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Riding in an improper position can negate the benefits of an expensive bike and hours of training, which is why it’s crucial to adjust the bike to the rider—not the other way around. Cycling, while beneficial for cardiovascular health, involves unnatural postures that, when combined with poor lifestyle habits and inadequate training, can lead to injuries. Fortunately, these issues are often preventable with precise bike adjustments: that’s where bike fitting comes in.

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What is bike fitting?

Bike fitting, or posture analysis, is a method that adjusts the bike to the cyclist’s body to improve comfort, enhance performance, and prevent injuries. This practice applies to all types of bikes and all levels of cyclists, and includes an analysis to optimize the rider’s position in the saddle. It can be done directly at home, online with Posturise, offering you a personalized service and long-term follow-ups to ensure continuous adaptation.

Bike fitting goals

Improving comfort

A crucial point to avoid becoming discouraged due to poor bike setup. Comfort is also essential for our friends who are cycle tourists, bikepackers, and ultra-riders.

Injury prevention

Back and knee pain… a common issue among cyclists! A 2010 study by Benjamin Clarsen and Tron Krosshaug showed that among a sample of cyclists:

Improving performance

The two main areas of performance improvement with bike fitting are:

Optimizing posture to better align effort along the axis of the limbs.
Adjusting body position to improve aerodynamic efficiency by reducing air resistance.

Who is bike fitting for?

Bike fitting is for all cyclists who want to enhance their performance, improve comfort on the bike, and prevent injuries. It’s not about skill level—it’s about optimizing your ride.

Occasional riders

To ensure their first bike is well-suited to their body and cycling style.

Occasional competitors

A poorly adjusted bike combined with intense early training can quickly lead to injury.

Regular competitors

To optimize performance and efficiency, reduce the risk of injury, and improve comfort during long races.

Elite athletes

To constantly monitor posture! From the start to the end of the season, muscles evolve and body shape changes, requiring regular adjustments to maintain an ideal position on the bike.

It’s also not about discipline! The range of Posturise users is very broad, allowing us to cater to all types of cycling:

Road Cycling: For road cyclists, where efficiency and comfort over long distances are crucial.
MTB & Cyclocross: Adjustments for better handling and control on varied and rugged terrain.
Gravel: Tailored for bikes used on mixed surfaces, combining elements of road and mountain biking.
Triathlon: Especially important to prevent injuries during intense efforts.
Cyclotouring: Adjustments for long-distance comfort, with or without additional baggage load.

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Online Bike Fitting vs. In-Clinic Bike Fitting

Posturise doesn’t see itself as a competitor to traditional bike fitting clinics. Online bike fitting and in-person fitting at a medical or specialized facility offer different advantages depending on the cyclist’s needs:

Online Bike Fitting

Advantages

Accessible: Much less expensive than a session with a healthcare professional, Posturise opens up the world of bike fitting to beginners.

Quick: Create your account in just a few clicks and start your analysis. No more waiting six months for an appointment with a professional.

Flexible: Allows you to adjust at your own pace, wherever and whenever you want.

Your Own Bike: The analysis is done directly on your own bike.

Drawbacks

Video Quality: The quality of your bike fitting session depends on the quality of the video. For optimal results, it’s important to follow all our recommendations.

Less Immediate Feedback: Limited opportunity for real-time feedback and adjustments. And you won’t be able to chat about your latest ride with our AI! (Not yet…👀)

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Avantages

Personalized Approach: Direct interaction allows for immediate adjustments based on the cyclist’s feedback and professional observations.

Medical Complement: Possibility to integrate medical exams to detect any underlying conditions that could affect bike posture.

Drawbacks

Cost: Typically more expensive due to specialized equipment and time spent by professionals.

Accessibility: Requires traveling to a specialized facility, which can be challenging for those living far from centers offering this service.

Wait Times: The number of cyclists is growing faster than the number of bike fitting specialists, so it can be difficult to get an appointment. Regular follow-up sessions can be even harder to schedule.

“Bike fitting sessions throughout the season”

Our entire team has been using Posturise for a year now. It’s incredibly helpful, in addition to in-person sessions, to be able to do bike fitting sessions throughout the season. With ongoing training and competitions, our muscles change, and our posture constantly needs to be adjusted.

Nicolas B., Captain of Arsa Racing team