deanbmx
Über Member
- Location
- Nottingham
Has anyone been? I'm considering going for one but obviously it's a fair amount to shell out. However if the results are that good I would do it
Bike fit - cadence sport
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black'n'yellow
Guest
Difficult to tell if it's worth it. It will all depend on how far out your current set up might be - and therefore how many changes may (or may not) be required. I know people have had bike fits and claimed them to be a revelation, which is great. But on the other hand, it's a lot of money to shell out, just to be told that your position is ok as it is... 
Overall - unless you have significant doubts about the viability of your current position, or are experiencing serious discomfort while riding, then I would question the value and benefit. But then I've never had one....
Overall - unless you have significant doubts about the viability of your current position, or are experiencing serious discomfort while riding, then I would question the value and benefit. But then I've never had one....
cyberknight
As long as I breathe, I attack.
- Location
- Land of confusion
I have heard good things from members of my CC who have been as cadence sport is only a few miles from us but like black n yellow says its a lot to spend unless you have issues or are after every advantage you can get.
If you have the money spare and you think you will benefit go for it but do you feel theres anything wrong with your set up ?
If you have the money spare and you think you will benefit go for it but do you feel theres anything wrong with your set up ?
PaulSecteur
No longer a Specialized fanboy
- Location
- Walsall, West Mids.
I have used cadence sport for a fit, I had the £150 one (i think "Endoman" has written a report in the reviews section - worth a read).
Some people are of the opinion that its too much for "some bloke to move your saddle"
But the way I look at is I have brought a bike, I want to ride it in comfort and I wanted someone that knows to make sure I wasnt in a position that was going to cause problems.
You have to look at it not only as getiing your bike fitted, but the information you pick up too. Now I know my previous mistakes and I know how a bike should feel I probably wont need another fit unless I changed bike discipline, such as doing TT (and with my belly, that aint likely)
Before the fit I could do 30 or so miles then pins and needles in hands and feet set in, but worst of all was the achy shoulders and neck. By 40 miles I would be getting really fed up.
I did the flat out in the fens and didnt really start getting any real discomfort untill about 90 miles, that said, I did it with a friend that was slower than me so I was out of my optimal position. If I were riding at my normal pace I know I could have been more comfortable for longer.
After the fit I felt less powerful on the bike, though my average speed tayed the same. I had been in the wrong position and not using all my leg muscles so after the fit I had to adapt. Now I feel more muscle being used and I can hold I higher speed for longer, also feel like I am pedelling better and not just mashing down on the pedels. With the tips Ada gave me my shoulders and neck dont ache, also the hand dont get pins and needles any more. And the footbeds make my shoes more comfortable.
I guess you could watch youtube, and read different articals and you might get lucky and get a ggod fit. Im still happy I went and spent!
TIPS: Make sure you get there in time, but not too early or you will be drooling over pinarellos and assos gear.
Make sure your bike is clean, probably best not to go the day after a wet sportive on cowsh!t covered roads.
Make sure your shoes are clean as ada will be adjusting your cleats. (also make sur the bolts can be loosend)
Some people are of the opinion that its too much for "some bloke to move your saddle"
But the way I look at is I have brought a bike, I want to ride it in comfort and I wanted someone that knows to make sure I wasnt in a position that was going to cause problems.
You have to look at it not only as getiing your bike fitted, but the information you pick up too. Now I know my previous mistakes and I know how a bike should feel I probably wont need another fit unless I changed bike discipline, such as doing TT (and with my belly, that aint likely)
Before the fit I could do 30 or so miles then pins and needles in hands and feet set in, but worst of all was the achy shoulders and neck. By 40 miles I would be getting really fed up.
I did the flat out in the fens and didnt really start getting any real discomfort untill about 90 miles, that said, I did it with a friend that was slower than me so I was out of my optimal position. If I were riding at my normal pace I know I could have been more comfortable for longer.
After the fit I felt less powerful on the bike, though my average speed tayed the same. I had been in the wrong position and not using all my leg muscles so after the fit I had to adapt. Now I feel more muscle being used and I can hold I higher speed for longer, also feel like I am pedelling better and not just mashing down on the pedels. With the tips Ada gave me my shoulders and neck dont ache, also the hand dont get pins and needles any more. And the footbeds make my shoes more comfortable.
I guess you could watch youtube, and read different articals and you might get lucky and get a ggod fit. Im still happy I went and spent!
TIPS: Make sure you get there in time, but not too early or you will be drooling over pinarellos and assos gear.
Make sure your bike is clean, probably best not to go the day after a wet sportive on cowsh!t covered roads.
Make sure your shoes are clean as ada will be adjusting your cleats. (also make sur the bolts can be loosend)
yello
back and brave
There's some good reports above so, yes, I'd say it's worth it.
A 'bike fit' is description that can cover a multitude of things, from paying some bloke to move your saddle to a full on assessment of objectives and desires and marrying those to position on the bike...Cadence Sport seem to be offering the later.
Before you go in, make sure you know what it is you want to achieve. 'Faster' is not the same thing as 'more comfortable'. Know what it is you want (and be honest about that) then they can do their job that bit better and you'll get the most out of your spend.
A 'bike fit' is description that can cover a multitude of things, from paying some bloke to move your saddle to a full on assessment of objectives and desires and marrying those to position on the bike...Cadence Sport seem to be offering the later.
Before you go in, make sure you know what it is you want to achieve. 'Faster' is not the same thing as 'more comfortable'. Know what it is you want (and be honest about that) then they can do their job that bit better and you'll get the most out of your spend.
deanbmx
Über Member
- Location
- Nottingham
I've only been out on the cube once so far. Did 25 miles & had the biggest arse pain & numb toes, however this could be down to not riding for a couple of months. I think until I've done some more miles & a couple more adjustments I'll hold out.
