bioSPORT:

Triathlon testing

BIKE FITTING:

It's probably NOT the bike.

I have worked/are working with some of NZ's top cyclists. Pro's, age groupers, track and triathletes.  All with very different needs.  Not just dialling in their position, but ensuring that HOW they're sitting on the bike, HOW they're pedalling and how they're getting aero is as efficient as possible.  

There is FAR too much value placed on the bike fit only.  Sorry, but it's true.  You can move a saddle a few mm, drop a stem 5mm but that doesn't make much of/if any difference to how the muscles are working.  In fact I see too many riders 'chasing' their bike fit to resolve an issue, when it's the way they're pedalling/stabilising on the bike that is causing the problems.

The pedalling circle is SUPER complex.  It is absolutely NOT push down/pull up.  It's the 'where' are you driving down from, 'what' is generating force on the up stroke, what are the pelvis and trunk doing - especially when fatigued.  Look up Lombard's Paradox to get a clue on what I'm talking about. 

The evidence behind bike fitting is ambiguous. There is no one position we try and get all riders in to.  In some cases it's a process.  But the key is identifying what is causing the issue (performance or pain), vs just addressing the site of the issue. 

bioSPORT Bike Fitting/Analysis appointments all consist of the following:

  • EVIDENCE BASED testing and bike fitting/cleat placement

  • Relative history screening, including gym programming

  • Analysis via hi-res/120 frames per sec video

  • Muscle balance testing to identify root cause weaknesses/imbalances (static and dynamic testing)

  • Specific cueing relative to your needs

  • Home/gym exercise file

  • Voice over video file summary so you can see what I see.

  • Email communication for further feedback.

Types of bike fitting

  •  Bike doesn't feel quite right. Or it's a new bike that's close to, but not quite dialled in like your old one.  Or you're getting some low grade pain on the bike.

    Static vs dynamic testing, and looking at the key musculature involved with the pedal stroke can typically provide a fairly clear picture as to where you need to be on the bike. 

    COST: $200*

  • It's all about getting you and the bike to work together.  Detailed analysis of your entire pedal stroke and how the trunk/pelvic position is effecting your efficiency.  It's a two-way street in terms of getting you comfortable, as I have strong opinions on where I feel you should be, but maybe you need time to get that dialled in.  We discuss the process and put strategies in place so you and your bike are harmonious.

    As stated previously: it's probably not the bike.  It's you AND the bike.  Let's get you both dialled in.

    COST: $350*

  • Whether it’s for a road TT or a triathlon TT we can get that position dialled in.

    The focus can be very different relative to the indivual and need of the fit (comfort vs aero).

    Same pricing as road fit.

  • We have rollers, and all UCI fitting data.

    Pricing as per road bike.

  • Exactly the same testing protocols and outcomes, but at a rate for the secondary student.  Does not apply to tertiary students. 

    1 HOUR TURBO: $150

    2 HOUR FULL: $280

  • Your bike.

    Your shoes (you’d be amazed how many people forget their shoes).

    Thats it.

bioSPORT Bike Fitting Process:

Your History

Your injury history, working history, sporting history, treatment history and exercise history all play into what shapes you as a cyclist.

Video Analysis

Using purpose build OnForm video analysis software, we delve into the hi-res, high frame-rate details of your bike position that help to create a large part of your movement patterns. Dynamic and static joint angle and patterning assessed.

Movement Testing

Movement testing confirms (or denies) what we have seen in the video analysis. Targeted and dynamic testing creates a strong picture of your current why.

Bike Changes, Cueing and Exercise Programming

Changes to bike fit alone very rarely fix an issue. Here we adjust the bike position as well and programme specific exercises/gym planning to resolve.

  • "I'm a passionate weekend rider. Some call me a MAMIL, but I love cycling with my friends on the weekend. I have really been struggling with back pain, but only on the bike. greg's video analysis picked up major faults in my pedalling technique that was overloading my back. Some tweaks and change to cadence and the issue resolved completely within 3 weeks.! highly recommend".

    Paul M

  • "Bought a new bike from a local shop but never really felt comfortable. I was so uncomfortable on the aerobars that I was worried it was going to cause problems at the upcoming ironman. When greg saw me on the bike we realised it was more how i was riding on the bars vs being in a really bad position. some minor changes to the aerobars, and more conentration from me and problem solved! Went sub-11 hours in ironman."

    Kylie B

  • "we bought my 15 year old son in to see greg as he's a passionate school cyclist. we knew he was growing a lot, but weren't sure how to adjust the bike. now while he is still growing a lot, we pop in to see biosport every 6 months for a positin check and sam has never had any problems."

    Ross and Tina

Let me help you:

If you're interested in a bike fit, message me here and I’ll get back to you within 24hr.