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April 12, 2024

First Ride of the Year Checklist

Woohoo nicer weather is here! Time to RIDE! Okay wait, what do I need now? I’m sure you’ve had the “first ride of the year scramble” many times before. You get your bike off the trainer and spend more time actually getting ready to ride than your actual first ride. Even after 14 years of riding, I got halfway through my first ride and realised I forgot my flat repair kit (thankfully no punctures, phew!). Well look no further, we are here to help you get organised so your first ride can take off without a hitch instead of aggravated sweating. Plug it in While you may think the first thing to do is start getting your bike off the trainer and start getting dressed, this is actually the first mistake most of us make. You likely aren’t using […]

February 29, 2024

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Everything You Need to Know About Q-Factor

Q-Factor, or the horizontal distance between the outside of one crank arm to the outside of the opposite crank arm, is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of bike fit. This measurement directly influences your stance width on the bike, essentially determining how far apart your feet are (aka stance width) when pedalling. This post will go over everything you need to know about Q-Factor and how it affects your riding experience. Why is Q-Factor important? It’s all about alignment. A correct Q-Factor helps align your hips, knees, and ankles, reducing the risk of injury and increasing pedalling efficiency. If the Q-factor is too wide or too narrow for your body’s natural stance (and mobility), you can experience strain in your joints (often your knees), resulting in discomfort and which can lead to long-term issues. The importance of Q-Factor […]

January 24, 2024

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The 18 Bikes of the Men’s World Tour (2024)

Every January in the world of pro cycling, riders and teams can finally reveal their new equipment sponsors. Many riders are switching to completely new equipment, right down to shoes, pedals, and saddles. In other cases entire teams will be on new bikes due to sponsor changes. These changes can often be hard to adapt to and riders with an early start to the year can sometimes have a tight timeline to adapt to the new equipment. Every year we get panic stricken calls and texts from clients who are switching teams and need to know what bike will fit them best. Often when looking up bike geometry we are surprised at how different one model is from the next and how hard it can be to pick the ideal bikes so we thought we’d share some of our insights […]

November 29, 2023

MyVeloFit Partners with Speed Skating Canada

OTTAWA, ON, CAN: Nov 29, 2023 We at MyVeloFit are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Speed Skating Canada. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the training landscape for Canada’s elite speed skaters by integrating our cutting-edge AI-based bike fitting technology into their off-ice training regimen. Bridging Cycling and Speed Skating Cycling is an integral component of a speed skater’s training program. It helps build endurance, strength, and technique that are crucial on the ice. Recognizing this synergy, our partnership aims to optimize the cycling experience for these athletes, ensuring that their time spent on two wheels translates effectively to their performance on ice. MyVeloFit’s Role At MyVeloFit, we leverage advanced AI-based video analysis to provide personalized bike fitting and sizing recommendations. This technology will now be accessible to all members of the Canadian speed skating […]

October 31, 2023

Beyond Saddle Height: The Crucial Roles Of Fore-aft, Tilt, And Equipment Choice In Your Saddle Position

Your bike’s saddle height is often touted as the most important part of your bike fit, and rightfully so. How you “sit” on the bike is largely considered to be the foundation of your overall position and plays a critical role in a comfortable, efficient and injury free riding experience. What is often overlooked is that height is really only part of the equation, what matters more is your saddle’s overall position. What is the saddle position you ask? Well, it’s the combination of the three adjustments available for your saddle: Saddle height Saddle fore-aft (aka setback) Saddle tilt To complicate matters further, the specific components and equipment you use also play a role in determining all of the above. To help dig down into the relationships between these adjustments and the gear you use, this post will cover: How […]

October 31, 2023

Saddle Height 101: A Comprehensive Guide To Setting Your Saddle Height

Every cyclist dreams of that perfect, effortless ride, where every pedal stroke feels just right. Your saddle height plays a pivotal role in turning that dream into a reality and serves as the foundation for your position on the bike. Let’s delve into how you can setting your saddle height for optimal comfort, efficiency, and to avoid those pesky injuries. In this article we’ll walk you through: Why Saddle Height Matters What Influences Saddle Height? The Triad of Saddle Position: Height, Fore-aft, and Tilt The Challenge of Measuring Saddle Height: Factors to Consider Traditional Methods to Determine Saddle Height Dynamic Fit Methods: Embracing Motion Analysis How To Know When Your Saddle Height Is Right? Why Saddle Height Matters When it comes to optimising a cyclist’s position on their bike, the starting line — and often the most critical element […]

October 27, 2023

Process of a MyVeloFit virtual online bike fit.

How To Get A Perfect Bike Fit Online With MyVeloFit

August 24, 2023

MyVeloFit’s Bike Fit Report Explained

Whether you’ve new to cycling or a seasoned pro, finding the right position on the bike is crucial for enhancing comfort, improving performance, and minimizing injuries. However, the extensive data provided in a bike fit report can be a tad overwhelming at first glance. So let’s dive in and unpack what’s inside your MyVeloFit bike fit report! Note: If you’re a bike fitter, shop, coach you can learn about some of our more advanced reporting features here. Before you get started, we also recommended checking out our post Getting Setup for Your Bike Fit, where we go over all the necessary steps to dial in your set up to guarantee the best results. Your fit report is broken up into four main sections: Recommended Adjustments Compare Position Analysis Top of Pedal Stroke Bottom of Pedal Stroke Front of Pedal Stroke […]

June 30, 2023

A Bike Fit Is For Now, Not Forever

You’ve probably been told time and again about the importance of getting a proper bike fit. But what is often not discussed is that a bike fit shouldn’t be a one-time deal, or even just a once every few years kinda thing. Just as our bodies change over time, so too should our riding positions. In this post, we’ll explore the dynamic nature of a rider’s cycling position and how a bike fit reflects only a snapshot in time. We’ll touch on the potential benefits of making adjustments throughout the year as our bodies change due to fitness and time on and off the bike. The Fluid Nature of Bike Fits A bike fit is designed to optimize your comfort and efficiency, while mitigating injuries by aligning your bike with your body’s unique morphology and biomechanics. The ideal fit […]

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