Raffi Adjeleian - MyVeloFit

March 17, 2023

Time trial bike with measurements that conform to the UCI regulations

How To Measure And Set Up Your Time Trial Bike For UCI Regulations

Time trialing is one of the most accessible types of bike racing. Not only is it typically less dangerous than pack riding, Time Trialing can be more rewarding since the results are directly tied to your personal performance that day whereas there are more factors at play in other types of group racing. While most people get started at local club level time trials, which generally don’t pay much attention to bike setup, as you advance in the sport you will likely be required to have your bike setup checked to ensure you fall within the UCI’s strict regulations. If your bike doesn’t fall within these regulations you will be required to adjust your bike on the spot. Because changing your fit can have significant impacts on performance we recommend you ensure your position is compliant sooner rather than later. […]

February 14, 2023

Common Causes And Solutions To Cycling-related Knee Pain

Cycling is a great form of low impact exercise which is usually easy on the joints. Knee injuries however, can be common in cycling and is more so among those who are clipped in. While being clipped in isn’t necessarily a reason in itself for knee pain, it does increase the chances of poor biomechanical alignment. It is important to immediately assess any knee pain you experience while riding as what starts as a small niggle can quickly grow into something more serious that keeps you off your bike for an extended period of time. In this post we’ll look at some of the most common causes of knee pain. Because there are many components of the knee and many causes of potential pain in each area this post will be longer than others in our common causes series. We […]

February 14, 2023

Common Causes And Solutions To Cycling-related Back Pain

Back pain while cycling is a frustrating issue experienced by many cyclists. There can be many causes and the symptoms can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain preventing the cyclist from riding. Back pain related to cycling can also occur either during the ride or take some time to present after the ride. Back pain can refer to pain anywhere from the upper back to the tailbone. In this post we’ll focus on the mid-back downward, while technically “back pain” consists of pain above the mid-back, the causes of upper back pain more commonly relate to the same causes as neck pain and therefore will be covered in our neck and shoulder pain post. The good news is most types of cycling related back pain can be prevented and some small adjustments can go a long way to improving […]

January 19, 2023

Top 4 Bike Fit Red Flags

As bike fitters we see many issues simply caused by easy errors in setup. Sometimes just looking at the bike, even without the rider, we can tell exactly what the issues are. Often, these adjustments are made with the best intentions, or to try and solve a problem, but end up causing more harm than good. In this post we’ll look at four of the most common easy to spot red flags we encounter. Each of these cases can signal more than one potential problem but we’ll do our best to identify the main causes and how it can relate to your fit. In this post we’re going to focus on bikes with drop bars (e.g. road, gravel, etc.), but stay tuned as we’ll tackle other bike types in the future. The bike fit red flags we’re going to examine […]

January 4, 2023

How To Set Up A Road Bike For Triathlon

One of the most common questions we get asked is “how do I set up my road bike for triathlons?” This great question stems from a large number of people who want to be more competitive in Triathlon but also don’t want to make the multi-thousand dollar investment in a specific Triathlon bike. We have a blog post here on how and why you would convert your road bike to a Triathlon bike. In this post we’ll talk about using MyVeloFit to dial in your position for triathlons on your road bike. What you will need To fit your road bike for triathlon you’ll need the following: Aerobars and a saddle you are comfortable on in the aero position From experience we recommend aerobars from Profile Design and ISM saddles as good starting points but any aerobar that has […]

January 3, 2023

Converting A Road Bike To A Tri Bike. Should You Do It?

If you’re a triathlete who wants to take your performance to the next level without making the large investment in a new Triathlon bike, you may be wondering how to tailor your road bike for triathlon. This can be a great way to optimize your bike for the specific demands of triathlon racing and gain a competitive edge. However, there are some important factors to consider when making this conversion, including the implications on bike fit. Here’s what we will go over in this post: How are road and triathlon bikes different Converting a road bike to a tri bike Adding aero bars Adjusting saddle position Triathlon bike fit considerations How are Road and Triathlon Bikes Different? First and foremost, it’s important to understand that a road bike and a triathlon bike are not the same thing. Road bikes […]

November 21, 2022

4 Tips To Make Riding Indoors More Comfortable

Apps such as Zwift, RGT, and TrainerRoad have made it easier than ever to get excited about riding indoors. While these apps are great for providing motivation and accountability, one of the most common complaints is that riding on the trainer is significantly less comfortable than riding on the road. In this post we’ll provide a brief explanation of why it is less comfortable to ride on the trainer versus the road, then give four tips to improve your comfort while riding indoors. Why is riding the trainer less comfortable? The main issue comes down to your position being significantly more static on the trainer as compared to riding outdoors. On a ride outside you are often in and out of the saddle, climbing, turning, stopping and starting on a bike that moves dynamically with you. These position changes […]

October 14, 2022

The 4 Bike Measurements Every Rider Needs

Having worked as a bike fitter for over a decade there is one thing that a surprising number of cyclists forget to do: log their fit measurements. While most in-person bike fits will include a record of your bike measurements, for those that haven’t had an in-person fit, or didn’t get any measurements, it isn’t always obvious that taking measurements is something you should do. In this post we’ll cover the why, what and how to measure your bike. Why you need to measure your bike It’s always important to have a record of your position on the bike for the simple reason that you might need to replicate it. Bikes break, parts slip, get moved, get stolen, or more optimistically maybe you get to travel and have to rent a bike (or set your own back up after […]

September 22, 2022

Female cyclist completing a hamstring stretch by laying on their back, placing a resistance band around the arch of their right foot, and pulling the band such as to extend the leg upwards.

The Importance Of Mobility For Cyclists

Most cyclists want to be faster and stronger, but there is no one-size-fits-all way to get there. The general rule is to ride more, and ride smarter. Training plans can help you look at every aspect of your riding, and get you tackling those goals in a realistic way. However, time on the bike is not the whole picture of what it takes. Mobility for cyclists is crucial. Maintaining a healthy range of motion through stretching and strength training needs to be a key aspect of that plan. And no, we don’t mean doing a couple quad stretches before hopping on the bike–there’s more to it than that. Does Stretching Make You Faster? The cumulative effects of stretching (when done right) add up and in turn, can make you a faster and stronger cyclist. Here’s how: Improved Flexibility […]

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