Common Issues - MyVeloFit

December 16, 2022

Man on bike, with image pointers on order of adjustments when fitting your bike.

Bike Fitting: What To Adjust First?

One of the biggest challenges to working on your riding position is knowing where to start. While fitting your bike can seem quite simple on the surface, all of the bike fit adjustments you make have the potential to interact with each other. Knowing what order to tackle each adjustment in will help you avoid chasing your tail and getting stuck in a never ending cycle of changes that seemingly just cancel each other out. For those of you looking to get straight to the goods, here is the order we recommend when tackling your fit: Cleat Position Saddle Position Grip Position Ride Your Bike Follow Up Read on if you’re interested in a more detailed breakdown of what’s included in each step and why. Cleat Position We always recommend starting a bike fit with your feet. So much […]

November 30, 2022

Top 5 Bike Fit Myths

The world of bike fitting is constantly changing and has many voices sometimes pulling the conversation in different directions. Though there is an increasing amount of great information available about fitting your bike, there are still some bike fit myths that seem to persist amongst many cyclists. We’re here to set the record straight on a few of the most common myths we hear floating around. A straight leg is best for cycling The myth that your saddle height should be set such that your leg (knee) should be (nearly) straight at the bottom of your pedal stroke is likely the most damaging myth for a cyclist’s riding position. So much so that we dedicated an entire article to this myth alone and the challenges it causes. The excessive saddle heights that result from this myth are likely the […]

October 6, 2022

Man standing beside bike while looking at MyVeloFit software on his phone.

Getting Setup For Your Bike Fit

MyVeloFit’s technology is pretty easy to use, but following the tips below will help you get the best results when getting setup for your bike fit. There are three main components to your bike fit setup with MyVeloFit: The Rider (you) The Setup (your bike, trainer, room, and camera) The Video (what we analyze) We’re going to go over our key recommendations for each below, but don’t worry if you miss anything, we’ve got reminders during the fit process if you need a refresher. The Rider While it’s called a bike fit, the focus of the whole process is really on you, the rider. With this in mind, there are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the most from your fit. Assess Your Mobility Whether it’s our AI-based video assessment or our mobility […]

March 31, 2022

Feet Before Fit

There’s an old saying that goes something along the lines of “invest in the things that come between you and the ground”, and when thinking about bike fit it’s safe to assume this is investing in the things that come between you and the bike. While the first item that may come to mind is your saddle (and you wouldn’t be wrong), the more overlooked element in this system is your feet, and what you put on them. We like to call this concept “Feet before fit”. We’ve discussed the importance of proper saddle positioning and its role as the foundation of your entire position. However, addressing the interface between you and the bike at your feet is a close second when considering injury prevention and avoiding common pains. Unlike most other activities, cycling involves extremely high volumes of very […]

December 30, 2021

Man on bike outside with saddle height measurements

The Saddle Height Myth

One of the most pervasive issues for cyclists everywhere is the prevalence of excessive seat (saddle) height. In other words, your saddle is probably too high. Having a tall saddle is a trend that has been around for what seems like time immortal and likely the result of a number of factors. We can all recognize that little voice in the back of our heads that says “just put it up a little more”. Maybe it was getting that pro looking saddle to bar drop, or some Italian bike fitting folk lore, or it could just be some well intentioned fit advice from friends run amuck, however we got here, excessive saddle height typically causes far more issues than it purports to solve. In this article we’re going to break saddle height down into a few parts to help dispel […]

September 6, 2021

Cycling Related Wrist And Hand Pain

Some bike fit considerations for those experiencing wrist or hand pain caused by riding your bike. Wrist and hand pain or numbness is a common issue experienced by cyclists. Follow this guide to help reduce your discomfort. Wrist and hand pain/numbness is a common ailment on the bike. There can be a number of causes which can make diagnosing this issue very frustrating. Luckily with MyVeloFit you can continue to refine your position as often as you’d like. As always, start by ensuring your position on the bike is neutral to begin with by checking it with the MyVeloFit software. If your position isn’t neutral to begin with, start by getting a neutral position. If your position was drastically off to begin with that could be what was leading to the pain. Hand numbness is typically caused by excessive ulnar or radial […]

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 […]

May 3, 2021

Cycling Related Neck Pain

Some bike fit considerations for those experiencing neck pain caused by riding your bike. In a recent survey of riders at the end of a 160km Gran Fondo, neck pain was the second most common complaint only beaten by saddle pain. Neck pain is often caused by having too much cervical flexion or compression. In addition to position it is important to consider the helmet and its weight, especially in very upright positions where it can cause excess compression, or in very aggressive positions where the weight of the helmet is further away from the fulcrum point of the neck. As always, start by ensuring your position on the bike is neutral to begin with by checking it with the MyVeloFit software. If your position isn’t neutral to begin with, start by getting a neutral position. If your position was drastically off […]

January 18, 2021

Cycling Related Foot Pain

Foot pain while cycling can be very frustrating especially because it’s one of the few things you can’t adjust while riding. Unlike saddle or hand issues where you can stand up to relieve the saddle discomfort, or change your hand position to relieve your hand discomfort, with your feet you always have a certain amount of pressure going through them. What is causing cycling related foot pain? The first thing you should do if you are having significant foot pain is to ensure your shoe is the correct size and style for your foot. You also want to make sure that your cleats are in the right position. We have a whole article dedicated to cleat placement if you want to check it out here. From a fit perspective there are three things that often lead to foot discomfort. […]

Pricing Plans

Fit Academy