Custom Bicycle Fitting What Is It? A custom bike fit is a comprehensive analysis of your position on your bike to determine what changes will allow you to ride faster, with less pain, and more efficiently. During a bike fit there are limitless changes we can make to adapt the bike to your body, regardless of your injury. Changing the seat height and handlebar position are only a few of the many ways for getting you riding your bike more comfortably. Whether you have pain in your neck, hands, low back, or knees, a few expert positional changes go a long way. Bike Fitting’s Many Benefits Improve overall cycling comfort * Eliminate bike related pain in any body part Improve cycling efficiency instantly Improve power instantly Improve cycling speed instantly ** Learn about how to pedal correctly Learn about safe training principles Identify areas of inflexibility or weakness that limit cycling Correct for leg length issues and other structual problems Identify the need for new parts like more comfortable seat ** Crush your friends on the next training ride * Have more fun riding with your family Why Alta? It seems like everyone is doing bike fits these days. What sets Charlie Merrill, MSPT at ALTA apart is that he looks at your body’s flexibility, strength, and posture, and considers those in the bike fitting process. He then makes exercise recommendations that will make your body more capable of cycling faster or without pain. Charlie worked in the bike industry for 12 years prior to becoming a PT. This combination of understanding the body and the bike gives you a bike fit unlike any other. In addition, Charlie has been racing bikes for 15 years and can advise you on training techniques, pedal stroke mechanics, and other gear to enhance your performance. What Is Involved In A Bike Fit? You bring your bike, shoes, cycling clothing, and any equipment you wish to change including seats, handlebars, stems, and pedals. I provide the stationary trainer so you can pedal in the clinic. After a 5minute warm-up and interview that allows me to see you ride and learn about your history and goals, I take a series of measurements from head to toe to determine what is causing your pain and/or limiting your power. After discussing the proposed changes, some changes are made in the clinic and some may be left for you to change at a future date. I will advise you specifically regarding any new parts (handlebar, seat, etc.) that may help you. Additionally, I provide you with suggestions on stretches, strength exercises, and pedal stroke drills that will improve how you fit on the bike and how you feel while riding. Last, you will get a report on the changes made and specific info on other changes or parts that we discussed. Sign Me Up! A bike fit will take 45-60 minutes depending on whether or not you have cleats that clip into your pedal. Prepare to sweat a little and learn a lot about yourself and your bike. Also, be prepared to impress your riding companions with your newfound endurance, speed, and confidence. Call us right away to schedule and appointment! You will be glad you did.
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