Step 1
PRE-FIT ASSESSMENT
Any good bike fitting will start with an evaluation of the cyclist. During this evaluation, various measurements will be recorded after testing the riders’ stature, leg length discrepancy, arm length etc. Tests to assess riders’ pelvis, muscle and spine mobility and flexibility will also be performed. These necessary outcome measurements will provide the fitter with insight regarding the final position that the cyclist is likely to be able to adopt.
Step 2
OBJECTIVE MEASUREMENT OF BIKE PARAMETERS
The second important step before asking the cyclist to climb on the bike is to accurately measure the initial position of the bike. This allows the fitter to record the initial position so that any changes can be recorded for reference once the fitting has been concluded.
Step 3
ASSESSMENT OF THE RIDER POSITION
After a quick warm up, the rider will be asked to start pedaling with the same cadence and power output that is as close to as their individual target goal. Data will be collected from both sides, front and back by the use of 2D cameras and a rotating platform.
Step 4
SADDLE PRESSURE MAPPING
For advance level fittings, a saddle pressure mapping device will be placed on the saddle in order to capture data such as, riders center of pressure, stability, weight and pressure distribution and much more. These variables will provide feedback that will help the fitter decide possible changes in saddle height, saddle setback and handlebar reach etc.
Step 5
PEDAL FORCE ASSESSMENT
Pressure mapping insoles provide a wealth of data such as an in depth analysis of fitting components such as cycling shoes & pedal systems, helps finding the optimal positioning of the cleats, delivers an analysis of cycling movements (to minimize asymmetries), analyses whether specific fitting tools are needed (shims, wedges) and provides data for customization of individual cycling insoles
Step 6
FINALISING THE BIKE FIT
After optimising and fine tuning the fitting, the bike fitter will re-measure the bike to accurately document the final position. Every bike fitting should be accompanied by a report that clearly provides the cyclist with feedback about the changes that have been implemented and documents the bike position in an accurate and objective fashion
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