Bike fitting

[Tek]

Is is normal for a bike shop to charge you for a bike fitting- even if you aren't going to buy from them? I mean a LBS too?

Esp if you are probaly going to buy other things from them- just not a bike (because you are getting a better deal and brand elsewhere- not a bike shop though... not somewhere that can fit you.)

[DeniseGoldberg]

If you're referring to a formal fitting like a Fit Kit - it absolutely is normal for a shop to charge for a fitting. My LBS has different prices (lower, that is) if you also purchase a bicycle or shoes from them - depending on the type of fitting you need.

As an example - here's a link to the pricing page for fittings from my LBS - Wheelworks in Belmont and Somerville, MA: fitting prices.

[Tek]

Thank you! =)

[Irulan]

define fitting: are they just eyeballing everything or are they doing a formal fit session? I've had some excellent eyeball sessions, but LBS also charges for certified Serrotta fit sessions.

Irulan

[DeniseGoldberg]

The link I included above with prices for fitting at my LBS was for formal fit sessions.

[Tek]

Hmmm.

I think I better just go to a trek dealer and get a formal fitting if I am shelling out that much cash... =/