Ok- stupid question. Why can't you coast on a fixed gear? Is it because the pedals move when you're speeding downhill. Sorry such a dumb question, but I've never seen anyone riding a fixie or seen any of the velodrome races (there aren't any for hundreds- or thousands- of miles around here).

I'll bet that WAS weird, tho! Scary going down those descents, huh? The TDF boys sure make it look easy!

Did you enjoy the tour de California? You'll have to tell all about it (unless you already have and I've missed it- been away a while).