Underrated Upgrade - Getting a Bike Fit!

• Posted on 17 February 2023
• By Owen
• Posted in Bike Fit, Underrated Upgrade
• 0

We aren't talking about choosing the correct frame size- we are talking about how to dial in your bike's fit to maximize your comfort and performance!

So many people underestimate the benefits of getting a bike fit and assume they are strictly reserved for performance chasing athletes looking for an edge on their competition. While this can be a great tool to enhance your performance on the bike - its also a great way to look at optimizing your setup if you are just a regular person that rides to work everyday! This process can be enlightening and a great way to guide future bike purchases or just to make some little (or big!) tweaks to your current setup to make sure you get the most out of your ride! Simply put - Bike fits are for ANYONE that rides a bike and wants to increase their comfort. We fit all types of bikes and would be happy to help you!

On a personal note, I had thought I was doing a fine job setting up my own bikes (for reference, I've sold and sized hundreds of bikes and have also completed fit training with Bike Fit Canada) but I had nagging knee issues that were hindering my ability to ride as much and as far as I wanted. I was constantly fiddling with my saddle height and setup trying to find a solution but nothing helped long term. Within no time during my fit it quickly became apparent that just one of my feet needed a little more arch support, which was why my knee was wandering all over the place and was the root of my discomfort. Funny enough I couldn't identify this myself while riding (really hammers home that you need someone to watch you ride!) but it was quickly identified when I got fitted. After all that...all I needed was a little shim inside on of my shoes! The smallest things really can make the biggest difference.

If you are interested in getting a bike fit you can check out our offerings on our Bike Fit Page or you can shoot us an e-mail over at [email protected]. Plan ahead because we book up quick peak season and typically operate with a waitlist. Start spring right and dial in your setup now!