Cyclists that don't put their feet down when waiting at lights look ridiculous?

[angelos02]

Just. Why?

Never mind why - how?

They are clipped in and don't wish to unclip. It's also a bit of a challenge to balance....challenge is everything to some! I can do it without all the wiggling around as long as the halt is momentary. I wouldn't bother with a prolonged slow speed wobble around.

It keeps me amused when I'm bored on the bus to work. must get myself a life

It's called a track stand. Helps for a quicker get away when the lights change.

pedal clips.

suggest a little less spectator sport and more real sport?

Cycling with cleats (shoes that clip into pedals) is much more efficient that not. Makes long rides easier and quicker. Very commonly used amongst reasonably serious cyclists.

It helps to while away the boredom of waiting for lights to change

Is a challenge, and a useful skill to have

Means you can get away more powerfully when lights change, useful when you have someone impatient at your area.

Arse.

It is easier than upclipping, it helps you get away quicker when the lights change, and it is a nice little core workout to while away the time
shrug

It's how track (velodrome) cyclists set off.

Potentially quite amusing if you lose your balance when in cleats though...

You're just jealous that you can't do it (as am I)

Always reminds me of the incredibly boring sports day event of the slow race- who can cycle slowest to the finish line.