{"id":5606,"date":"2022-06-08T16:06:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-08T20:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brooklynfixedgear.com\/?p=5606"},"modified":"2024-02-05T22:37:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T03:37:01","slug":"how-to-corner-on-a-fixed-gear-bike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brooklynfixedgear.com\/tricks-and-performance\/how-to-corner-on-a-fixed-gear-bike\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Corner on A Fixed Gear Bike (8 Tips for The Track)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Cornering is a skill that every cyclist must know how to do effectively. Learning to corner correctly on a bike is vital. It’s not just about going faster when it comes to corners; it’s also about having more control over your bike, making your journeys safer and more pleasurable. But what is cornering, and how do you corner on a fixed gear bike?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cornering on a fixed gear bike is similar to cornering on a road bike. The main difference is, of course, that on a fixed gear or a track bike, you do not stop pedaling. Keep the pedals engaged. If you have other things to keep in mind, use your drop bars, use the brakes before getting to the corner, and keep your eyes forward.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n But there’s a lot more to it than that. So, in this article, you will learn what cornering is, why it’s an important skill, and how to do it effectively to fly past the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor’s note: This article was updated on June 9, 2022<\/strong>, to include additional information regarding cycling performance.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cornering is the act of making aggressive angled turns while doing all you can to maintain speed and control.<\/strong> Track cyclists must be able to corner well to win a velodrome race. When you turn a corner, you must lean into the curve. Imagine your bodyweight steering you in the direction you want to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is cornering?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n