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2010-05-11 5:00 PM

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Subject: Houston Tri Bike Fit?
I have been riding my tri bike for the past 6 months based on fitting info mostly found online but I think I'm comfortable enough now with riding that I might get some benefit from actually being fit by someone. 

What are some suggestions from the local Houston folk?  I know of Tri On the Run, Bikebarn and Bicycle World.  Do all of these stores offer proper tri fits? I would also imagine that each "fitter" may be more or less knowledgeable about actually fitting people and communicating why they are making certain adjustments.

Justin


2010-05-11 5:13 PM
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Subject: RE: Houston Tri Bike Fit?

In my very non-expert opinion it is important to get a correct TRI fit.  I went to Bike Barn twice and while I really like them as a LBS the guys there were not familiar with tri fit so it didn't help me much.
I had much more success working with the guys at Tri On The Run.  You can be sure they know what is important in a tri fit rather than a regular road bike.  If you choose another store just make sure they have someone familiar with tri bikes and how the fit is different.
Good luck.

2010-05-11 6:19 PM
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X2 for Tri on the run. As mentioned, there are tons of benefits from a proper fit. Not just physical. It can really change your riding.
2010-05-11 7:14 PM
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Subject: RE: Houston Tri Bike Fit?
JLew - 2010-05-11 5:00 PM I have been riding my tri bike for the past 6 months based on fitting info mostly found online but I think I'm comfortable enough now with riding that I might get some benefit from actually being fit by someone. 

Justin


you're comfortable?  then go ride.  a lot.  don't worry about getting fit right now. 

edit, when you *need* it, tri on the run.


Edited by fattyfatfat 2010-05-11 7:16 PM
2010-05-12 8:22 AM
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Subject: RE: Houston Tri Bike Fit?
x2 for for tri on the run, I have been to a few others and Tri on the run fit me really good.
2010-05-12 8:42 AM
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I am not taking anything away from TOTR, they are good; But if you want the real deal... look up Phillip Shama w/ Shama Cycles.



Edited by Trin2bfast 2010-05-12 8:46 AM


2010-05-12 8:57 AM
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I'd say if you go to Johnny at TOTR or Phillip at Shama... you'll walk away happy either way.

2010-05-13 8:14 AM
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Thanks for the responses!
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