Another new bike - yay!

[runningteach]

Nice bike! So the bike fit was worth it?

[lo123]

Nice bike! So the bike fit was worth it?

Even without the new parts, its' worth every penny. I was amazed at how thorough the prelim analysis was.. flexibility and range of motion exercises, measurements, etc.

I have a type of autoimmune arthritis that has severely impacted my range of motion in multiple joints, so I was always hurting during a ride on my old bike. On my first ride on the new bike, I was hurting SO bad that I was crying after 10 miles.

After the fit, I'm much more comfortable. The cleat positioning probably made the biggest difference. Absolutely no pain in my hip on yesterday's ride, and that's a miracle (my hip hurts almost all the time to varying degrees due to joint damage). I also no longer hit the tob tube with my knees when I'm pedaling.

I can't wait to see how it feels after all the new parts come in.

[runningteach]

I'm glad the fit has helped. I think I will go for a fitting since I have been on the fence about it. I also have an autoimmune disease, lupus and have pain frequently. In August I also bought a bike and have had shoulder and neck pain. Bike riding has become frustrating and it is the only thing I have been able to do lately because running causes too many problems.

Enjoy your bike. It is beautiful.

[lo123]

I'm glad the fit has helped. I think I will go for a fitting since I have been on the fence about it. I also have an autoimmune disease, lupus and have pain frequently. In August I also bought a bike and have had shoulder and neck pain. Bike riding has become frustrating and it is the only thing I have been able to do lately because running causes too many problems.

Enjoy your bike. It is beautiful.

Thank you!

I totally get that frustration. It's tough. I highly recommend the fitting. it's amazing what difference a little change can make! I hope you can get back on the bike without frustration soon.

[Ja Da Dee]

What a lovely bike! I hope the two of you have many fun miles together.

[spindizzy]

Congratulations on your new ride!

[tctrek]

Gorgeous -- I have her little sister - a Trek Madone 4.7. Sweet ride.