Bike Fits with Nicole Oh

Bike fitting

A bike fit is designed to optimise your position on the bike, so that you are able to ride comfortably and efficiently. Bike fits can also manage and prevent pain and injury by ensuring there is not unnecessary strain on the body during this highly repetitive activity.

Furthermore, there is no single optimum position that suits everyone. Every cyclist is different in their history, goals, anatomical features, strengths and weaknesses, hence bike fits should be highly individualised to you.

Who needs a bike fit?

Whilst anyone can benefit from a bike fit, those who tend to see the most gains are those who are:

• Experiencing any discomfort on the bike or feeling a disconnect with the bike

• Recovering from an injury or returning to cycling after a long break

• Looking for more efficiency, speed or power

• Have recently purchased a new bike, or are looking to purchase a new bike

• Relatively new to cycling or are not familiar with how a bike should fit or feel

What does a bike fit involve?

Our bike fit is carried out by our Physiotherapist, Nicole, who has extensive experience and expertise in cycling. The session takes up to 2 hours and includes:

• Interview to gain an insight into your riding

• Cycling-specific physical screening looks at anatomical features, flexibility, strength, stability and movement patterns.

• Measurement and observation of the current set-up and position

• Assessing and adjusting the current set-up, particularly the three contact points (saddle, feet, hands)

• Correcting postures and movement patterns on the bike

• Pre and post bike fit videos

• Re-measurement of the bike in the final position

• Bike fit report with any further recommendations or exercises