FAQ

For most road, gravel, and mountain bikes expect around 2-2.5 hours to dial in the fit. For time trial or Triathlon bikes, expect 2.5-3 hours due to the added complexity and performance goals. Spin bike fits can typically be completed in 45 minutes.

Gear that you would typically ride in – shoes and cleats, cycling shorts and gloves are the most important if you typically use them. Bike jerseys can help visualize body mechanics, if you are coming in for a road fit. We encourage you to bring any other stems or saddles you may have in your parts bin in case a switch is recommended. Glasses, cycling specific socks and your lightest water bottle may not be necessary.

All our fits come standard with a 45 minute follow up appointment within 60 days of the initial fit to make sure everything is set precisely to your needs and preferences. We are committed to ensuring you are completely satisfied with the experience and are happy to find time after the follow up to make this happen.

Nearly all cyclists can benefit from targeted strength training to improve their ride. Because we aim to improve not just your fit but your cycling experience as a whole, expect specific activities to enhance muscular endurance for long rides, muscular power for bursts of energy, flexibility to sustain an optimal cycling position, and stabilization and balance exercises for technical descents. We may also prescribe exercises to improve any other areas of tightness, weakness, or control issues to reduce risk of injury and improve performance.

At this time we are able to fit one bike per full length appointment. While transferring X and Y coordinates of various parts will likely get your bike set up good enough and are a great place to start, we aim to set your bike up to your exact preferences. However, after gathering important information from the first fit about your strengths, flexibility, and riding preferences a second or third fit will be streamlined.

A new fit likely is only needed in a few scenarios: your riding style or preferences change; you’ve got new parts on the bike that have changed riding position; or your body has changed from your prior fit. For those competing, fits may be beneficial more often to ensure you can eek out as many watts as possible.

Yes, typically you can use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to cover the cost of our medical bike fitting services at Fitness Lab. However, as coverage can vary depending on your specific plan, we recommend confirming with your HSA or FSA provider to ensure that bike fitting is included as a reimbursable expense.

Bike sizing involves identifying the ideal frame size based on measurements such as height, leg length, and functional reach to help select which bike to purchase. Bike fitting involves adjustments and fine tuning of your current bike to make the setup as personalized as possible. Typically bike sizing is done at a bike shop or with an adjustable bike. Here at the Fitness Lab in Highlands Ranch, Parker, Denver and Greenwood Village, CO, our specialty is bike fitting.