You've probably heard wizened, older riders mention that bike fit is the most important variable in selecting or perfecting your bicycle. They're right! Whether you want more comfort, more efficient pedaling, the perfect frame size, injury prevention or all of the above, there's nothing more effective than a correct fit.
Where other fitting methods rely on personal opinion, cycling mythology or hastily-taken tape measurements, the Spokes' Computerized Bike Fitting (CBF) uses the latest technology to ensure a precise fit based on your exact measurements.
Lasers?! Hey, What Is This Stuff?
The laser measuring module is not a prop from a recent episode of Star Trek. Rather, it's a quick, easy way to guarantee a comfortable, ergonomic fit for your bicycle. We take five measurements in a completely non-invasive procedure that won't hurt and doesn't even require anyone to touch you. After we take the measurements our computers go to work and turn out the optimal measurements for your bicycle.
Advantages of CBF
While your last bike may have fit adequately without a fit like this, body scanning takes the "maybe" and guesswork out of the equation. Our detailed calculations accurately gauge your body dimensions and factor in your riding style with no chance for human error.
In fact, every one of our employees can provide you with the correct fit. The process is also as quick and easy as it is efficient. There's no need to wear special clothes or subject yourself to hours of measurement. In most cases you don't even need to remove your shoes!
All you need to do is relax and enjoy the experience! We'll have you stand in the laser measuring module, place your head against the wall and then we'll use the body scanner to take your measurements. This is done with a completely harmless, mild laser light that takes the five all-important measurements: height, shoulder width, shoulder height, arm length and hip height.
You're Ready to Ride!
After taking these measurements, your Spokes Bike Shop consultant will ask you several brief questions to determine the type of riding you intend to do. Then, we enter your measurements and riding info into the computer. This provides us with accurate, detailed feedback on each cycling measurement and recommendation. Then our bicycle adjustment tool transfers computed measurements directly to your bicycle.
The result is a whole new ride. Enjoy the comfort and be sure to take it easy on your friends as you dole out newfound power! We're excited to be able to provide this space-age, ultra-precise measurement system. If you have any questions about Computerized Bike Fitting or any other aspect of bicycle fitting, please don't hesitate to ask!
INTERNET BUYERS BEWARE! Bikes shipped to you in a box along with the "no overhead" story may seem like a bargain at first. Internet shippers will NOT tell you but, buying a bike that is not assembled by an authorized dealer voids your warranty! Spokes can often sell you a fully warranted, professionally assembled bike for less than the so called "internet deals".
