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August 20, 2022

Brand Comparison: Top 5 Gravel Bikes

Gravel bikes are one of the fastest growing segments in the bike industry. They are versatile machines that range from beefed up road bikes that can handle rough roads to essentially drop bar mountain bikes that are designed to tackle intense single track or multi-day off-road adventures. What is a “gravel bike”? This is a tough question and much of the definition can come down to where one plans on riding and what “gravel” means to them. The gravel segment has come to encapsulate a diverse collection of bikes, and with that a diverse philosophy of fit. This comparison represents the widest variety in fit versus all the other comparisons we have published. Handling characteristics will come into play much more in this gravel comparison than it has in our all-round road, aero road, or endurance road comparison. That is […]

August 20, 2022

Brand Comparison: Top 5 Endurance Road Bikes

Endurance road bikes are one of the most popular road segments in the past years. They offer much of the same performance as a more traditional road bike but usually have either a less aggressive geometry, a more compliant frame, or both. Endurance road bikes are designed to be more comfortable both in terms of riding position, and frame stiffness. Your typical endurance bike will generally put you in a shorter, and more upright position. For many this position is more comfortable and they’re able to spend more time without pain on their bike. The endurance spectrum of fit is quite wide. Some models only vary a few millimetres in reach and stack compared to the corresponding “race” bike from the same manufacturer. Others are significantly different with 10+ mm less reach, and 10-20mm more stack. Picking the right endurance […]

August 19, 2022

Brand Comparison: Top 5 Aero Road Bikes

Aero road bikes represent the pinnacle of bicycle design and engineering. Not only do they need to be aerodynamic to cut through the wind and save the rider energy, they also need to take unconventional tube shapes and ensure the bike still delivers an acceptable ride quality. What is an “Aero Bike”? Recently there has been a split into three main categories of road bike. “Aero” bikes are bikes designed to be as aerodynamic as possible. “Endurance” bikes are designed to be as comfortable as possible. And lastly “All-Round” bikes, which used to be segmented as “lightweight” or “climbing” bikes. While all-round bikes are starting to get more and more aerodynamic, in general they still aren’t as aerodynamic as pure aero bikes. Many riders, especially non-traditionalists, prefer the futuristic look of an aerobike, with its wider tube shapes and sleeker […]

June 1, 2022

The Solution To Bike Sizing – Fit First Sizing

In this post we are going to talk about how MyVeloFit is tackling the problems with sizing. Before we dive in let’s have a quick recap of our previous posts on sizing to understand how we got here and how it’s related to our ‘fit first sizing’ approach. Bike sizing: Part 3 Welcome to our discussion on bike sizing. Here we’ll reveal our ‘Fit First’ approach to bike sizing. The bicycle industry has created a mess of bike sizing (to put it lightly). As we discussed in Part 1 the current approaches to finding the correct size bike are somewhat limited. Manufacturer sizing charts don’t account for individual variations in body segment lengths or an individual’s target riding position. Professional Fit First services are a great approach to sizing but aren’t available to everyone due to cost and availability. […]

May 1, 2022

The Data Of Bike Sizing

April 26, 2022

Geometry chart of a road bike with lots of measurements

What Is Wrong With Bike Sizing

November 19, 2021

Bike hood measurements with angle and distance.

Handlebar and Hood Positioning 101

Hood positioning on drop-bar bikes (e.g., road, gravel, touring) is often overlooked but crucial for a great riding position. Many riders spend significant time adjusting their cleat position, saddle height, and stem length but neglect their handlebar rotation and hood position. Typically, the stock hood position on a new bike is not optimised, or even thought about. By simply adjusting the hood position, you can change the overall reach by nearly 20mm, equivalent to switching from a 100mm to an 80mm stem. This adjustment significantly affects your posture through the shoulders and neck. Poor hood positioning can lead to hand and wrist issues, such as cyclist’s palsy, a numbness in the fingers that can persist after riding and, if untreated, cause permanent damage. Understanding Hood Positioning The first thing to consider is that proper hood positioning is largely dependent […]

June 21, 2021

Cycling Related Saddle Pain

Saddle pain and discomfort are the number one complaint among cyclists when it comes to their overall comfort on the bike. There are all sorts of shapes and sizes of saddles out there and it is easy to fall into the trap of trying saddle after saddle hunting for the right one, however the most common issue associated with saddle discomfort is cyclists in the incorrect position for their riding goals and personal mobility. This leads to an improper interaction between the rider’s body and the saddle. In order to get comfortable on your bicycle saddle, whether it is a road bike, triathlon bike, hybrid bike, or mountain bike, consider the following three key culprits that contribute to saddle pain. Excess grip reach Reach is the horizontal distance from your saddle to the hoods of your handlebar. Too much […]

April 12, 2021

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Bike Fit

MyVeloFit’s technology is pretty easy to use, but following the tips below will help you get the best results out of your online bike fit. Bike Fit Setup Instructions with MyVeloFit Video MyVeloFit is designed to be able to process video from most sources, however we’ve found that phones and USB webcams are the easiest to manage. If you don’t have access to a phone or USB webcam tablets or the webcam off a laptop will also work, they can sometimes be more difficult to get in the correct position though. Digital cameras also work but we’ve run into the occasional issue with the video format. If you are having trouble getting the file to upload feel free to reach out to us here. All videos must be trimmed to only include you in the correct position (standing […]

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