***BERT IS TAKING A WELL-DESERVED VACATION, SO WE WILL BE SUSPENDING OUR BIKE-FITTING SERVICES UNTIL MID-OCTOBER. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO FILL OUT OUR INTAKE FORM, AND A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM WILL REACH OUT TO CONFIRM THAT WE RECEIVED YOUR INFORMATION. WE WILL BEGIN BOOKING APPOINTMENTS UPON BERT'S RETURN. THANK YOU***
Bike Fitting
Welcome to Western Cycle's Bike Fit Services! We understand the pivotal role a proper bike fit plays in enhancing your cycling experience. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist seeking to fine-tune your performance or a triathlete aiming for optimal aerodynamics, our expert team is dedicated to ensuring your bike fits you like a glove. Let us help you unlock your full potential on the road, gravel, or the trail.
WHY GET A BIKE FIT?
A professional bike fit at Western Cycle isn't just about comfort; it's about unlocking your full potential as a cyclist. By optimizing your bike's geometry to suit your unique body mechanics and riding style, you'll experience improved efficiency, power transfer, and comfort on every ride. Say goodbye to discomfort, aches, and pains, and hello to a smoother, more enjoyable cycling experience that keeps you pedaling stronger, longer. Whether you're chasing personal bests or simply looking to ride pain-free, a bike fit with us is the key to unlocking your cycling potential.
WHO NEEDS A BIKE FIT?
A bike fit is beneficial for cyclists of all levels, from casual riders to competitive athletes. If you experience discomfort, numbness, or pain while riding, it's a clear sign that your bike's fit may need adjustment. Additionally, if you're looking to improve your performance, efficiency, or overall riding experience, a professional bike fit can make a significant difference. Even if you're relatively comfortable on your bike, a fit can help prevent injuries and ensure you're getting the most out of every pedal stroke.
Our Fit Process
From the moment you step into our shop, our fit expert will guide you through the process, ensuring every aspect of your bike fit is tailored to your individual needs and goals. Your bike fit specialist will keep you involved and informed throughout the process, guiding you to a better understanding of how your body and bike work together to keep you moving forward. Let's dive in and discover how we can elevate your riding experience together.
Welcome, Bike set-up
When you arrive for your bike fit at Western Cycle, you'll be greeted warmly by our friendly staff and shown to our fitting area. Here, you'll have a chance to get changed into your cycling gear before we begin. We'll then set up your bike on our Wahoo Kickr Rollr, take detailed measurements of your current bike setup, and transfer those measurements to our Trek Precision Fit bike, ensuring a seamless transition that allows us to fine-tune your fit with precision and accuracy.
Interview
During the interview process, we'll take the time to get to know you and your riding habits better. We'll ask you about your cycling experience, including how often you ride, the type of riding you do, and any specific goals you have for your bike fit and cycling in general. We'll also inquire about any past or current injuries, as well as any areas of discomfort or issues you may be experiencing while riding. This thorough assessment allows us to tailor your bike fit to address your individual needs and ensure that you leave our shop feeling comfortable, confident, and ready to conquer the road or trail ahead.
Measurements/mobility
Next, we'll take precise measurements of your body to ensure your bike fit is tailored to your unique anatomy. We'll measure key points such as your knee flexion, torso length, arm length, and more to determine the optimal bike frame size and geometry for your body. Additionally, we'll assess your range of movement and mobility, paying close attention to factors such as hip flexibility, knee alignment, and shoulder mobility. This comprehensive analysis allows us to make informed adjustments to your bike fit that not only maximize your comfort and performance but also help prevent injuries and discomfort down the road.
Trek Precision Fit Bike
Once we have gathered all the necessary measurements and information, it's time to get you spinning on our Trek Precision Fit Bike. This innovative tool enables us to make quick and precise adjustments to your riding position while providing real-time feedback on your power production. As you pedal, we'll carefully analyze your biomechanics and make adjustments to your bike fit, ensuring optimal comfort, efficiency, and power transfer. With the Trek Precision Fit Bike, you'll experience firsthand how small adjustments can make a big difference in your riding experience, ultimately helping you achieve your cycling goals with confidence and ease.
Bike Fit Recommendations
With all the data collected and analyzed from your session on the Trek Precision Fit Bike, we'll now provide personalized recommendations to fine-tune your bike fit and replicate the exceptional feel you experienced during the fitting process. Whether it's adjusting saddle height, handlebar position, cleat alignment, or making other modifications to optimize your riding position, our expert team will work closely with you to ensure every aspect of your bike fit aligns with your preferences, goals, and biomechanics. Our goal is to make your bike fit feel as good as the Precision Fit Bike did, if not better, so you can enjoy a ride that's tailored to your body and riding style, mile after mile.
Follow-up session
As part of our commitment to your cycling satisfaction, every bike fit at Western Cycle includes a complimentary follow-up session. During this appointment, our expert bike fitters will review your fit, address any additional adjustments or concerns, and ensure that your bike setup continues to meet your evolving needs. Ride with confidence knowing that we're here to support you every pedal of the way.
What to bring
For the best fitting experience, we recommend that our clients come dressed as they would for a typical ride. Bring along your cycling kit, including your cycling shorts, water bottle, and the shoes you normally ride in. Our fittings typically last a couple of hours and involve a workout, so it's important to be comfortable throughout the process.
Our Bike Fit Expert
Bert Seidel
As our Sales Manager, certified mountain bike coach, MTB group ride leader, gravel enthusiast, and sometime triathlete, Bert brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every fitting session. With certification in Trek Precision Fit, Bert is dedicated to ensuring that each rider receives a personalized fit that optimizes comfort, performance, and efficiency. Whether you're hitting the trails or conquering the roads, trust Bert to help you achieve your cycling goals with precision and professionalism.
Book your fit
Ready to elevate your cycling experience with a personalized bike fit at Western Cycle? Fill out our Bike Fit Intake Form now to get started! One of our experienced bike fitters will reach out to you shortly after receiving your form to schedule your appointment. Don't miss this opportunity to ride in comfort and style—let us help you unlock your full potential on the bike.
Our Bike Fit Tools and Protocols
TREK PRECISION FIT
The Trek Precision Fit Protocol represents the pinnacle of bike fitting technology and expertise, offering riders a tailored experience that optimizes performance, comfort, and efficiency. This protocol leverages advanced motion capture technology and biomechanical analysis to precisely assess every aspect of a rider's position on the bike. Certified fitters meticulously analyze key metrics such as saddle height, handlebar reach, and cleat alignment to ensure optimal alignment and biomechanical efficiency. By fine-tuning the rider's position to their individual anatomy and riding style, the Trek Precision Fit Protocol maximizes power transfer, minimizes discomfort, and helps prevent injuries. With its commitment to precision and innovation, the Trek Precision Fit Protocol empowers riders to achieve their cycling goals with confidence and enjoyment.
Trek Precision fit bike
The Trek Precision Fit Bike is the ultimate tool for achieving a customized and precise bike fit experience at Western Cycle. This state-of-the-art bike fitting system utilizes advanced technology to analyze and adjust every aspect of a rider's position on the bike. Equipped with dynamic motion capture capabilities, the Precision Fit Bike allows our certified fitters to assess biomechanical alignment, optimize saddle height, handlebar reach, and cleat positioning in real-time. With its ability to provide instant feedback on power production and pedaling dynamics, the Precision Fit Bike ensures that every adjustment is tailored to the rider's unique anatomy and riding style. Whether you're a competitive cyclist or a recreational rider, the Trek Precision Fit Bike promises to elevate your riding experience to new levels of comfort, performance, and efficiency.
Trek Precision fit saddle mapping
Trek Precision Fit Saddle Mapping is a cutting-edge technology designed to enhance comfort and performance for cyclists of all levels. By utilizing pressure mapping sensors, this innovative system provides detailed insights into how a rider's body interacts with their saddle during cycling. Certified fitters at Western Cycle use this data to identify areas of high pressure and discomfort, allowing them to make precise adjustments to the saddle position and shape. Whether it's relieving pressure points, improving weight distribution, or enhancing pelvic stability, Trek Precision Fit Saddle Mapping ensures that every rider enjoys a comfortable and supportive saddle fit tailored to their individual anatomy and riding style.