Pedal Power also offers add-ons to their fitting services to allow them to be even further tailored to your specific cycling needs:
Saddle Pressure Analysis – This was really cool! Through digital imagery delivered through sensors in a pad that was fitted over my existing saddle, I could see exactly where I was putting pressure on the saddle. We saw that my hips were rock- ing due to a too soft
saddle and I had less stability and was putting an extreme amount of pressure on one side of the saddle. This adjustment would give me more efficiency climbing hills, which is some- thing I definitely noticed that I struggled with.
We also saw that I was sitting too far
forward on the saddle because the handlebars were not fitted correctly and I was leaning too far to reach them. This eliminated the pain I would feel in my shoulders and also on the web of my hand between my thumbs and first fingers.
Upgrading to a full saddle pressure analysis will enable their bike fit professionals to inves- tigate how changes in saddle model or body position affect your dynamic saddle pressure, pelvic rotation, and pelvic movement. Saddle pressure is no longer an ambiguous, anecdotal measurement. Measurable data and a visual representation that doubles as biofeedback during your fitting elevates their ability to make you more stable, efficient and comfortable while riding.
All fittings are scheduled by appointment.
When you are going to arrive for your fitting, you will need to bring all of your regular cy- cling clothing (jersey, shorts, shoes, etc). Snug fitting cycling clothing is important as it allows your fitter to observe the contours of your body when you are pedaling.
I just went out for my first ride last night on
my newly fitted bike and I noticed a difference immediately with the adjustment to the handle- bars as soon as I got on the bike. I only rode for 10 miles, but I am happy to report that I had no pain in my butt, back, shoulders or hands – thanks to Pedal Power!
Submitted by Dr. Diane Hayden. For more information, visit
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