BIKE FIT – NEW BIKE DAY

I picked up my brand new Felt AR2 so it’s time for a bike fit. The bicycle shop I purchased it from recommended Rick. Scheduling through his on-line calendaring system was easy and I received an immediate confirmation as well as his address.

We started with a question and answer session and Rick also did a ‘mini-physical evaluation’ to see how much flexibility I have and any imbalances that would lead to imbalances on the bicycle. Rick then spent quite a bit of time getting my cleats aligned. He has a great process that totally involved me and actually has a triple-check to ensure that my cleats were perfect. When he was done, perfection!

Next, onto the saddle. I was way too high … fixed. Handlebars … several small adjustments … fixed. Knee alignment … fixed.

Lastly, once finished, Rick used his XY toolbar and gave me a sheet with all of my new measurements so  I can now easily re-create my bike if I ever travel.

-D.P.