without brake . Running 46/16 ratio first year I change to 46/14 this year. My favouvorite gear. Clipless and always with front break. You've got to think of other people, not just yourself. I never use but I prefer to hav e a brake and dont use it than not have and need it.

[lesaintdemon]

since this video is aimed at beginners i wanted to say that before you buy a fixed gear make sure to buy at least the chainring* with an odd teeth number, why? because it will make your skids more evenly spread throughout the tire, there are calculators online to check your gear ratio and the skid patchs so you don't waste your tires on single spots, i recommend 49x17 for a beginner, it's a nice balanced ratio, unless you're doing tricks you would want something lighter, it would be nice if jackson make a video about this

[OgFFreez]

Fixed gear bike messenger here
Always been running a front brake on my fixies, I'd rather stop quickly than hitting a pedestrian, getting hit by a car or eating a driver's door. Plus it helps saving my knees, legs and rear tire

No shame on having a front brake boiiiz, ride safe

[leon_sad_long]

Been around the channel for at least 4 years, was originally a Road cyclist and really wanted to switch to ride a fixed gear bike for so long, but was kinda scared since if I stop pedaling the bike’d slow down or stop by it’s own. And now I got a fixed gear up online and rode it for the first time, I tried using the knowledge I learnt from all the videos on the channel but it really felt different when I was riding it. And did skids but still can’t handle it like I used to do it on a road bike.

[mowgli]

I just started learning today! I have a front brake and it just gives me the confidence to know that if all else fails I have that! Haha

[pokiblue]

I wear a special cover on my shoes and use my foot to rub on wheel to slow down, been doing it for years and worked flawless ❤

[TheMixCurator]

Here in the UK its actually illegal to run any bike with no brakes (Also think that's the case for Europe as well). Front brake is the minimum requirement or you will get pulled over and fined.

[IllllllllllllIlllI]

skip hop is the way, stop fast and not that aggressive but evenly grinding for the tire. i'm use continental grand prix 4 season on the rear about 4years already, tire all flat you can feel a little more drag but not sudden flat spot.

[Nobreakmedia]

Riding fixed for 3yr, took my brake off after 4 months. Should of waited was not ready. Learning to skid and have bike control is FUNDAMENTAL to riding a fixed gear safely and would make your time on the bike way more fun. Take time learn the basic it can save ur life. Be safe cycling gang ❤

[erjonaize]

I run a front break since I ride year round and have had chains break from icy grit spraying up from the road. Back pedaling is what I do almost 100% of the time. I have airless tires and skidding would grind a flat spot in no time.

[andrewwhite]

Kevlar reinforced gloves, a helmet, laceless shoes and a set of mountain bike pedals.
The essentials....

A decent disk brake (xt or xtr) at the front and additional braking provided by back pedalling at the rear.
Keep it light, robust, safe, very effective yet simple.

Great instructional video.
Learnt a lot, many thanks.

[tbz]

I ride exclusively fixed, only 1 of my 4 bikes is brakeless and I only ride that in a bike lane to an oval. It's also a very expensive vintage track bike so it's more about protecting the bike than me (not drilled for brakes).

I rode brakeless on my commuter for about a year before going back to the front brake... my city is too hilly and I like the option of having an easy stop.