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BIKE FITTING

WHAT IS A BIKE FIT?

Bikes and people come in all shapes and sizes. Finding the perfect match between the bike and the person does not happen by accident. 

A "bike fit" is the process of adjusting a bike to better fit its rider. Bikes have enough adjustability to move the key components at least a couple inches to better fit the rider. Adjustments can include the drop, reach, angle, and width of the cockpit. Of course there is the height, fore/aft position, and tilt of the saddle. Even subtle adjustments can make all the difference.


ESSENTIAL FIT   $20   $100 hourly rate

This tackles the basics. Depending on the bike and its equipment, this includes setting the seat height and fore/aft adjustment as well as adjusting the handlebars and/or stem for comfort. Pricing is subject to hourly rate, with $20 being a baseline. Please call ahead to confirm a timeline for the fit.

This fit is included with new bike purchases from Bike World.

RETÜL FIT   $250 - $300 

Our top-end bike fit experience, performed at our West Des Moines location by certified Retül fitter Jeremy Wofford.

Retül utilizes a cycling-specific motion-capture fitting system, providing three-dimensional measurement, immediate report capability, and a millimeter-specific digitizing tool to eliminate any guess work during the fitting process. Motion capture technology allows for the bike to be fit to the way you ride. 

All manners of adjustment will be considered including: seat height, seat fore/aft/tilt, reach, stack height of the head tube/stem complex, stem length, arm extension, crank length and shoe shims. A variety of triathlon/time trial-specific saddles and aerobars will be available to try during the fit process to ensure you are positioned in a way that feels right to you while maximizing performance. Road Bikes = $250  |  Triathlon Bikes = $300. 

To schedule a Retül fit, please contact Jeremy Wofford  |  gearedforchange@gmail.com  |  515-360-2726