What is a bikefitting?

For every cyclist, it is a good idea to do a bikefitting. A dynamic bike position measurement gives you a good overview of your ideal bike position and allows you to adjust any bike to your size immediately and in the future. Although a bikefitting is a one-off considerable investment, I definitely recommend doing a bike position measurement if you take cycling seriously.

How does a bikefitting work?

You often book a bike position measurement at a bike shop, physiotherapist or specialist who has special equipment to improve your bike position. After a short introduction, the specialist gets to work. Together with your specialist, you determine your cycling position. Do you want to cycle long tours and be as comfortable as possible? Or do you want to cycle competitively and is it important to put as much power as possible on the pedals and be as aerodynamic as possible? First, your entire body is measured; your inseam, shoulder width and overall height. With this data, the specialist can determine your starting position. This is set on the bike you will then ride on.

Different types of bikefitting

Based on the adjustments, your cycling positions will continue to be optimised. Although this sometimes only involves millimetres of difference, it can have a serious impact on the power you can transfer to the pedals and how comfortable you are on the road bike. There are different types of bikefitting: On your own bike or on an advanced exercise bike. The second option is generally the best and is also the most commonly offered. This exercise bike is connected to special computer equipment that can calculate the perfect cycling position for you.

Saddle pressure measurement

Besides aerodynamics and the power you can transmit, comfort is also considered. The number one complaint among cyclists is saddle pain, by means of a saddle pressure measurement, the saddle position can be set to the correct position both horizontally and vertically. If the cause is not to be found in the saddle position, but for example in the shape and position of the pelvis, it is wise to test different saddles.