Bike Fittings
At Tri-Tech, our fit system is designed to help you be as comfortable and efficient as you can be on the correct size frame and components for overall bike fit. We are adamant that every rider should be sized properly before buying a bike, to ensure that they are happy and ergonomically healthy on their new bicycle. Bicycle Fit is probably the most important aspect of your new bike purchase. Weather it is a road bike or Tri-bike we can fit you!
Fitting |
Rate |
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| Fitting | $150 |
| Fitting + Bike Purchase = Discount Fitting
You receive a credit of $100 towards your fitting if you decide to purchase a new bike. |
$50 |
| Fittings are by appointment only. Each session will be 2 hrs, requring you to ride the Serotta size cycle for 45 mins. |
Maintenance Services |
Rate |
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| Minimum Maintenance Fee | $12.50* |
| Tubular Tire Change | $25 |
| Tire or Innertube Change | $12.50 per wheel |
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| Headset Overhaul | $25 |
| Bottom Bracket Overhaul | $40 |
| Wheel Truing | $25 |
| Wheel Building Christ is a certified wheel builder, as authorized by the DT/Mavic wheel building program. |
Varies |
| Front Wheel Build, Labor cost only | $50 plus parts |
| Rear Wheel Build, Labor cost only | $55 plus parts |
| Wheel Disassembly | $12.50 per wheel |
| Hourly Rate for general repairs or those not listed |
$50 per hour |
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| Basic Tune up | $50 |
| Advanced Tune up | $100 |
| Complete Overhaul | $250 |
| Maintenance work is first come first serve, no appointments for Maintenance. |
PROCESS:
We cannot stress enough the importance of proper fit on a bike. This fitting should ALWAYS be done BEFORE the purchase of your new bike and by a qualified fit specialist! Our fit system is different for a Triathlon or Time Trial bike fitting versus a Road bike fitting. While both incorporate the philosophy of a number of different fit systems and programs that have been developed, we utilize the FIST (Fit Institute Slow Twitch) philosophy for the on-bike portion of the triathlon fitting. Christ and Leanne are both "FIST" certified with over 15 years of fitting experience to go with their extensive training. Experience matters and we have more experience with tri-bike fittings than anyone else in the state of Ohio! Check out our qualifications when you get a chance.
For both types of fittings, we utilize a self-written computer macro that takes into account specific body measurements of each individual, and provides an outline of the best fitting bike for you. From there, we adjust our Serotta Size Cycle to those measurements and begin the process of coming up with your ideal bicycle measurements. This process is interactive where we adjust you to what is considered the ideal riding position, then take into consideration your own personal preferences and flexibility for comfort and efficiency. We know that every individual is different and their needs are all different. Your final fitting numbers will then come from our Serotta size cycle not some formula or calculation that cannot consider the individual rider. We will advise you on the ideal top tube, seat tube, stem, stem height, reach, crank length, and saddle height. We will also advise you on the position that you may want to adjust the saddle to in order to accommodate an effective angle for your riding style and preference.
APPOINTMENTS:
As every bicycle manufacturer builds their bike to a different set of specifications, we will assist you in understanding how your measurements translate to those provided by various bike companies. We will also help you appreciate the differences in geometries between the various bike types and bike companies offerings. The fit sessions are extremely interactive, and we look for your feedback and input as we proceed through the fitting session. Our custom fittings are by appointment due to the time required to properly fit every individual. Each session requires at least 2 hours of your time, and will require that you ride the Serotta size cycle for a period of up to 45 minutes. Please bring your workout/riding apparel and a towel. We tailor each session, though, to the needs and comfort of our clients and are happy to discuss those as appropriate. The cost of the Fitting is currently $150.00. Following the fitting, if you decide to buy your new bike from us, $100.00 of the cost of the fitting will be applied to the bike purchase, so the net cost to you for the fitting will be $50.00. If you complete a fit session and later decide to purchase a bike from us, we will credit you $100. toward the cost of the new bike.
If you wish to set up an appointment for a fitting, please call us at 614-846-1516, or email us.