VELOREVIEWS REVIEWS FITT 1ST FITTING EXPERIENCE OF NEW VITESS OWNER

Here are the highlights.... for the full article and review go to

http://www.veloreviews.com/profiles/blogs/review-my-vitess-bicycle

A few weeks later my bike arrived and we scheduled my fitting session – a three-hour intensive session conducted by Fitt 1st at the Vitess showroom – where every part of the bike is adjusted and tweaked to ensure the perfect fit. During my session it was discovered that I need a narrower handlebar than originally thought, and than what I ordered. Not a problem! Julien swapped out the ordered bar with a bar of the correct width and ordered in the carbon bar I originally ordered at the correct size. The next week I returned and we made the swap again – adjusting the fit perfectly before sending me on my way.

The fit is perfect. I’ve had my previous bikes fit to me but not like this. My comfort level is much higher than I thought possible on a high performance bike – and my endurance is better as my body doesn’t fatigue from holding a position.

MORE ENERGIZED FITT 1ST CLIENTS

Hi Scott,

Oh man I owe you a big long email!

First off...the bike has been great and I have never felt more comfortable and confident on my bike than the way I do this year...thank you!

I've been riding outside ever since the end of March and I've been loving it. We went away to Arizona with Mark, Judy , Joyce and Christina and it was incredible riding. We did some crazy hill climbs through Mt Lemmon, Kitt's Peak, Gate's pass and some great long desert stretches. All the riding in the garage really prepared me for riding outdoors this year. The Ironman training is going really well and I'm feeling very strong. I'm really looking forward to the race.

The esoles have been a huge help as well..I haven't had anymore numbness in my feet since I started using them. I'm not using the metatarsal supports, only the arch supports but that seems to be all I really need.

I have heard nothing but raving reviews from my friend Chris who went for a fit with you. Thanks for helping him out so much. Not sure if he told you his whole story but he has transformed himself into a great athlete this year!

Thanks Again

Annette


Hi Scott

So, I did my first 'official' training ride yesterday. 65k in the
wind, cold and even a bit of snow. It felt amazing. I feel really
natural and connected on the bike, and my legs are enjoying the
outcome of having pedal spacers. The arch supports have also helped
a lot. I felt like I had a very powerful ride.... 65k in just about
2:20. Not bad for a guy who used to weigh over 400 pounds 2 years ago!
The fit has made a tremendous difference, and I feel very confident
on the bike.

All is good.
Thanks for your help!
Chris

The FITT 1ST FIT … WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT!!

"Tell me and I’ll forget. Show me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll understand”

Confucius


We at FITT 1ST want you to understand your bike fit, thats why we take the extra time to actively involve you in all aspects of the procedure. This way we establish quality communication and feedback.

Our fitting process was developed by the leaders and pioneers in this industry, taught at the SICI Institute to the TOP FITTERS IN THE WORLD. Although our system uses well established scientific criteria as its base we add a very “Rider Centric “ component to our fit procedure by establishing a thorough personalized profile of the rider themselves.

There are no “quick fixes” if a bike fit is done correctly, and that is why our fits are very comprehensive.

Whether you are a pro athlete or a daily commuter, the process remains the same and is equally important for all.

By the time your fit is complete you should not only feel totally satisfied with your new position, you will also have a much greater knowledge and better understanding of how your body and your bicycle work together.

You and the bicycle become one. This is how the cycling experience is maximized.





Full FITT Procedure

Step 1: Interview
The fit begins with an extensive interview to establish a personal blueprint
of the uniqueness you bring to the bike.

We will gather information about your life off the bike that relates
directly to your comfort, efficiency and power on the bike.

Lifestyle, fitness level, riding experience, prior injuries, surgeries and current
physical concerns all play an important role in determining your ideal position.


Step 2: Foot Assessment

This is a very important aspect of the bike fit and absolutely essential for any rider
who uses a clipped in pedal system. The interface between the foot, shoe, cleat
and pedal is where it all begins. This is where all your power and efficiency originates.

This is also the source for the majority of foot and knee issues we encounter.

Foot size and shape, degree of pronation, arch type, length and height, forefoot varus and valgas and metatarsal support are all evaluated here.


Step 3: Flexibility and Postural Assessment

Everyone has a unique body structure, determined by genetics, how we live our lives,
and even what we do for a living. A person who sits in front of a computer all day will
have a much different range of motion and flexibility than the fitness trainer, even if
they were born identical twins and chances are they would not be comfortable in the
same position on the bike.

Postural alignment, leg length differences, pelvic asymmetries, spinal flexibility,
hamstring flexibility, and hip flexion range of motion will all be assessed


Step 4: On Bike Assessment

Everything we do on the bike is to ensure that the bike fits you. It makes more sense to
change a stem, saddle position or handle bar position than to force one's body into a
position that is unnatural. This process will result in a position that accommodates all of
your natural bio mechanics removing excess pressure at all your joints.

Foot stability, cleat alignment, ankling pattern, knee tracking, pelvic angle, upper
body alignment, arm and hand positions will all be optimized to ensure that you will be
riding safely and comfortably for your current skill and fitness level. We will be asking
for your feedback continually through this phase.


Step 5: Evaluation and Recommendations

We will do our best to adapt your existing equipment to you. However there may be
changes that we will recommend to you. A new handlebar with shallower reach and
drop to accommodate your arm and hand position, a different seat that fits your body
and riding style better or something as small as adding a wedge to one of your cleats.

Any one of these small changes can make a world of difference in your ability to enjoy
and perform well and safely on the bike.

If the bike is just the wrong size for you, we will tell you so and give you advice on
what manufacturers makes, models and size would be a much better fit for you and
your style of riding.

All of your data will be recorded, so that you will have a permanent record of all the key
bike measurements. These can be used to help duplicate your new position on
another bike.


To book a fitting please contact FITT 1ST at fitt1stbikefitting@gmail.com
or call Scott Judges at 416-346-9696

FIRST FITT'S COMPLETED FOR VITESS BICYCLES

The first fits for Vitess bicycles were completed last week and one of the new Vitess owners got back to us after putting in some good miles on the Easter weekend.

Here's what he had to say

Hello Scott,

The fit is great. I especially appreciate the narrower handlebars - it really felt good, and I felt strong and fast.

When the fitting session started with an interview I knew that this was something different. Something much more involved and in-depth than what I'd experienced at the local bike shop with the purchase of my previous road bike. I could almost see Scott forming a picture of how I ride, and what I need to make me faster and my bicycle more comfortable. Once I got on the bike he made a series of adjustments that seemed minor to me, but resulted in major changes in how the bike felt under me. This translated into more power, more energy and more comfort on the road.

Thanks Scott!

Regards,

Chris Kirkpatrick
TwinPro Graphics Inc

Vitess Bicycles trusts FITT 1ST to guarantee Perfect Fit

FITT 1ST is pleased to announce that after 6 months of review of fitting protocols and standards development, Vitess Bicycle Corporation, a Canadian builder of premium, high performance carbon bikes has decided to partner with FITT 1ST for their GTA operations.

We will provide independent advice and conduct professional bike fitting sessions for each of their riders as part of the purchase of a new Vitess bicycle. Fitting sessions will take place in Vitess's Toronto showroom and fitting studio at 3399 Lakeshore Blvd West in Etobicoke.

Read the complete announcement at http://www.vitess.com/ in their blog section dated 03.03.10.

Vitess's full carbon performance bike is well worth checking into if you are looking for a new bike.
They make a great product, I know, I've ridden one, and their Rider Centric approach to marketing bicycles is very refreshing in this industry.


You can also book a test ride at 416-503-8987.

" DYNA FITT " DYNAMIC PEDAL ANALYSIS

FITT 1ST ADDS DYNA FITT to its full range of fitting and analytic services. With the aid of Computrainer Spin Scan technology DYNA FITT will help you evaluate your pedalling technique and the efficiency of each leg independently and in REAL TIME.

Watch your power and efficiency change in front of your very eyes when subtle changes are made in position and muscle engagement.

Increasing pedal efficiency is the best way to improve your bike times.

CALL FOR DETAILS 416-346-9696 ... cost $80.00/hr which includes 15 mins set-up time.

FITT 1ST " PRE BUY FITT "

With Spring here, a new bicycle purchase might be on your mind.

We are offering a special personalized PRE BUY FITT for people looking to buy a new bike.

When the assessment is complete you will know what make, model, and especially size of bike is best suited for your unique physical makeup. We will also give you recommendations on the type of saddle, handlebars, shoes, and pedals that would be best for you. This way you will be able to make an informed decision on your purchases. All for the price of less than the saddle you are probably sitting on.

You are committing a lot of hard earned $$$$ when you purchase a new bike and other equipment. We want to help make sure that you are happy with those purchases right from the beginning.

Thats why our slogan is " GET FITT BEFORE YOU COMMIT "

Email us at fitt1stbikefitting@gmail.com and leave a contact # you can be reached at.

We will get back to you with all the pertinent information and a SPECIAL RATE (not advertised on our website)

Once you have purchased your new bike we can provide you with any of our full service programs to ensure you enjoy your new bike to the fullest.

If you choose our FULL FITT package, we will reimburse you for half the cost of your PRE BUY FITT.

FITT 1ST now Authorized Dealer of Modular eFit footbeds from eSoles

The new eFit® footbeds from eSoles

Purchase your complete eFit system today
eSoles® custom footbeds are now available from FITT 1ST in a modular system. These revolutionary footbeds are designed by using a mathematical analysis of the 3D shapes and sizes of actual feet from a foot scan database consisting of over 50,000 Olympians, professional athletes and the general public. Years of research and development have been conducted by eSoles, world-class biomechanics specialists, the US Olympic committee and athletes in a myriad of disciplines, culminating in the most advanced custom modular footbeds found anywhere.

eFit® Custom Modular Footbeds by eSoles® are a combination of three components, featuring specific size and shape variations to provide a custom fit:

Advanced Design Insole

A high-quality insole designed and shaped specifically for the desired application and manufactured from premium multi-density EVA foam.

Interchangeable arch system

This patented feature supports your arch and adapts to your feet by molding to them under normal body heat, using scientifically designed ribs to allow controlled flex as your feet move.

Metatarsal pads

Available in different heights, support your foot’s transverse arch and help prevent hot spots and numbness in the forefoot and toe area.

eFit® Custom Modular Footbeds are available in 3 different categories for the sports or activities that you participate in the most.

eFit Dynamic is designed specifically for activities requiring the need for lateral stability. typical activities utilizing the Dynamic model would be golf, walking, hiking and cross training.

eFit Super Dynamic is designed for activities featuring the use of flexible footwear with high impact elements. This model also features a reinforced heel element to provide medial support reducing fatigue while diffusing impact. The dynamic arch component is covered in a friction reducing material to diminish the possibility of blisters. These footbeds are ideal for running, basketball, hiking and volleyball.

eFit Supportive is specifically designed for activities featuring rigid footwear. This model features neutral alignment for maximum energy transfer needed in activities like cycling, hockey, skiing and skating. These footbeds feature a moisture wicking perforated top sheet

eFit technology includes an energy return system that dissipates shock and returns energy lost in the activity.

eSoles® is an official licensed product of the PGA Tour® and an official supplier to USA Cycling.

eSoles are currently being used by Professional cyclists, George Hincapie, Levi Leipheimer, David Zabriske, Tom Danielson and Jason McCartney and Triathletes Chris Lieto and Jordan Rapp

Order yours now... call 416-346-9696 or email fitt1stbikefitting@gmail.com

For more information and a look at the product visit http://www.esoles.com/

FITT 1ST is proud to announce KID FITT ** a complimentary service. This service will be available to all children 10 years of age and under. Just give us a call or email us. We will arrange a time for you to bring your child to us along with their bike and we will adjust their bike to ensure that they are riding with proper position. This way their limbs will have a chance to move naturally, alleviating any undue stress on joints and muscles during these all important growth years.

This service is absolutely FREE. Its our way of helping to encourage the community's children to fully enjoy the wonders of the bicycle.

**Please note that we can only make changes within the constraints of your child's existing bicycle and will let you know if the right position can actually be achieved or not, We may recommend a different size or style of bicycle.

If you sign up for a 1ST MOBILE FITT, we can look at your children's bikes in the comfort of your own home after your fit is complete.

**NEWS FLASH** Fitt 1ST launches 1ST MOBILE FITT

We are pleased to announce that FITT 1ST has launched the first fully independent mobile fitting service, offering fully personalized fit and biometric analytic services in the comfort of your own home or office. We will bring all the necessary equipment and expertise directly to your door. No more travelling time, no more battling traffic. You will have our undivided attention so you can relax and enjoy the ultimate in personalized service. These services are available in the greater GTA and surrounding area. Call for further details.

The FITT 1ST FIT … WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT!!

"Tell me and I’ll forget. Show me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll understand”

Confucius


We at FITT 1ST want you to understand your bike fit, thats why we take the extra time to actively involve you in all aspects of the procedure. This way we establish quality communication and feedback.

Our fitting process was developed by the leaders and pioneers in this industry, taught at the SICI Institute to the TOP FITTERS IN THE WORLD. Although our system uses well established scientific criteria as its base we add a very “Rider Centric “ component to our fit procedure by establishing a thorough personalized profile of the rider themselves.

There are no “quick fixes” if a bike fit is done correctly, and that is why our fits are very comprehensive.

Whether you are a pro athlete or a daily commuter, the process remains the same and is equally important for all.

By the time your fit is complete you should not only feel totally satisfied with your new position, you will also have a much greater knowledge and better understanding of how your body and your bicycle work together.

You and the bicycle become one. This is how the cycling experience is maximized.

Full FITT Procedure

Step 1: Interview

The fit begins with an extensive interview to establish a personal blueprint
of the uniqueness you bring to the bike.

We will gather information about your life off the bike that relates
directly to your comfort, efficiency and power on the bike.

Lifestyle, fitness level, riding experience, prior injuries, surgeries and current
physical concerns all play an important role in determining your ideal position.


Step 2: Foot Assessment

This is a very important aspect of the bike fit and absolutely essential for any rider
who uses a clipped in pedal system. The interface between the foot, shoe, cleat
and pedal is where it all begins. This is where all your power and efficiency originates.

This is also the source for the majority of foot and knee issues we encounter.

Foot size and shape, degree of pronation, arch type, length and height, forefoot varus and valgas and metatarsal support are all evaluated here.


Step 3: Flexibility and Postural Assessment

Everyone has a unique body structure, determined by genetics, how we live our lives,
and even what we do for a living. A person who sits in front of a computer all day will
have a much different range of motion and flexibility than the fitness trainer, even if
they were born identical twins and chances are they would not be comfortable in the
same position on the bike.

Postural alignment, leg length differences, pelvic asymmetries, spinal flexibility,
hamstring flexibility, and hip flexion range of motion will all be assessed


Step 4: On Bike Assessment

Everything we do on the bike is to ensure that the bike fits you. It makes more sense to
change a stem, saddle position or handle bar position than to force one's body into a
position that is unnatural. This process will result in a position that accommodates all of
your natural bio mechanics removing excess pressure at all your joints.

Foot stability, cleat alignment, ankling pattern, knee tracking, pelvic angle, upper
body alignment, arm and hand positions will all be optimized to ensure that you will be
riding safely and comfortably for your current skill and fitness level. We will be asking
for your feedback continually through this phase.


Step 5: Evaluation and Recommendations

We will do our best to adapt your existing equipment to you. However there may be
changes that we will recommend to you. A new handlebar with shallower reach and
drop to accommodate your arm and hand position, a different seat that fits your body
and riding style better or something as small as adding a wedge to one of your cleats.

Any one of these small changes can make a world of difference in your ability to enjoy
and perform well and safely on the bike.

If the bike is just the wrong size for you, we will tell you so and give you advice on
what manufacturers makes, models and size would be a much better fit for you and
your style of riding.

All of your data will be recorded, so that you will have a permanent record of all the key
bike measurements. These can be used to help duplicate your new position on
another bike.

To book a fitting please contact FITT 1ST at fitt1stbikefitting@gmail.com

or call Scott Judges at 416-346-9696