NON-ROADIE Gets a Bike Fit
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2020
- Russ gets a bike fit from Endurance PDX! Annalisa walks him through all the steps of the fitting process even for #partypace riding :) www.endurancepdx.com
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Hey Russ, thanks for this video! I'm kinda on the same boat wondering if I "deserve" a professional bike fit session but this definitely makes me wanna go try one. AND these guys are in PDX, too!
EVERYONE deserves a good bike fit! Especially those of us that do it for fun. It can change everything.
Absolutely get a fit. There's so much more to fitting than MOAR WATTS; The right fit is heavenly. It's like putting on your favorite pair of shoes.
Absolutely! Your ride on the bike should be fun and comfortable. I gave myself tendonitis in my left knee after a 50 mile ride. However ,with a saddle and ride hight adjustments 30 miles into my next ride the tendonitis was completely gone! Same bike same completely different feel. Treat yo self to a bike fit for all your bikes if you haven't already! A couple of centimeters makes a world of difference.
I hope you went for it.
A good fit is good for everyone.
This is honestly the most entertaining bike fit video I've seen yet! I wish all bike fitters were as chill as Annalisa.
if I could click the like more I would
totally agreed!))
try looking at james' bike fit tuesdays from francis cade's channel
100%
Don’t know if Annalisa is an employee or a partner at her bike fit operation, but whatever she is, DO NOT LET HER GO! She is exactly right for her job. You could say a perfect fit.
She's the founder :)
Annalisa seems so technically capable and brilliant, but communicates in such a clear and kind manner. Amazing.
Hey Russ. If your riding long distances recreationally, bike fit is even more important than if you are racing a 45 minute crit. Thanks for the fascinating insight into the process.
I am never getting a bike fit...unless Annalisa does it. I can't imagine a more comfortable personality to work with while still learning a massive amount about fit. Very cool video, PLP!
Great vid, great topic, great fitter. Analisa is cool.
Can't believe you're also watching path less pedaled. I also see your comments on Zach Gallardo's channel.
She is a hoot! Great personality! She should start her own UA-cam channel!
She has a podcast, "We got to hang out."
I would totally subscribe to her channel or podcast!
When I started touring I'd have numb hands, sore back and knees, and I always thought I should get fitted but other cyclists kept saying I didn't need it because I wasn't racing I was 'just' touring. Bit the bullet and got a fitting that cost $300 or something but was the best $300 I spent on touring. Went on a year tour and never had any of those pains again no matter how hard I rode. If you spend a lot of time on a bike and start experiencing pain you need to be fitted! I went to someone that fit racers and had only done one other person that toured on bike but it only took two fittings. I paid and he said I could come for a tune-up for 6 months but my visits were only a month apart and I was good.
I love the, "I usually get on from the other side" comment because I've done exactly the same thing at bike shops when testing and they tend to look at me like I'm crazy. Of course, I get on from the left side because my right leg swings higher than my left leg because of tighter muscles on the alternate side.
I've had bike fits in the past, but never a good one. I always end up in more pain after, rather than having an improved situation. One thing I've decided in my far-too-many-bike-switches over the years is that I would agree with Annalisa that having a slightly small bike seems to be easier to deal with than a too large one (key word being slightly) but when one is closer to the ground than the sky, it's often challenging to find a too-small bike, in my experience (though it has happened). :)
A mobile bike fit van is one of the most Portland things ever.
Annalisa was great!! She made me feel less uneasy about getting a bike fit. I'll schedule one soon!!
That was really cool and helpful. Especially the shoulder placement part for hand comfort. And she totally passes the vibe check. She is a cool chick for sure.
She's good! Lots of great questions and commentating on what's going on.
She's good! So clear in explaining everything. Best bike fit video i have watched.
I really enjoyed this video. I have had a bike fit, that wasn't as satisfactory as this one but helped slightly.
Annalisa mentioned bike size (as in, the most common error was riding a bike that was "too big". Could you bring her back to talk about how to determine what is the right size bike for you?
Particularly with bike frame shapes varying so much these days, there seem to be so many "size" (effective top tube length, etc.) and "geometry" (seat tube angle, etc.) factors to take into account. I mean, it's relatively straightforward to figure that somebody's bike is "way too big", or "way too small", but what about those situations where, say a medium and large both seem "OK" - how do you figure out which is the "most OK"?
Thanks for a very useful video. I'm an older (76) recreational and fitness rider. I appreciate that your videos are geared to people like me. Other channels seem to focus on road racers, downhill shredders, and long distance bike packers. Please keep up the good work.
Wish my local place was as awesome as Annalisa, they wouldn't do a bike fit on my gravel bike told me to bring my CAAD12 because it was a 'proper' bike. Even after i explained i was putting much bigger miles on the gravel bike. Good vid. Also joining the Annalisa fan club, needs a channel!
That's pretty awesome, a mobile bike fit studio. She did pretty good in such a short amount of time, especially considering most bike fits can take 3-4 hrs.
Russ, you definitely need to fit yourself first then worry about fitting the bags, bags don't have pain receptors. You may not increase your watts, but being properly fitted will definitely help you perform better on the bike; ie speed, distance, climbing, etc. Plus it will keep you from causing injury from over working you joints or straining muscles and tendons, which can lead to time off the bike
Big thumbs up for Analisa , and everyone getting as happy on their bike as they can be. We may already have our dream bike, but are just not getting the most out of it because we are not riding properly/efficiently.
I don’t race and pretty new to cycling, got a bike fit and wow! Pain in my knees and hands are gone!!
This was a very informative and inspiring video. I can’t afford a fit, but this video gave me a lot of food for thought. Thank you!🙏
Brilliant idea for a video! I've had so many people ask me what to expect from a fitting - it's great to finally have a good example to show them.
This is great, a bike fit for that fierce 100-watt party pace. Hold on tight. And all of this was fascinating and those incremental adjustments do make all the difference. Thanks, Russ and Annalisa.
I live in PDX and will be touring for 3months this summer/fall, and have been experiencing some pain while on longer rides... going to be swinging by her place soon, thanks for the timely video! I just rode the Leif Erikson trail in Forest Park this afternoon and neck/shoulders weren’t too happy towards the end. Must divert gear $$ to health/wellbeing!
That was awesome, that is awesome!! Can't wait to hear your thoughts after a few rides in! Thank you
Great video Russ and Annalisa is great. Thanks for sharing how a modern fit is done.
I am new to cycling and I'm always looking forward for vids such as this. Clivy here from the Philippines 🇵🇭
Love Annelisa and the folks at Endurance. I got my first fit with them about a year ago to help with some tendonitis in my achilles. Dialed in my fit, I have no more issues, and I've even gotten compliments on my position since then!
Coming from years of mountain biking (and the attendant injuries) I bought a couple of bikes to get fit again. A Surley Ogre with flat bars and later a gravel bike. I had loads of problems with pain and numbness so I bit the bullet and paid for a proper bike fit on the gravel bike -WOW! The guy put me right at ease and told me he gets all sorts of cyclists coming to him with problems (He is also a world class triathalon coach!). He made a few tweaks to my bike, seat back 45mm, bars turned up slightly and wedge shims under my SPD cleats etc. No more numb tingling toes, no more wrist pain and numb hands and much more stable and efficient on the bike. The main thing is I really look forward to getting out on my bike now. People, not only do you deserve this, you owe it to yourselves. Great video and great young lady.
Great bike fit video. Really helpful at demystifying the dark art of bike fit. Well done Russ and Annalisa.
ah such relief: I've been noticing neck and back pain on longer rides with the bike I bought last fall. I finally realized that in order to ride in the hoods, I've been stretching forward just like Annalisa described and as a result, have been riding on the tip of my saddle instead of the centre. Moving my seat forward just 1.5cm has made my bike WILDLY more comfortable to ride. Thank you!!
Reminds me of getting my first this last fall :) I felt so awkward going into it, but knew that it would be good for me. One of the best “upgrades” I could have done. I’m a chill rider, flat pedals too, and primarily use the bike to commute. So nice not having pain while riding.
Thanks for this. I totally just booked an appointment with Endurance today!
There’s no room in my budget for a professional bike fit, but this gave me a lot of information for when I dial it in on my own. Super helpful, huge thanks!
Another awesome and entertaining video. While I normally don't like videos over 15 minutes on youtube, I found myself wanting to see the entire fit process. You should do an update - maybe part of a Q & A video - to let everyone know if the bike fit changes have translated to more comfortable rides.
Great video. I’m a huge advocate for getting fitted to your bike. This fit will help you enjoy the supple life all the more.
Great topic. Thanks and keep up the good work!
awesome viceo !! love all the info .. and you really look better in every way when pedaling !! nice .. thanks for sharing
This was pretty amazing. The changes were subtle but the effect was pretty dramatic! I'm looking forward to a follow up video where you do a ride and comment on how you feel, generally and specifically.
It also shows that if the fitter doesn't consider how you are riding and for how long, but instead tries to make you conform to an ideal of some sort, you may get a bad fit and are better off looking for someone who considers riding habits in addition to form.
This one was so nice! The most stylish bikefitter ever, good information and fun to watch. Thanks! (And don't pay attention to the trolls).
Watches this now the 2nd time and it has only become more of a help! Annalisa is great in explaining - and she shattered my random beliefs (spacers help with shoulder pain, for instance).
Great informative video! She really knows her stuff! Very impressive.
Thanks Russ. This is a great video. I like the idea of the mobile fit center and hope to find one in my area someday.
This was awesome. Loved the uncut ending too.
Watched this again. So helpful for the every day party pace rider.
i think that was an excellent video and a really great message that all bike riders deserve to have a bike that fits them and is comfortable.
Useful video, Thanks
Luv this content. Bike fits are more critical than people think. They should be for everyone not just racers. There should be no pain on the bike. Keep doing what you do Russ it's great
Lots of good information and a great video. Thanks.
To ensure the haters are lost in the noise...as they deserve!
Great video Russ👍🏼. I’ve seen a few fit sessions and this was the best by far. Bite-sized. Practical. Accessible. Without the esoteric bells, whistles and CGI of fit analysis. Good old fashion “We’ll do this, to change this”. I have a couple of things to try now...thank you to you Russ and thank you sooooo much Annalisa 👍🏼👍🏼
Oh yeah, “Too many people are on too big a frame”. ACCURATE!!! Learned that little gem the hardest and most expensive way.
I liked this video at the 1min mark because of the cool and funny banter between you two :)
"Every bike should be a comfort bike" motto of my local bike shop.
Annalisa is super cool. Good video Russ! gonna get me some fitting soon.
This was very entertaining an informative. I have often wondered what differences there would be in bike fit for more casual/recreational riders. I personally have a long torso/arms and short legs and have always struggled with getting a bike to fit me. I also never hear people in shops discuss q factor and crank arm length, which for me make huge differences in comfort. I would love to see a fit on a more casual bike like a Rivendell style bike with riser bars, set up to commute or run errands on.
I loved this video, Annalisa is awesome! Bike fits are definitely worth it! Had knee pain all summer and after slight adjustments at the bike fit (and addition of wedge in my shoe) it is totally gone. I'm not a big time cyclist, just to work and a few bikepacking trips.
Check if your PT has bike fitting or if they can refer you to a place that does. At least around here (WI), if you use your bike to get to work I'm told your insurance might cover it! Mine did, but I didn't need the referral.
just found this video. i've been dealing with lower back pain while riding too. i'm riding an old hand me down bike and i've been thinking it's too small for me. trouble is, it's hard to get into a fitter now due to covid so i'm not sure what to do. that and many new bikes are totally sold out. regardless of my issues, i LOVED the video! analisa was awesome!!
Very informative. Thanks.
Thank you both. After seeing this, I'm off to find a fitter.
This was an awesome video. Thanks
Great video, thanks. I have an appointment for a fit in two weeks and am looking forward to it.
Excellent vid. She is very knowledgeable and I think this will help me. 😀
Back in the '70s, to arrive at seat height, we would take an LP album cover, back up against a wall barefoot, tuck the album cover in the crotch and, using the cover as a T-square, mark the wall and multiply the measurement by 1.09. The resulting measurement was then applied to theoretical center of the pedal spindle, crank arm paralleling seat tube, to the seat top. It worked perfectly. Another way is to take some cardboard and draw lines describing 20 degrees and cut on the line.. At full extension the back of the leg should be 20 degrees. Check by having a friend hold the cut cardboard to this area. If your hips are rocking the saddle is too high. If you find yourself often on the nose of the saddle the saddle might be too far back - and vice-versa. I was once professionally fitted and I can say, the success of the fitting depends on the tech who performs the fit. So pick a shop that allows for a second fitting, or 'check-up' fit for free or little $.
we love #partypace
Great information
That before and after video really shows the improvement.
I got a bike fit a few years back when I was having some neck and back issues while riding. Super helpful and took care of the issues.
Solid video, Russ. One way to consider it is if you are going to spend any amount of your hard earned money on a bike you shouldn't take any part of that process for granted and the cost of a good fit is part of that equation. I think the biggest crime for 90% of the cycling population when they go to buy a new bike is that they don't get a fit. As you've shown it doesn't matter what kind of riding you do, a fit can help. It is a shame that many bike shops don't have a qualified fitter in-house for helping you get out the door dialed in so you feel like part of the bike and thus enjoying riding more. How many bikes gather dust because people don't enjoy the ride and that is ultimate because they are on the wrong frame size or the other adjustments and contacts points are wrong? To make it more challenging there are a lot of "bike fitters" out there who are not experts. I'd encourage everyone to shop around before you get one or in addition to whatever a shop offers off the shelf when you buy a bike. Read bike forums for your local area and ask. You'll get a lot of opinions but inevitably the cream of the crop will rise to the top! Everyone deserves to feel great on the bike. And the PS- is that I've taken all my own advice and learned the hard way too. Allez!
Great video. Maybe the best bike fit video I've seen. Probably because I can relate to you more than a racer. And I could easily see the difference in before and after. You look so much more relaxed in your riding position after the fit. I wish she were closer to my location. She's very good I think and not intimidating.
Great video! Thank you. One more reason for a trip to Portland
About to start watching what I expect to be a great video! I did a professional bike fitting last year and it went great. My fitter primarily does fitting for world championship racers (priced accordingly) so it was a bit of an unusual situation for both of us.
Will be going back to him for a new custom CF monstercross this year (fingers crossed).
Very informative!
Great video and get Annalisa on other videos if you can she's great. I had a fit when I first got back into cycling 5 years ago but thinking I should do it again. Older guy is now more flexible and fit in many places he wasn't but also pushes his body more for "loftier goals"
So awesome. I agree getting fit in a shop when you aren’t a racer in spandex feels very intimidating customers will even come up and comment I have done it and really was happy that I did. But it is scary
It is an attitude like hers that is the greatest encouragement to getting a pro fit!
I am mesmerized by Annalisa🥰.
this was great!
My first bike fit was about 10-11 years ago & was some of the best money I've ever spent/invested. Pain & numbness gone, comfort way up. I don't race, I just like to ride my bike. I'll go from 20 to 60/70 miles on a given ride. Before the fitting I'd be feeling it within the first 10-15 miles (mostly in the hands). I would add that as you age you should get a new fitting every few years. Your body just changes and you eventually feel it on the bike. Happy travels.
Watched it on the TV earlier today. My husband and myself have never had a bike fit for any bikes we owned.
Good video - thank you
This was a great video. I haven't been fit on my bike, and this vid really hammers home the need. Looking for a fit like this in central Connecticut.
i think i will have to get a bike fit too , im glad u did this , thank you , ps ur better than gcn
Great video. I wish she was in Atlanta. I'm sure we have great fitters here but she was great.
Fantastic video and excellent bike fitter!
Thanks Russ. If you can, I recommend you take a couple of your other bikes to two other bike fitters. You'll get more relaxed about the process -- and we'll all learn a bit more. Good work.
Annalisa rocks. Nice!
I love her energy...cool session
Great video
Wow, that was fun.
One thing I learned from my initial bike fit is to stop my hips from swaying from side to side. Most likely from have the wrong angle of my seat and length of my seat post.
Nice video, great and lovely fitter. It shows how much she enjoys her work.
That was a funny and informational video. It´s sad that i live in germany, so no bikefittng for me from Annalisa. I also loved the review of the Kona Rove DRB Gravelbike which i own ;) Sorry for my english, try my best :) I think i will go for a bikefitting too now.
The other thing about fitting for flat pedals is that the rider is also likely to not have a consistent pair of riding shoes as well. Any variance in the height of your soles (ie 1" boots vs plimsole vans) will really throw off the fit, affecting the intended saddle height (which is sensitive for a lot of people) which in turn affects how forward the saddle should be, which then affects the reach of the hoods and the length of the stem and so on and so forth. With clipless pedals/shoes, the fitter is guaranteed a consistent base they can work with.
Great video! Inspiring. Have you done a follow-up video setting up a bike while considering these measurements? I would love to see your take-away of this process when putting together another bike. Thanks as always for the content.
I also would have liked a longer vid. Go figure. I deserve a bike fit, just have to save up for it. Thanks for the reminder. Happy riding!
The right fit is what is comfortable for you. Don't let anyone untrained tell you that your fit is wrong! I have done my own fitting for years and recently paid for a fit to see if I was off. He moved my seat 1cm down and 1 cm back and charged me $175.00. I was not happy with this. I have done a fair amount of research on fitting and trust that I can do the job. If it aint broke don't fix it.
Great video!! A bike fit was the best investment I've made, it changed how much I enjoy long days in the saddle. You can spend however much you want on a bike, but if you're into long rides, this will be money well spent, your mind and body will thank you.
Great Video, Russ! Don't sweat the haters. You're loved and your feedback is invaluable. This girl is a badass. She's so damn on it. Love her.
There is a SALSA stem made for fitting sessions like yours / That will definitely help reduce the trial and error stem and reduce your wait time (wait time changes a few things).
This is super cool
Now I want to do this.