Bicycle Fitting and Adjustment Course

Lesson 1 • Rider Morphology and Body Types

Examines limb-length ratios, torso proportions, and flexibility profiles. Establishes why identical riders may require different setups on the same frame.

Lesson 2 • Human Anatomy for Bike Fitters

Covers skeletal landmarks, joint ranges, and muscle groups relevant to cycling posture. Connects anatomical knowledge to later measurement and adjustment decisions.

Lesson 3 • Bicycle Geometry Fundamentals

Introduces frame angles, tube lengths, and stack-and-reach measurements. Students learn to read geometry charts and predict how changes affect rider fit.

Lesson 1 • Digital Fitting Tools

Explores motion-capture apps, laser plumb tools, and pressure-mapping systems. Students learn when digital tools add value versus when manual methods suffice.

Lesson 2 • Bike Measurement Protocols

Covers saddle height, setback, handlebar reach, and drop measurement methods. Standardised protocols ensure consistent baseline data across fitting sessions.

Lesson 3 • Body Measurement Instruments

Introduces plumb bobs, goniometers, tape measures, and digital calipers for rider assessment. Accurate body data is the foundation of every subsequent fitting decision.

Lesson 1 • Saddle Fore-Aft Positioning

Covers knee-over-pedal-spindle alignment and its effect on power and joint load. Fore-aft position directly influences saddle height and must be set first.

Lesson 2 • Saddle Troubleshooting

Addresses numbness, chafing, lower-back pain, and knee pain linked to saddle setup. Students practice systematic diagnosis using rider symptoms and visual observation.

Lesson 3 • Saddle Tilt and Roll

Explains neutral, nose-down, and nose-up tilt effects on pelvic stability and soft tissue. Students learn to use a digital level and interpret rider feedback.

Lesson 4 • Saddle Height Determination

Teaches heel-drop, LeMond, and Holmes angle methods for setting saddle height. Correct height maximises power output and reduces knee overuse risk.

Lesson 1 • Wedges, Shims, and Orthotics

Covers forefoot wedges, leg-length shims, and custom orthotic integration. These interventions correct structural asymmetries that cleat placement alone cannot address.

Lesson 2 • Cleat Rotation and Float

Explains Q-angle, natural foot angle, and float selection for knee protection. Students learn to identify the rider's natural foot angle before setting rotation.

Lesson 3 • Foot Anatomy and Cycling

Reviews metatarsal anatomy, arch types, and forefoot varus or valgus conditions. Foot structure directly determines cleat placement and wedge requirements.

Lesson 1 • Aero Bar and Extension Setup

Covers pad width, pad height, and extension angle for time-trial and triathlon positions. Aero setup must balance aerodynamic gain against breathing and power output.

Lesson 2 • Handlebar Width and Flare

Explains shoulder-width matching, flare angles, and their effect on breathing and control. Width selection differs by discipline and rider shoulder anatomy.

Lesson 3 • Reach and Stack Adjustment

Covers stem length, stem angle, and spacer use to modify reach and stack height. Reach and stack are the primary levers for upper-body position optimisation.

Lesson 4 • Cockpit Troubleshooting

Diagnoses neck pain, hand numbness, and shoulder tension from cockpit misalignment. Students apply a symptom-to-adjustment mapping framework for efficient resolution.

Lesson 1 • Joint Angle Analysis

Guides measurement of knee, hip, and ankle angles at key pedal-stroke positions. Target angle ranges are compared against evidence-based benchmarks for each joint.

Lesson 2 • Setting Up a Fitting Studio

Covers trainer selection, camera placement, lighting, and background for accurate video capture. A controlled environment eliminates visual artefacts that distort angle measurements.

Lesson 3 • Identifying Dynamic Faults

Identifies knee tracking deviation, hip rocking, and foot drop through video review. Each fault is linked to a specific adjustment or referral pathway.

Lesson 4 • Iterative Adjustment and Recheck

Establishes a make-one-change-at-a-time protocol with video recheck after each adjustment. Systematic iteration prevents compounding errors and isolates the effect of each change.

Lesson 1 • Road Cycling Fit Parameters

Covers aggressive versus endurance road positions, drop depth, and reach trade-offs. Road fit balances aerodynamics, power output, and multi-hour comfort.

Lesson 2 • Adaptive and Inclusive Fitting

Covers fitting for riders with limb differences, chronic pain, or post-surgical conditions. Students learn to modify standard protocols and identify referral thresholds.

Lesson 3 • Triathlon and Time-Trial Fit

Focuses on hip angle, pelvic rotation, and run-off leg preservation in aero position. Triathlon fit must account for the transition from cycling to running performance.

Lesson 4 • Mountain Bike Fit Considerations

Addresses cockpit height, bar rise, and saddle height for technical terrain demands. MTB fit prioritises control and weight distribution over aerodynamic efficiency.

Lesson 1 • Professional Referral Pathways

Establishes when and how to refer riders to physiotherapists, podiatrists, and sports physicians. Clear referral language and documentation protect both rider and fitter.

Lesson 2 • Common Cycling Overuse Injuries

Profiles knee, lower-back, neck, and hand injuries linked to poor fit. Understanding injury mechanisms enables fitters to address root causes rather than symptoms.

Lesson 3 • Post-Injury Return-to-Ride Fitting

Guides fit modifications for riders returning after injury, surgery, or extended rest. Graduated load protocols and conservative adjustments reduce re-injury risk.

Lesson 4 • Fit-Based Injury Prevention

Maps specific fit errors to injury risk and prescribes corrective adjustments. Prevention strategies are prioritised over reactive fixes throughout the fitting process.