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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-27-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,786
Posted By BikeFitPro

BC BikeFit is in North Van. He has an amazing...

BC BikeFit is in North Van. He has an amazing selection of saddle and he has The Saddle Changer to try saddle after saddle under the watchful of of the best bike fitter in in all of Canada
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-27-21, 12:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,334
Posted By BikeFitPro

Looks like seeing a BikeFit Pro would help. But...

Looks like seeing a BikeFit Pro would help. But here are some quick tips.
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-21, 12:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,455
Posted By BikeFitPro

I agree if no issues why change...but they can be cool.

Obviously, they are new with Wahoo. Maybe customer service will even be better. I know I don't mind paying for that little extra service. Can't say I have ever h...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-03-14, 07:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,020
Posted By BikeFitPro

Keep in mind a bike fitter fit you. Retul is a...

Keep in mind a bike fitter fit you. Retul is a tool. Did you notice what brand of hex keys he used? Probably not. Check out the credentials of the fitter not the data or motion capture system he or...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-03-14, 06:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,908
Posted By BikeFitPro

That is the opposite. Think of it like putting...

That is the opposite. Think of it like putting the foot under the knee. If the knee is in move the foot in (= cleat out). You do need Cleat Wedges as the post above suggest. Here is also a great...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-31-13, 11:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,589
Posted By BikeFitPro

You can find some good information in this...

You can find some good information in this article http://bikefit.com/s-13-road-bikes.aspx
Good luck
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-31-13, 11:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,814
Posted By BikeFitPro

Cleat properly adjusted are the primary concern....

Cleat properly adjusted are the primary concern. Brand of pedal has less do to with it. Changing brands and find pain relief is just luck nothing else.
If you read this article. Scroll down to the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-31-13, 11:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,968
Posted By BikeFitPro

Was mostly trying to stress the skills of the...

Was mostly trying to stress the skills of the fitter trump the tool or tools they may use. Check out the background of the fitter. Many schools they may have attended do not cover several important...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,925
Posted By BikeFitPro

There is only one way to find a saddle - SIT ON...

There is only one way to find a saddle - SIT ON ONE. Try a shop with this tool http://bikefit.com/p-52-switchit-rapid-saddle-changertilt-adjuster.aspx
Good luck
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,463
Posted By BikeFitPro

Stem length does not change how a bike handles....

Stem length does not change how a bike handles. However it may change how you handle the bike.
If you are better fit you will handle the bike better. So many people get caught up on stem length so...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,968
Posted By BikeFitPro

Find a good bike fitter. Check out the individual...

Find a good bike fitter. Check out the individual that is going to do your fit. You can even call us during the middle of your fit.
Find a good fitter near you look here...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,028
Posted By BikeFitPro

Go see a bike shop that has a SwitchIt...

Go see a bike shop that has a SwitchIt http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w0OU36RfWY
Also consider a good bike fit.
Best of luck
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,554
Posted By BikeFitPro

So many methods just don't work. Sitting on a box...

So many methods just don't work. Sitting on a box or whatever is not like sitting on a bike.
Have a look at this...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-29-13, 11:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,530
Posted By BikeFitPro

Sounds like a good bike fit is needed. Innovative...

Sounds like a good bike fit is needed. Innovative Cycling / Cyclefit
Bosstraat 16
3930 Hamont
Belgium
+32 473176205 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-11-13, 04:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,485
Posted By BikeFitPro

I know it may seem counterintuitive but it is...

I know it may seem counterintuitive but it is possible moving the saddle back can reduce hand pressure. Plumb bob and knee over toe...maybe it is an OK starting point but I suggest now leaving it...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-11-13, 04:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,200
Posted By BikeFitPro

I am not familiar with them. Keep us posted on...

I am not familiar with them. Keep us posted on what you do next. Also keep in mind you can call BikeFit anytime even if you are at a shopt to go over a question. Good luck
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-09-13, 04:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,076
Posted By BikeFitPro

Knee pain (more in the front of the knee) if...

Knee pain (more in the front of the knee) if saddle height related, tends to on longer leg. Although a Leg Length Shim does sound like a good idea http://bikefit.com/c-3-leg-length-shims.aspx The...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-09-13, 04:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,811
Posted By BikeFitPro

Get a bike fit. Maybe reading this could help....

Get a bike fit. Maybe reading this could help. http://www.bikefit.com/s-13-road-bikes.aspx
Your bike sounds like it is older. New bike today are made to fit much better. Also make sure you get the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-09-13, 04:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 981
Posted By BikeFitPro

Maybe reading this could help....

Maybe reading this could help. http://www.bikefit.com/s-13-road-bikes.aspx
You can print it and take with you to the shop as well and make sure they cover all the details
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-09-13, 04:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,200
Posted By BikeFitPro

You did not mention the name of the shop....might...

You did not mention the name of the shop....might help. But you can ask if they stand behind the fit. For example if you do not feel more comfort and or power do you get a refund? You can read this...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-09-13, 04:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,485
Posted By BikeFitPro

Move the saddle back a little and see if there...

Move the saddle back a little and see if there are any changed with your hands.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-13, 07:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,003
Posted By BikeFitPro

Time to probably look at something new. Bikes are...

Time to probably look at something new. Bikes are made so much more comfortable today. Being 240lbs myself comfort is a key. I believe you will find it money well spent. Good luck
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-13, 07:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,359
Posted By BikeFitPro

For a good article look here...

For a good article look here http://www.bikefit.com/s-13-road-bikes.aspx
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-13, 07:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,306
Posted By BikeFitPro

Probably time to just try a bunch of saddles....

Probably time to just try a bunch of saddles. Find one with a SwitchIt http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w0OU36RfWY
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-08-13, 02:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By BikeFitPro

Best way to buy a saddle is find a shop with the...

Best way to buy a saddle is find a shop with the SwitchIt http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3JIQnT5Ddc
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-30-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By BikeFitPro

OK here is another. 326475326476

OK here is another. 326475326476
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-30-13, 07:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By BikeFitPro

He moved center after we installed a centering...

He moved center after we installed a centering device on the saddle. Sorry but the photo it correct and the cyclist is sitting off to one side.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-30-13, 07:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By BikeFitPro

Move the left foot out and the right foot in

Move the left foot out and the right foot in
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-30-13, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,652
Posted By BikeFitPro

326472 You can try a washer but probably not...

326472 You can try a washer but probably not enough. There are spacers available here http://www.bikefit.com/p-25-1-pair-20-mm-pedal-spacers.aspx Here is an illustration of all the Speedplay pedal...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-27-13, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,708
Posted By BikeFitPro

325900325901Sitting on a pad or a box or whatever...

325900325901Sitting on a pad or a box or whatever is not that same as sitting on a bike. We lost count how many times people have sat on a pad only to later find that it was not the best saddle...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-27-13, 05:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,428
Posted By BikeFitPro

325899Thought I should add one more bit. When...

325899Thought I should add one more bit. When people really think about it often you will find uneven pressure on the bottom of the foot and the numbness can start on the outside and move inward. See...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-27-13, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,942
Posted By BikeFitPro

325897First choice would be to build up the cleat...

325897First choice would be to build up the cleat of the shorter leg. Here is some information that may be helpful as well http://www.bikefit.com/documents/0310103_LL_Keo_inst.pdf
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-27-13, 05:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,701
Posted By BikeFitPro

Surprisingly it often lines up with a good bike...

Surprisingly it often lines up with a good bike fit. If things feel good other are correct in saying it is OK to ignore.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-17-13, 06:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 27,573
Posted By BikeFitPro

Remember rotating the hoods up so you can have a...

Remember rotating the hoods up so you can have a more neutral wrist is something to think about as well. 323973
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-17-13, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,185
Posted By BikeFitPro

Sounds like you need to move the cleat back on...

Sounds like you need to move the cleat back on the shoe (foot forward). This combined with wedges is what I would try.
move the cleat back on the shoe. This combined with wedges is what I would...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-17-13, 06:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,253
Posted By BikeFitPro

Many good shops are fine without a sizing bike...

Many good shops are fine without a sizing bike but some cyclists might really benefit from a sizing. Sounds like you shared a good example. A bike fit goes much better and easier when the size of the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-16-13, 10:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,428
Posted By BikeFitPro

323706323707There could be a lot going on here...

323706323707There could be a lot going on here but some common things we find are the cleat needs to be moved back on the shoe. Also the tilt of the foot is OFTEN a major reason for most foot...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-16-13, 10:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,374
Posted By BikeFitPro

Retul may seem new but it is not really that new....

Retul may seem new but it is not really that new. It has been around as Crucial Innovations and Retul is just the bike fitting aspect and use of the technology.
It all comes down to the fitter....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-16-13, 10:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By BikeFitPro

I do believe most people ride slightly to one...

I do believe most people ride slightly to one side or the other. Sometimes it is OBVIOUS and most of the time it is very subtle.
Keep in mind the pelvis is usually rotated on most humans to the left...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-16-13, 12:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,361
Posted By BikeFitPro

See if the saddle can be moved back a little....

See if the saddle can be moved back a little. Also if the bars can be rotated forward a little. Ask them if they can make an adjustment to allow you to tilt a little more forward from the hip. ...
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