Understanding the Foundation
Most people have very little concept of how the hip interacts with the saddle and how you can achieve true stability—whether you're riding road, gravel, mountain, or any other discipline. While there are slightly different approaches for each type of cycling, the general concept remains consistent: establishing a solid foundation with your hips stable on the saddle.
It's not just about sitting on a saddle like you would in a chair. A proper bike fit starts with understanding how your body interacts with your equipment and the geometry of your bike. Simply moving components around without considering these fundamental factors won't create a position that's functional, sustainable, or optimized.
Who Should Get a Bike Fit?
“Everyone.
Getting your bike set up for your size, riding style, and biomechanics—including how your feet interact with the pedals—fundamentally changes how the bike feels. And when your bike feels right, you're more likely to ride it consistently.” - John Core
The Best Investment You Can Make
“I believe bike fittings are the best money you can spend on any bike you want to ride more consistently, whatever your goals may be. Many cyclists spend money on upgrades like new wheels, tires, or electronic shifting. But to me, the money you invest in a bike fit is invaluable—it delivers returns far beyond what you'd get from new components.
A proper fit makes your riding experience more enjoyable, safer for your body, and simply more fun.” - Andre Fecteau
The Transformation
“From my own personal experience, the first time I had my bike professionally fit, I was astounded by how substantially different I was able to perform. But it's more than just performance—there's a difference between riding a bike and being on your bike.
When you're just riding a bike, it feels like you could fall. You're not stable. You can't confidently navigate corners, don't feel comfortable going downhill, and lack confidence in braking. If any of these checkboxes apply to you, your bike doesn't fit you properly.
When you have a bike that fits you, it moves with you. No matter what type of bike you have, it responds to you instead of fighting with you.” - Rebecca McKee
The Confidence Shift
You can't fully explain this to someone until they experience it themselves. After a proper bike fit, you'll see a shift in confidence. What many people don't realize is that this confidence comes from the fact that you're no longer fighting your bike.
Our Philosophy
The whole point of bike fitting isn't about selling equipment. Our end goal is to help every athlete and rider have the best possible experience on their bike. Bike fitting is simply the process that helps them achieve that.
Ready to experience the difference a professional bike fit can make? Contact Link Cycling to schedule your fitting.
